AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSocial Media Accountability: A federal appeals court cleared the way for more than 3,000 lawsuits accusing Meta and TikTok of designing addictive platforms that harm minors, rejecting arguments that Section 230 blocks the cases. Consumer & Fraud Watch: Newark tied for the top spot in July BBB Scam Tracker reports among NJ cities, with 11 reports and $792.71 in losses, mostly from online purchase scams. Healthcare Costs in NJ: New Brunswick Medicaid spending on orthotic procedures jumped 51% in 2024, reaching $1,842, highlighting how local billing patterns shape public health costs. Public Finance & Benefits: New Jersey reached a $15.5M settlement with mortgage servicer NewRez over improper “force-placed” insurance charges; impacted NJ borrowers received $225,783 in restitution. Infrastructure & Climate Risk: A Rutgers study warns Bergen County could see more roadway flooding over the next 75 years as sea levels rise, threatening travel and goods movement. Education Facilities: Passaic High School is set for demolition after NJ Schools Development Authority awarded a $17.5M contract, paving the way for a new $328M school. Business Growth: Edible Garden won fresh-cut herb distribution through a Target Midwest distribution center, aiming to expand its premium herb portfolio.
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