AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMedicaid Overhaul: New federal rules tied to North Carolina’s “One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will tighten Medicaid eligibility starting Oct. 1 for many noncitizens and then require most expansion adults to prove work, school, or approved activities to stay enrolled beginning Jan. 1—potentially leaving hundreds of thousands at risk of losing coverage. PFAS Fallout: North Carolina announced a $590 million settlement with DuPont and Chemours over “forever chemicals,” with money aimed at protecting drinking water and cleaning up pollution. Election Integrity Prep: Chowan County completed logic and accuracy testing on voting machines ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms, with required checks and post-election manual counts. Local Business & Jobs: Truist plans layoffs of 253 workers in eastern NC tied to its sale of a $5.5 billion auto-loan portfolio. Community After Helene: Two years after Tropical Storm Helene, families in Western NC are still navigating buyouts, rebuilding, and financial limbo. Sports & Events: North Carolina is using sports-betting tax revenue to help bring the WTA Finals to Charlotte (2027-2029).
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