AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoSchool Mental Health Fight: Fifteen Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration to stop planned cuts to a $1 billion school-based mental health grant program, arguing the move violates a court order and would strip districts of funding to hire and train counselors. Radiation Compensation Push: New Mexico advocates and lawmakers are backing a proposed expansion of the Radiation Exposure Compensation Act, aiming to raise payments to $150,000, widen covered cancers and eligible downwinders/atomic veterans, and extend the filing window. West Nile in NM: Mosquitoes in Bernalillo County tested positive for West Nile virus; health officials say it’s a recurring seasonal risk and urge people to watch for flu-like symptoms and protect against bites. Cyclospora Update: Cyclosporiasis cases are rising nationwide, with New Mexico reporting four so far; officials stress safe food handling and note symptoms can take up to two weeks to appear. Harmful Algal Blooms: The NM Environment Department launched an interactive harmful algal bloom advisory map for major lakes, with multiple sites under watch or warning and guidance to keep people and pets out of affected water. Animal Health Alert: New World screwworm remains a concern in the region after cases in Texas and southeastern NM, though South Dakota officials say current safeguards keep the risk low.
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