AGP Executive Report
Last update: 17 minutes agoAntitrust & Media: A federal judge in California temporarily blocked the $81 billion Paramount–Warner Bros. Discovery merger, pausing the deal for at least two weeks after a 12-state coalition (including Connecticut) argued it would reduce competition and raise prices. Connecticut Business & Housing: Tim Hines of Horvath & Tremblay helped complete the sale of 200 Connecticut multi-family units for $16.24 million, including an 83-unit portfolio across Cromwell, Middletown and Norwich. Consumer Protection (Health): A Medicare Advantage warning story highlights how seniors can get stuck when doctors leave networks mid-year, with limited switching rights until later enrollment windows. Food Safety: The FDA walked back a Cyclospora positive test tied to Taylor Farms shredded iceberg lettuce, calling it a false positive while the broader recall remains in effect. Elections & Courts: A federal lawsuit seeking Connecticut voter-roll turnover was dismissed, with CT AG William Tong saying the DOJ lacked authority. Energy Policy: AG Kwame Raoul led a coalition challenging a federal freeze on land-based wind project reviews, arguing it violates federal law. Tech & Privacy: Connecticut’s privacy law changes took effect July 1, lowering the business threshold and expanding what counts as sensitive data.
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