AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoElection Protection: Attorney General Jay Jones launched a permanent voter-protection section to investigate intimidation, ballot denials and other violations ahead of the Nov. 3 midterms. AI Regulation: Delegate Cliff Hayes says Virginia will pursue AI rules in 2027, after federal pressure helped stall legislation this year. State Finances: Gov. Abigail Spanberger announced Virginia retained its top AAA bond ratings. A state spending review found Southwest and Southside Virginia receive more general-fund spending per tax dollar than Northern Virginia and Richmond. Energy and Data Centers: Public hearings on Dominion Energy’s proposed $67 billion merger raised concerns about rates and electricity demand. A separate report says Virginia’s data-center tax exemptions cost the state $1.6 billion. Health Policy: Virginia ended Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming care for minors; Spanberger blamed the Trump administration. Fuel Taxes: Virginia Republicans are seeking a 90-day gasoline and diesel tax suspension, estimated to reduce revenue by about $410 million, and say transportation funding should be backfilled.
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