AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoFEMA COVID Reimbursements: Washington is getting $538M in delayed COVID-era payments from FEMA, including $263M to the state Department of Health, plus major shares for King and Pierce counties and Franciscan Health—finally replenishing budgets after years of delay. Food Assistance: SNAP-style Basic Food enrollment in Washington fell from 548,000 households (March 2025) to 525,000 (March), with noncitizen participation dropping sharply as fewer immigrants access the fully state-funded program. Spokane Schools: A judge ruled Mead School District liable for racial discrimination tied to football camp hazing, with a trial looming next month. Courts & Parents: A judge rejected a lawsuit trying to block a 2025 rewrite of Washington’s parental rights law, setting up an appeal. Public Safety & Health: A Sunnyside man was sentenced to 6.5 years for a DUI fatal crash; meanwhile, the state says youth psychiatric “boarding” in hospitals is easing, though bed and payment shortages remain. Business & Jobs: Starbucks plans to cut 300 corporate jobs and close regional offices as part of its turnaround.
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