AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoMichigan Health Policy: The state stopped using Michigan-specific Vaccine Information Statements after it couldn’t document federal approval, and now requires vaccine sites to provide parents the official MCIR opt-out form before shots. Great Lakes Research: Proposed NOAA cuts would slash core work tied to Great Lakes weather, water quality, maritime safety and recreation—researchers warn it would hit shipping and harmful-algae monitoring. Energy & Infrastructure: Metro Detroit saw flooding from storms without major road closures, but combined sewer overflows were reported in parts of Wayne County. Cross-Border Trade: The Gordie Howe International Bridge opening is still delayed as the U.S. and Canada resolve “outstanding issues,” with economists saying the project could ease Detroit-Windsor trade bottlenecks. Manufacturing Tech: More Michigan manufacturers are adopting hot stamping for permanent plastic part identification and traceability. Agriculture Training: MSU Extension launched Broiler U, a fall webinar series for beginners and small-scale producers. Mining History: A new look at Calumet’s Camborne connection highlights shared mining roots across the Atlantic.
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