AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoImmigration & Access: A US federal judge struck down Trump’s $100,000 H-1B fee nationwide, calling it an unlawful tax without Congress’s approval—good news for universities, hospitals, and tech employers relying on skilled foreign workers. Civic Fundraising: The Knicks’ “Celebrity Row” Game 3 seats sold for $1 million, with proceeds going to the Garden of Dreams Foundation supporting children in the tri-state area. NGO & Health Funding: New Zealand says it’s boosting maternal mental health services and creating a $1M per year fund so NGOs can expand frontline support. Climate/Energy Transition: Canada’s Indigenous leadership is highlighted as key to the country’s climate and energy transition, with new research pointing to community-led solutions. Governance & Accountability: NSW prosecutors moved against Labor officials accused of disguising donations tied to Chris Minns’s campaign, raising fresh questions about election funding compliance. Food Security & WASH: Drip by Drip launched a menstrual dignity program in Bangladesh’s garment sector, aiming to improve sanitation, products, and workplace support for women workers. Local Housing Pressure: Charlotte paused new data center development for months, citing energy use and resident impacts while city staff draft tighter rules.
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