AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoData Centers & Power Costs: Virginia regulators ordered data centers to pay transmission costs built for their loads, a move Gov. Abigail Spanberger says will protect ratepayers from “hundreds of millions” in added bills. State Oversight: The SCC also ordered Dominion to develop a data-center cost plan, while insurers warn the boom is reshaping infrastructure risk and claims. Policy Pushback: An editorial argues Virginia should pause new data centers to give lawmakers time for workable rules, as local activists and communities press for limits tied to water, power, and noise. Utility Politics: Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi launched an “Energy Costs Listening Tour” on the Dominion–NextEra $67B deal, promising transparency and accountability. Tech & Security: Virginia Sen. Mark Warner and Ohio Sen. Jon Husted unveiled a bipartisan package to tighten China AI export controls and require annual reporting on China’s AI capabilities. Agriculture & Drought Relief: USDA expanded drought disaster designations across Virginia’s Ninth District, opening more relief for farmers in multiple counties. Tourism Economy: Virginia tourism hit record levels, with a new analysis estimating $3.4B in state and local taxes from $36.2B in visitor spending. Local Infrastructure: VDOT scheduled major roadway upgrades near Augusta County’s Wilson School Complex, including lane additions and a new roundabout.
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