AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAdult Literacy Push, Still Lagging: Georgia lawmakers have prioritized reading, but federal data shows adult literacy is below the national average, with about one-fourth of Georgians reading below Level 1. Atlanta Water Woes: A new city audit says Atlanta is owed more than $236 million in unpaid water and sewer bills from 60,168 delinquent accounts, with most not complying with payment plans. Foster Care Funding Scrutiny: State auditors told lawmakers foster care spending has jumped 159% since 2022, and they’re questioning whether money is reaching providers as costs rise. Election Security: Georgia lawmakers met again on election equipment, focusing on cybersecurity and the likely shift toward hand-marked paper ballots for future elections. Public Safety & Courts: The Georgia Department of Banking and Finance finalized a cease-and-desist order against Polar Tensor US for operating a virtual currency trading platform without a license. Health Alert: West Nile virus continues to hit metro Atlanta, including a reported hospitalization tied to a mosquito bite. Local Events: Avondale Estates is bringing back Shakespeare at Sunset with evening performances on the town green.
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