AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCollege Sports Policy: Nick Saban and other leaders are pushing Congress to rein in college athletics through the Protect College Sports Act, as lawmakers debate rules on transfers, eligibility, and recruiting—while the SEC and Big Ten resist. Alabama Higher Ed: UA named retired Maj. Gen. Parker H. Wright as the inaugural dean of its new School of Leadership and Policy, starting Aug. 1. Local Government & Ethics: A Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office employee tied to a campaign money funnel is facing scrutiny over alleged incomplete ethics disclosures tied to contracts. Elections Ahead: Alabama is headed for a June 16 runoff and an Aug. 11 special primary after the Supreme Court cleared the state to use its 2023 congressional map. Public Safety: The Coast Guard is launching a new training center at Birmingham-Southern College’s campus, continuing the site’s legacy. Health & Community: A Birmingham-area mental health story highlights how social connection can help reduce suicide risk. Sports (Alabama): Auburn’s baseball season is on the brink after a super regional opener loss to Ole Miss.
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