AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoSurveillance & Privacy: A new report highlights how the U.S. has built a “collect-first, search-later” surveillance system using automated license plate readers, including Flock cameras that can track millions of law-abiding drivers without a warrant. Workplace & Equality: Illinois signed a law requiring construction sites to be more welcoming to women, including protections for workers who lactate. Health Policy: The FDA will stop mailing Mammography Quality Standards Act materials and move updates to an online MQSA Facility Portal starting Oct. 22, pushing providers to download and display certificates. Transit & Regional Growth: After years of delay, Illinois has secured funding to restart passenger rail between Chicago and the Quad Cities, clearing a major hurdle even as negotiations with freight railroads remain. End-of-Life Law: Catholic leaders and two religious orders sued to block Illinois’ assisted suicide law as it takes effect Saturday, arguing the statute forces participation despite religious objections.
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