AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoVirginia Budget Pressure: Virginia Finance Secretary Mark Sickles told lawmakers the state has lost 41,900 jobs since FY2026 began, even as General Fund revenues run $850M+ ahead of forecast—setting up tough negotiations as Spanberger orders an updated forecast through 2031. Cannabis Stalemate: Gov. Abigail Spanberger vetoed retail recreational cannabis bills again, saying the timeline and resources needed for a workable marketplace aren’t there yet. Eastern Shore Water Infrastructure: Rep. Jen Kiggans says the Army Corps’ FY2027 budget request includes $500,000 for a Chincoteague Inlet feasibility study, after the project won a “New Start” designation. Local Nonprofit Funding: United Way’s Eastern Shore campaign raised $225,000, with $115,000+ in community impact grants for 34 agencies. Public Safety: A 2-month-old died in Spotsylvania after being left in a hot car; the mother was arrested on child endangerment and abuse charges. Energy Costs: Gas prices remain volatile statewide, with GasBuddy reporting the week ending May 16 saw regular averaging about $4.30 in multiple Virginia localities.
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