AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoU.S. Senate Sanctions: The Senate passed the Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act of 2026 by an 86-11 vote, ratcheting pressure on Russia’s war economy and expanding Iran sanctions, with House action next and tariff provisions likely to draw scrutiny. NH Health Access: A new New Hampshire Insurance Department study says women are delaying care due to provider shortages, affordability problems, and confusion over what insurance covers—barriers that compound into longer waits. NH Politics & Campaigns: U.S. Rep. Chris Pappas and challenger Karishma Manzur are set for a Democratic Senate primary clash, with Manzur leaning left on issues while trying to avoid labels; meanwhile Gov. Kelly Ayotte’s campaign sent a billboard truck into Massachusetts to mock its sales-tax holiday and tout New Hampshire’s year-round tax-free status. Education Aid: NH expects fewer students to qualify for free and reduced-price lunch next year as federal SNAP eligibility changes reduce automatic enrollment. Local Immigration Fight: Manchester again declined to sign an ICE 287(g) agreement, arguing it’s unnecessary and that staffing limits make it a poor use of local resources. Courts & Public Safety: A federal jury sided with Sig Sauer in a lawsuit over a P320 handgun that fired while holstered, rejecting claims of inadequate warnings or a defect.
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