Extreme Heat & Cooling Safety: A brutal heat wave is pushing dangerous temperatures across the central and eastern U.S., with New Jersey residents urged to conserve power and water and use cooling centers as AC struggles. Heat in Detention Facilities: Rep. Josh Gottheimer says Delaney Hall’s air conditioning broke in one area, raising renewed concerns about conditions for ICE detainees during the heat. School Mental Health Funding: New Jersey lawmakers approved a plan to expand school-based mental health supports, including a new SPARK pilot program and continued NJ4S partnerships with behavioral health providers. Water Quality Protection: Elizabeth secured a $19.9M New Jersey Water Bank loan to replace 1,600 lead service lines, using testing at about 5,400 locations to reduce lead exposure. PFAS “Forever Chemicals” Settlement: Chemours agreed to a multi-state settlement with federal and state agencies over alleged PFAS releases from facilities in New Jersey and elsewhere. Foodborne Parasite Watch: CDC surveillance shows rising Cyclosporiasis cases across 17 states, with experts warning it’s often missed because routine stool tests may not detect it. Cancer Imaging Upgrades in NJ: Two NJ hospitals announced new tumor-detection and treatment tech, including GE HealthCare StarGuide SPECT/CT and a CyberKnife S7 system. Budget & Affordability: NJ enacted its FY 2027 budget, keeping major education investments and advancing property tax relief and other affordability changes. Healthcare Access & Coverage Policy: Multiple reports highlight Medicaid work-rule legal fights involving New Jersey and other states.