AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoFederal Travel Costs: GSA says federal per diem for official travel rises $3 for standard lodging starting Oct. 1, from $110 to $113, while meals and incidental expenses stay in the same bands. DC Infrastructure & Tourism: The Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool gets a new $2.7M algae-fix contract after earlier repairs failed, with biological and chemical testing planned before changes. Local Construction Watch: Interior Secretary Doug Burgum says excavation for Trump’s 250-foot memorial arch will begin within two weeks, even as final approvals and a lawsuit remain in play. Tech & Power in the District: A D.C. Circuit ruling keeps PFAS “forever chemicals” within CERCLA’s reach, adding pressure on how cleanup and compliance costs are handled. Healthcare Policy: CMS is weighing whether to streamline or consolidate special needs plans as enrollment grows, raising questions about whether tailored models could be diluted. Business & Jobs: Campbell’s cuts 13% of salaried staff and closes two snack plants as part of a turnaround. Aviation & Travel: TSA expects 17M+ travelers over Labor Day week; BWI pauses runway intersection work during the holiday.
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