AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMedicaid & Health Coverage Fight: Connecticut Attorney General Ford joined a coalition opposing a proposed federal CMS rule that critics say could put Medicaid funding and state health insurance oversight at risk. Data Privacy & Patient Safety: Connecticut and other states announced multistate settlements tied to Labcorp/AMCA data breaches, including required vendor safeguards after millions of people were exposed. Trans Youth Care Policy: HHS pushed back on the Human Rights Campaign’s claims, defending hospital settlements that end certain gender-related procedures for minors, while citing medical risk concerns. Workforce & Health Staffing: 22 state attorneys general, including Connecticut, opposed a proposed $103,265 H-1B fee, arguing it’s unlawful and could worsen shortages in teaching and healthcare. Food Access in Schools: Gov. Lamont and Lt. Gov. Bysiewicz reminded families about Connecticut’s new statewide free K-12 school breakfast program, funded with $12M in state support. Public Health & Wellness: A new CT measles update and ongoing outbreak coverage underscore continued vaccine urgency. Community & Care: Northwell CEO reflected on the system’s first year after leadership changes and a major Nuvance merger, including EHR conversion and policy pressures. Workplace Health & Safety: A CTDOT maintenance worker died after being hit by a drug-impaired driver on I-95, renewing attention on road safety and substance use.
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