AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoDominion-NextEra Merger Fight: Gov. Abigail Spanberger says she’ll formally intervene in the $67B Dominion Energy–NextEra deal before the State Corporation Commission, aiming to scrutinize impacts on Virginia electric bills, jobs, and the state’s energy future. Data Center Pressure in Virginia: Regulators and local leaders keep pushing back as energy and transmission costs become flashpoints, with new SCC actions requiring data centers to cover dedicated grid upgrades and transmission expenses. Public Safety & Health: A study tied xylazine scheduling to a rise in medetomidine detections in the illicit drug supply, adding fuel to the debate over supply-side drug controls. Transportation & Infrastructure: Two new I-81 ramp extensions in the New River Valley are now open, including a rock-drape safety feature designed to reduce falling-rock risk. Local Business & Community: A Virginia hemp lawsuit challenges new THC restrictions, while a franchisee’s Chapter 11 filing could force closures of Moe’s locations including one in Virginia. Back-to-School Savings: Virginia’s sales tax holiday runs Aug. 7–9, covering qualifying school supplies, clothing, and select emergency and energy-efficient home items.
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