AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHurricane Lowell Aftermath: Kauaʻi took the hardest hit as Lowell’s waves and winds damaged roads, piers, and boats, leaving tens of thousands without power; officials say storm surge likely killed a man and many areas still face closures and cleanup. State & Federal Response: Gov. Green requested an expedited major disaster declaration as Hawaii emergency officials urged residents to stay prepared and Kauaʻi power outages continued. Local Governance & Resilience: The state and counties kept updating the public on reopenings and closures, including Ala Moana Regional Park staying shut while crews work. Public Health & Misinformation: A new measles update highlights how misinformation about the MMR vaccine is being blamed for unvaccinated cases, including deaths in Pennsylvania. Healthcare Costs: Trump announced $500 ACA rebate checks for about 1 million people in 30 states who used Healthcare.gov, framing it as a refund for alleged overcharges. Tech for Hawaii: UH launched a free online “Artificial Intelligence for Hawaiʻi” course aimed at practical, responsible AI skills for the public. Elections & Democracy: A national look at 9/11 teaching shows at least 40 states now require or encourage schools to address the attacks in some way. Business & Travel: Southwest says it will open airport lounges by late 2027, including a Honolulu location at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport.
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