AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoEducation Policy: Indiana is getting more flexibility with federal education dollars as the U.S. expands “Returning Education to the States” waivers; Indiana’s pilot would let up to 15% of districts combine funding streams and adjust how schools’ college-and-career readiness is scored. Public Tech & Privacy: Muncie and Delaware County are paying for Flock automated license plate readers, but local agencies are resisting public records requests for audit logs and access details, raising fresh transparency questions. Health & Environment: A nationwide Medicare study links living within about a tenth of a mile of a dry cleaner to higher Parkinson’s odds, though it can’t prove cause. Economy: A new report says last year’s tariffs cost the average Indiana household about $2,600 and hit manufacturing jobs and state GDP. Science & Society: A new look at “brain aging” highlights everyday habits tied to feeling younger and protecting memory and attention. Higher Ed Finance: Moody’s changed Valparaiso University’s credit outlook to stable, citing improved momentum. Local Tech/Infrastructure: Indiana is removing variable speed limit signs after a 2026 state law challenge to INDOT’s authority.
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