AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours ago2027 Agenda: Gov. Abigail Spanberger and Democratic legislative leaders previewed plans to tackle medical debt, expand housing, strengthen schools and tighten oversight of data centers and AI companies. They also want more solar power on already-developed land. Utility Merger: Five Virginia Democrats in Congress urged regulators to reject Dominion Energy’s proposed $67 billion merger with NextEra, warning it could raise customer costs. The State Corporation Commission’s staff has also recommended denying the deal as proposed. Development: Spanberger’s administration won federal approval for 153 Virginia Opportunity Zones, which offer tax incentives for investment. Meanwhile, environmental groups and local residents are pressing for a pause on new data center construction until stronger rules are in place.
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