AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEducation & Food Assistance: Pennsylvania is updating eligibility for free and reduced-price school meals for 2026-27 after USDA adjusts federal income guidelines, with a family of four now qualifying for free meals at $42,900 and reduced-price at $61,050. State Budget & Schools: A new Pennsylvania budget is signed without new taxes, but critics say it still doesn’t fix long-standing cost pressures hitting districts and services. Workforce: The state unemployment rate fell to 4.1% in June, with Pennsylvania still slightly below the U.S. rate. Gaming Revenue: The Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board reports FY 2025-26 gaming revenue hit a record $7.01B, returning a record $3.10B to the commonwealth. Food & Compliance: FDA classified a North Jersey ice pop recall as Class I after potential undeclared allergens, with distribution including Pennsylvania. Local Industry & Infrastructure: Clearfield Municipal Authority discussed biosolids disposal at its wastewater treatment plant, while the PUC approved a settlement tied to construction shortcomings on Lehigh Valley plastic gas pipeline joints. Agriculture: The Lake Erie Regional Grape Program continues supporting struggling growers after Refresco canceled contracts. Energy/Tech Tension: Data center opponents plan nationwide protests, reflecting growing pressure over power bills, water use, and pollution concerns.
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