AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDelaware Politics & Policy: Delaware’s new surgeon general office is drawing scrutiny after a request tied to a nearly $269,000 price tag, with lawmakers saying they weren’t consulted on the role and how it fits with DHSS. Tariffs & Courts: A coalition of 25 states—including Delaware—sued the Trump administration over new double-digit tariffs on 60 trading partners and the EU, arguing the move is unlawful and a “pretext” to recreate duties the Supreme Court struck down. Privacy & Data: Another multistate fight is targeting federal plans to access sensitive personal data from people receiving TANF benefits, with Delaware among the states challenging the scope of the proposed rule. Public Safety & Local Government: Marion City Council advanced a proposed ban on Flock license-plate cameras after a heated committee discussion focused on privacy and data storage. Community & Food Access: Delaware’s Division of Small Business handed out $712,000 through food-access grants, including checks for a Milton Community Food Pantry expansion and school garden upgrades in Dover. Business Growth: Dover’s Division of Small Business opened the EDGE Grant Competition for applications starting Aug. 11, with a Nov. 10 pitch-and-award event for eligible small businesses. Tech & Lawsuits: A Delaware Superior Court case alleges major social media platforms failed to protect minors, with families suing over teen suicides tied to alleged addiction and harmful content.
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