AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWater Quality & Public Input: Vermont’s DEC is inviting comments (June 15–July 15) on a draft Tactical Basin Plan for the Upper Connecticut River Basin, laying out 40+ ways to restore rivers, lakes and wetlands. Health & Consumer Trends: “Dirty soda” drinks are drawing medical backlash for sugar-heavy recipes that can push added sugar far beyond daily limits. Gaming & Regulation: Kentucky AG Russell Coleman sued Kalshi and Polymarket, arguing sports-linked prediction markets are unlicensed gambling; the fight adds to a fast-growing state-versus-federal oversight battle. AI Oversight: States are moving ahead with targeted AI rules even as federal action stalls, focusing on real-world risks like workplace use and child-facing systems. Connecticut Business & Finance: Santander won OCC approval to fold in Webster Bank, advancing a major Northeast retail banking deal. Local Infrastructure: New Britain received nearly $790,000 for Vision Zero pedestrian signal safety upgrades. Workforce Compliance (CT): Connecticut added new training and recordkeeping requirements for homemaker-companion agencies and registries starting Jan. 1, 2027. Energy Policy: The Trump administration is buying back offshore wind leases for four projects, signaling continued pressure on wind expansion. Housing & Industry: A Meriden player-piano factory is being converted into affordable apartments, preserving an old industrial site while adding new housing supply.
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