AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoMississippi Higher Ed Overhaul: Lawmakers are weighing major changes to how universities are funded, including performance-based funding tied to graduation rates and workforce outcomes, plus new partnerships with community colleges for technical training. STEM for Kids: C Spire put $1 million into the Mississippi Children’s Museum to expand LIFT City, a hands-on STEM gallery featuring emerging tech like AI for grades 4–6. Shipbuilding Workforce: Bollinger Shipyards opened a 7,200-square-foot training center in Gulfport with Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College and a Navy program, targeting marine electrical, electronics, and sheet metal skills starting fall 2026. Local Tech & Security: ASI launched a Residential Security Division in North Mississippi, bringing its smart security and monitoring services to homeowners. Public Health & Food Access: A report highlights how SNAP benefit losses are linked to rising food insecurity and potential downstream impacts on community safety. Drugs & Antitrust: States announced a $29.6 million settlement with Glenmark over alleged generic drug price-fixing, with consumers potentially eligible for compensation.
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