AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoOffshore Wind Lawsuits: New York and six other states, including Vermont, sued the Trump administration over a TotalEnergies deal that would cancel offshore wind leases and steer money to fossil fuel projects, arguing it’s unlawful and threatens jobs and clean-energy goals. Vermont Politics: Vermont’s lieutenant governor bid is heating up as Molly Gray campaigns in Brattleboro, while treasurer Mike Pieciak says he’s running for a third term and won’t seek governor. Public Health: A new report warns immigration detainees across at least 33 states describe medical neglect, as COVID “cicada” variant monitoring faces uncertainty amid proposed CDC wastewater surveillance funding cuts. Environment & Energy: Vermont residents are feeling electric rate hikes tied to the Highgate Dam bladder failure, and the state is also pushing lake-protection guidance for shoreland owners. Rural Economy: UVM’s RISE Summit returns June 16, focusing on partnerships to build rural prosperity, including a keynote on AI’s role in the rural economy. Local Business: Vermont Smoke & Cure is launching new A.1. and Lea & Perrins meat sticks nationwide, and Burke Mountain Resort is gearing up for June 6 bike season.
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