Measles Fight in PA: Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) called the U.S. measles surge a “terrible legacy,” pointing to Pennsylvania’s reported measles-associated deaths and pressing Trump’s surgeon general nominee, Dr. Nicole Saphier, on vaccine safety and misinformation. Public Health Leadership: A new CDC director, Dr. Erica Schwartz, says rebuilding trust and pushing back on vaccine hesitancy are priorities as measles spreads and staffing morale comes under strain. Energy Grid Pressure from Data Centers: Pennsylvania regulators released a report warning that rapid data center load growth could drive reliability problems and rolling blackouts in a worst-case scenario, even with new plants. Grid Modernization in Pittsburgh: Duquesne Light and the U.S. Department of Energy showcased GRIP-funded upgrades aimed at better real-time visibility and faster response during grid trouble. Data Center Backlash Meets Policy: The U.S. House passed a bill pushing states to consider federal standards so large power users like data centers help cover grid upgrade costs instead of shifting bills to everyone else. Tech + Privacy Governance: Portland, Ore. created a new Data and Privacy Office to oversee privacy impact reviews for high-risk tech like automated license plate readers and smart-city sensors. STEM/Research & Industry Notes: Penn-area innovation continues, including University Hospitals naming a new venture investment leader and a CSB final report on a Shell Polymers furnace explosion tied to safeguard and control failures.