AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoImmigration & Courts: A federal judge blocked a Trump administration asylum freeze covering 39 countries, calling it unlawful and leaving immigrants in “legal limbo,” while the Senate also moved to fund ICE and Border Patrol after delays. Delaware Economy & Jobs: The U.S. job market stayed strong with 172,000 jobs added in May and unemployment at 4.3%, a sign hiring is holding up despite geopolitical pressure. Energy Costs & Utility Programs: Delmarva Power filed a proposal to expand Delaware energy efficiency programs for 2027-2029, targeting tens of thousands of megawatt-hours in annual electric savings. Local Transportation & Jobs: Alstom plans a $55 million NextGen Acela services and maintenance facility in Newark, with about 50 new jobs expected by summer 2028. Consumer Finance Watch: Senate Democrats introduced a bill to fully restore CFPB funding, aiming to prevent future efforts to weaken the consumer watchdog. Housing & State Budget: Delaware budget writers advanced FY2027 markups, including pay raises and supplemental education funding. Health & Risk: Tick season is ramping up, with reports of higher tick-bite-related ER visits across the region, including Delaware-area counties. Legal/Business Climate: Delaware’s broadband expansion continues, but rural residents and experts question whether the approach will deliver lasting high-speed coverage.
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