AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoHomecare Oversight: Gov. Maura Healey signed a Massachusetts law creating a statewide licensing system for homecare agencies, with state inspections and enforcement aimed at improving safety and accountability for older adults and people with disabilities. Public Health & Food Security: A Springfield anti-hunger advocate, Liz Wills-O’Gilvie, has been fasting for 15 days to pressure Healey to boost SNAP funding as federal cuts drive enrollment declines in Massachusetts. Energy & Housing Tech: Boston startup Reservoir raised $8M to deploy “smart” heat pump water heaters that cut bills and reduce leak-related costs, while Massachusetts also moves toward more electricity options for customers. Clean Water & Fisheries: Cape Cod National Seashore is set to remove a decades-old barrier in Wellfleet’s Fresh Brook to restore sea-run brook trout habitat. Public Safety & Courts: A Lawrence man, Carlos Manuel Rodriguez, was sentenced to 21 years for running a fentanyl/meth pill lab and using firearms in the trafficking operation. Local Fraud Watch: Onset ranked tied for 81st statewide for July scam reports, with BBB Scam Tracker flagging online purchase fraud losses. Sports & Community: Elizabeth Warren visited Martha’s Vineyard to discuss housing shortages and federal help for more attainable year-round homes.
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