AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoSemiconductor & Manufacturing: Intel says three people were hospitalized after a massive bee swarm invaded its Chandler manufacturing campus, disrupting work and prompting an emergency response. Infant Formula Legal Fallout: DOJ says Abbott will pay about $385M to settle False Claims Act allegations tied to contaminated infant formula made in Michigan and Arizona. Crypto Policy & Consumer Protection: Arizona AG William Tong joined a bipartisan push against the Clarity Act, warning it could weaken states’ ability to fight cryptocurrency scams; Senate Republicans also unveiled a revised version ahead of a key vote. Local Economy: Phoenix’s labor market shows mixed signals—labor force and employment softness alongside steadier payroll and consumer spending, with housing continuing to gain momentum. AI & Real Estate: Data center developers are increasingly targeting residential-adjacent land as AI demand drives prices higher, raising concerns about neighborhood impacts. Water & Agriculture: Arizona is preparing for another Colorado River reduction round, with Central Arizona agriculture bracing for deeper cuts. Workforce Costs: Arizona’s minimum wage is set to rise to $15.65 in January 2027, with higher rates in Tucson and Flagstaff. Construction Safety Tech: ASU unveiled an AI heat-stress early-warning system using wearables to alert workers and supervisors before symptoms hit. Food Safety: Whole Foods recalled Cabricharme cheese sold in Arizona and other states due to an undeclared egg allergen.
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