AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoBudget Showdown: Virginia’s data center tax fight is now a Democrat-on-Democrat clash that could push the state toward its first shutdown, with Senate leaders pressing Gov. Abigail Spanberger ahead of the June 30 deadline. Cannabis Deal: Spanberger, Sen. Lashrecse Aird and Del. Paul Krizek reached agreement to launch a regulated adult-use retail marijuana market on July 1, 2027, with 350 licenses and state oversight aimed at squeezing the illicit market. Energy & Grid: AEP is signaling it may reassess its membership in PJM as regulators and ratepayers grapple with a $1 trillion grid strain tied to surging demand, including data centers. Public Safety: Federal authorities say they disrupted a planned drone-and-sniper attack targeting the White House UFC “Freedom 250” event, arresting five men. Community & Economy: Virginia Beach and Chesapeake landed in WalletHub’s Top 20 “Best Run Cities,” while RAM House in Virginia is set to open a relocated day shelter by June 30. Workforce & Skills: A Virginia-area student earned a spot in WorldSkills Shanghai for CNC milling, highlighting skilled-trades pipelines.
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