AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCPR Training Update: Illinois lawmakers passed a new requirement for high schools to teach CPR using both breasted and non-breasted female manikins, with implementation starting in the 2029-2030 school year. Back-to-School Savings: Illinois is set to run a sales tax holiday that cuts the state rate from 6.25% to 1.25% on qualifying school supplies and clothing for children and teens. Education Tech Push: A new AI-backed approach is emerging in schools, with an AI company moving into nontraditional grading and using uploaded student work to generate feedback. Immigration Legal Aid Under Pressure: The Trump administration awarded a $150M migrant child legal representation contract to a small Texas firm with limited immigration experience, alarming legal aid groups. Illinois Politics Shake-Up: House Speaker Chris Welch is apologizing for interactions with a former staffer tied to a harassment complaint involving ex-Rep. Harry Benton, as calls for answers and resignation continue. COVID Testing Fraud Case: A Chicago lab owner pleaded guilty in a COVID-19 testing scheme tied to former Loretto Hospital executive Anosh Ahmed, agreeing to pay major restitution. Consumer Protection & Courts: A federal judge largely dismissed an American Airlines passenger’s lawsuit over alleged sexual assault, narrowing Illinois claims.
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