AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMedicaid & Medicare Policy Watch: A new round of hospital briefings is preparing for major 2027 changes tied to H.R. 1, with Medicaid/CHIP cuts projected to drive millions toward losing coverage—especially where reporting and work requirements have already caused disenrollments. Maternal Health: Arkansas’ Maternal Mortality Review Committee (since 2019) continues quarterly reviews of pregnancy-associated deaths, with reports finding nearly 90% are preventable. Critical Infrastructure & Cybersecurity: Separate coverage highlights how Iranian-linked hackers are targeting power and water systems, underscoring the need for stronger protections for essential services. Energy & Industry: Entergy Arkansas broke ground on the 446MW Ironwood Power Station near Malvern, while Alcoa secured DOE talks to test recovering critical minerals from bauxite residue in Saline County. STEM in Arkansas: UA Little Rock hosts “AI in the Rock” (Aug. 26) to connect local AI work with real-world applications. Local Tech & Payments: Walmart begins accepting Apple Pay/Google Pay in Arkansas starting Aug. 24, with nationwide rollout by end of 2026. Health Careers Pipeline: UAMS’ statewide MASH camps drew 450+ students to explore healthcare roles.
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