AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHemp policy fight: Delaware Attorney General Tim Griffin is leading a bipartisan letter with 34 other AGs urging Congress to keep the 2025 federal hemp reforms in place and reject moves that could reopen loopholes for intoxicating hemp products. State government cost questions: Delaware’s new Office of the Surgeon General is drawing scrutiny after lawmakers say a nearly $270,000 request came with little warning, raising questions about the role and future funding. Public safety updates: A rollover crash in Harrington sent two people for treatment, including one airlifted to a trauma center; separately, Millsboro police are investigating a fatal pedestrian crash on DuPont Highway. Tariffs in court: Delaware is among 25 states suing the Trump administration over new forced-labor tariffs, arguing they’re unlawful and meant to replace taxes the Supreme Court struck down. Local community calendar: National Night Out events are set across New Castle County, Newark, Dover and Smyrna, with police displays and family activities. Health and food access: Sussex County is expanding “Food is Medicine,” using federal funding to deliver healthier food prescriptions through Beebe Healthcare. Business and jobs: Aternium selected Dover for its first U.S. heavy water and high-purity hydrogen facility, projecting major investment and job creation. Housing development: Work on the first phase of Northstar in Lewes is expected to start within 60 days, beginning with 92 affordable units.
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