AGP Executive Report
Last update: 22 minutes agoImmigration & Enforcement: Maine lawmakers say ICE will lease the former Newport District Court at 12 Water St., but ICE won’t confirm details, citing threats and saying it’s likely administrative space. Trade & Cost Pressures: Maine’s Senate race is heating up as Troy Jackson and Susan Collins clash over Canadian tariffs, with Jackson arguing Collins could have blocked them and Collins pointing to Senate process. Energy & Permitting: A national look at 2026 renewable-energy siting bills finds most proposals aim to restrict projects, while analysts warn 2027 could bring the “biggest year yet” for energy siting fights—amid ongoing data-center growth concerns. Seasonal Labor: A new report ranks Maine among the top states for seasonal foreign labor demand, tying it to H-2A/H-2B reliance and rising temporary farm-worker use. Fisheries & Construction: Auburn’s Littlefield Dam removal is complete, with officials saying fish passage is already improving. Food & Farming: The Maine Potato Board is gearing up for a major harvest, highlighting disease research, seed potato production, and grower support. Workforce & Education: UMF welcomed more than 390 students to the Class of 2030, spanning all 16 Maine counties.
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