AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEnergy & Power Policy: A federal court vacated the IRS “5% safe harbor” for wind and most solar projects, but the decision could be appealed and may be stayed before the July 4 deadline—so Oregon developers are watching closely. Local Transportation & Infrastructure: Gov. Tina Kotek tapped Chris Warner as interim ODOT director after a finalist withdrew, as the agency faces long-running funding gaps for road maintenance. Manufacturing & Workplace Safety: MITER Brands says two window/door plants earned OSHA Voluntary Protection Program certification, highlighting Oregon-area manufacturing safety momentum. Food & Consumer Safety: FDA expanded a pet food recall tied to extremely low thiamine levels in certain GO Raw freeze-dried and frozen products. Business & Jobs: Grocery Outlet named new purchasing and CFO leadership as it aims to restore profitable growth. Public Finance & Governance: Salem city council advanced its 2027 budget to a final vote and set state-capitol lobbying priorities. Health Care Costs: Clark County residents were warned to brace for potentially higher 2027 individual health insurance rates. Agriculture & Tourism: Sisters is gearing up for a busy summer tourism season despite lingering cost and demand uncertainties. Sports Eligibility: A Texas judge cleared Texas Tech QB Brendan Sorsby to play despite NCAA gambling ineligibility, a move that could ripple across college athletics.
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