AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoScrewworm Surge: The New World screwworm is back in the U.S., with USDA confirming new cases across Texas and a first New Mexico case in a dog, prompting quarantines and a “Inspect, Report, and Protect” push as officials race to expand sterile-fly and surveillance efforts. Colorado River Crunch: With states still deadlocked, federal managers are moving toward a shorter-term operating approach for Lake Powell and Lake Mead, and Arizona faces potential drastic cuts if no deal emerges. Child Health & Education: New Mexico ranks 49th for child well-being in the Annie E. Casey Foundation’s Kids Count report, while a separate analysis warns federal spending on children is still sliding. UNM Care Expansion: UNM Health is opening a new $36M children’s psychiatric center with 36 beds (expandable), aiming to modernize inpatient mental health care. Rural Doctor Pipeline: UNM’s BA/MD students are spending time in Roswell to learn rural healthcare delivery and build a workforce for New Mexico. Local Tech & Community Tension: In Doña Ana County, residents pressed officials over Project Jupiter’s data center impacts, setting up a June 18 public meeting amid frustration over process and environmental concerns. Science in New Mexico: Researchers formally describe a newly identified Triassic reptile from a New Mexico quarry, adding a surprising twist to the region’s paleontology story.
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