AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoState Finances: Gov. Abigail Spanberger says Virginia’s top AAA bond rating was affirmed by all three major agencies, crediting careful budgeting and strong reserves. Energy and Data Centers: A new report says data-center tax breaks cost Virginia $1.6 billion, as surging electricity demand raises concerns about utility bills and grid reliability. Federal officials ordered PJM to dispatch power and backup supplies through mid-October amid warnings of possible blackouts. Health Care: Virginia’s Medicaid program will stop covering gender-transition care for minors, prompting Spanberger to blame federal policy changes. Voting Rights: Attorney General Jay Jones launched a voter-protection unit ahead of the midterms. Home Energy Costs: The state has released $67 million for home upgrades intended to help residents cut energy bills. Technology Rules: A Virginia lawmaker says the state plans to regulate artificial intelligence in 2027, after delaying action last year.
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