AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoNational Security & Trade: The U.S. Hispanic Business Council praised a Senate Commerce Committee markup that advanced the Connected Vehicle Security Act, aiming to block connected-vehicle tech tied to China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea. Small-Business Costs: Credit card surcharges are hitting Central Texas restaurants hard, with one owner saying fees cost about $50,000 a month across locations. Energy & Infrastructure: A White House “Ratepayer Protection Pledge” now covers about 80% of U.S. power, but data-center grid upgrade costs still hinge on federal enforcement and a mid-August deadline. AI & Marketing Tools: SCORE is running an AI-driven marketing workshop (July 31), while Adwave’s Waverunner promises small businesses can launch cross-platform ad campaigns from a website URL. Local Business Growth: Madison Public Market opens with nearly half its booths filled, giving small merchants a new retail launchpad. Workforce Benefits: A Texas brokerage warns small firms about the lack of a state short-term disability program and urges coverage before fall renewals. Right to Repair: Minnesota candidates say Deere’s federal settlement helps, but state law still leaves repair tools and access out of reach. Cyber & Fraud: A Senate panel is probing Amazon over alleged Chinese influence and marketplace favoritism. Banking: Hanmi Financial declared a $0.28 per-share cash dividend for Q3.
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