AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoImmigration & Courts: A federal judge in Boston struck down the Trump administration’s $100,000 H-1B fee as unlawful, saying it functions as a tax without congressional approval—setting up an appeal and fresh uncertainty for employers. Public Health: Massachusetts opioid overdose deaths fell below 1,000 in 2025 for the first time since 2013, with 978 confirmed/estimated deaths and a sharp drop from 2024. Tech & Jobs: GSK agreed to buy Nuvalent, a Boston-based cancer-drug developer, for $10.6 billion, aiming to expand its lung-cancer pipeline. Local Policy & Safety: The state extended last call to 3 a.m. statewide through July 31 for World Cup and America 250 festivities, but Boston officials warn about public safety and policing capacity. World Cup in Massachusetts: France will base in Boston during the tournament and train at Bentley University; meanwhile, Gillette Stadium is being rebranded to “Boston Stadium” and switching to natural grass for matches. Business & Education: Massachusetts lawmakers are moving to shore up early education funding, but advocates face the question of whether the boost becomes permanent in next year’s budget.
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