AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoReproductive Rights: A Massachusetts clinician says abortion pills are still reaching patients even after federal court action—patients can switch to misoprostol when mifepristone shipments get blocked, and the article notes abortions nearly doubled post-Roe as telehealth pill access expanded. Transit & Regional Economy: After years of skepticism, the South Coast Rail is showing strong early ridership and is starting to reshape commuting and local growth in Fall River and New Bedford—though the MBTA still needs to keep improving service. Immigration Policy Fight: The Trump administration is asking a federal appeals court to pause a Massachusetts judge’s block of a proposed $100,000 H-1B fee, arguing the injunction could harm immigration enforcement. Education & Student Aid: Massachusetts is considering new high school graduation requirements tied to FAFSA (or MASFA) completion, with a low-barrier opt-out for students and families. Aviation Safety: The FAA is investigating a near-collision at Boston Logan where two jets came within about 300 feet and one flight aborted landing. Business Leadership: Ocean Spray’s next CEO is a Massachusetts returnee—Abigail Buckwalter takes over Lakeville’s cranberry co-op after Tom Hayes retired. World Cup in Boston: Scotland’s Tartan Army continues to drive crowds, culture, and commerce across the city, with local businesses and public spaces adapting to the influx.
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