AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoTariffs & Trade: Oregon is among 25 states suing the Trump administration over new double-digit tariffs, arguing the move is unlawful and a “pretext” after earlier court defeats—an issue that could hit Oregon exporters and supply chains fast. Health & Consumer Costs: Michigan AG Letitia Nessel announced a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz over alleged generic drug price-fixing and competition limits, with Oregon tied to the broader affordability pressure. Wildfire Power Reliability: Peak Electric Group urged Columbia County homeowners to install backup power correctly ahead of wildfire season, warning that dangerous DIY hookups can fail when outages hit. AI Data Centers: Salem City Council approved a temporary moratorium on AI data centers and started zoning updates to protect water, environment, and electricity infrastructure. Oregon Retirement Oversight: Oregon Democrats called for a comprehensive audit of the Oregon Public Employees Retirement Fund, saying the last full investment program review was a decade ago. Agriculture & Invasive Pests: A bipartisan spotted lanternfly research bill backed by Sen. Ron Wyden would prioritize funding through USDA’s research arm. Climate & Land Use: Oregon lawmakers set natural and working lands carbon sequestration goals, while a separate climate lawsuit fight in Colorado highlights how states are pushing back on fossil-fuel impacts.
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