AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDOJ Tax Shield: A new one-page addendum to the IRS settlement now “forever” bars the government from examining Donald Trump’s past returns and related business filings, while also expanding a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. Healthcare Workforce Fight: Rhode Island and other states are suing the U.S. Department of Education over a rule that narrows which degrees count as “professional,” threatening federal loan access for nurses, physician assistants, therapists, and more. RI Payroll Fallout: Four state employees filed a class action over Workday payroll problems after the system was activated in December, alleging widespread missed wages and deduction errors. Energy & Infrastructure: Enbridge is again pitching a New England natural gas pipeline expansion, and Navy leaders defended a major spending request aimed at adding ships and unmanned systems. Local Watch: Providence-area nursing homes’ CMS records show sharp variation in ratings and fines, underscoring ongoing scrutiny of for-profit care.
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