AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoDominion-NextEra Merger: Virginia’s SCC review clock is running, and Lt. Gov. Ghazala Hashmi and Senate leaders are pushing for a special session so regulators get more than six months to scrutinize the deal. Data Center Pressure in Virginia: Residents and local officials keep raising alarms about power reliability, water use, noise, and heat as the AI-driven buildout spreads—plus new reporting highlights how regulators handled data-center health concerns. Local Governance & Environment: Albemarle supervisors expanded riparian buffer protections to better safeguard streams and drinking-water sources. Public Safety Tech: Chesterfield is adding drones for emergency response while stressing they won’t be used for random surveillance. Church Misconduct Case: Trinity Episcopal Church in Upperville remains in the spotlight after misconduct allegations involving the senior rector. Business & Trade: Gov. Abigail Spanberger wrapped up an international trade mission aimed at landing new investment and jobs for Virginia. Sports: Virginia’s primary election date change and voter impact are in focus as the August vote nears.
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