AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoAbortion Law Update: Gov. Maura Healey signed a Massachusetts bill removing the 24-week restrictions framework, shifting to physician “professional judgment” and aiming to keep more patients in-state for care. Courts & Health Care: The state’s highest court ruled an insurer must defend a doctor in a stalking/harassment disciplinary case tied to an addictive medication. Local Environment & Data Centers: A Lowell judge ordered Markley to pause part of its data center diesel generator expansion while residents’ lawsuit over air-permit approvals continues. Book Bans: Massachusetts set statewide rules for how libraries and schools handle challenges to books and other materials. Privacy & Policing Tech: Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont urged a pause on new safety cameras and license plate readers while privacy guidance is reviewed—an issue Massachusetts readers will recognize as similar tech spreads. Business & Markets: The SEC charged Boston-based Netcapital with securities fraud over allegedly overstated revenue. Transit: Worcester leaders pressed the MBTA for faster, more reliable commuter rail to Boston, including more express service. Life Sciences: Massachusetts-linked biotech news included Veloxis Pharmaceuticals agreeing to pay $46M over alleged kickbacks tied to a kidney transplant drug. Cost of Living: A Boston.com poll found 66% of respondents say taxes and/or high costs made them consider leaving Massachusetts.
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