AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFood Safety: The FDA says a Cyclospora-positive lettuce result tied to Taylor Farms de Mexico was a false positive, but the broader recall still stands because investigators say epidemiology and traceback point to shredded iceberg lettuce; the recall covers 27 states including New Hampshire, and consumers are told to discard affected products while the source hunt continues. Energy Costs: NHPR reports electricity bills will rise Aug. 1, with the Public Utilities Commission approving supply-rate increases that could add roughly $6 to $18 monthly for many customers, driven by regional gas-market pressures and colder-weather impacts. Medicaid Policy: New Hampshire is preparing Granite Advantage Medicaid “community engagement”/work requirements starting Jan. 1, 2027, with an early outreach campaign for about 48,000 enrollees who will face 80 hours per month at redetermination. Local Economy & Jobs: A PLC statement says Finch Paper will stop buying low-grade wood after ending its pulp purchase, raising alarms for logging and trucking firms across New Hampshire and the region. Politics/Legal Fight: A body-camera dispute is back in the spotlight in the case of state Rep. Ellen Read, accused in a 107 mph stop; Fox reports the sheriff’s office involved has neither body-worn nor dashboard cameras. Business & Growth: A Business NH Magazine piece highlights NH’s startup momentum and support ecosystem, including the NH SBDC, while noting mixed rankings on how easy it is to start a business.
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