AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoData Centers & Energy: PIRG is urging a two-year pause on new data centers of 50 megawatts or more in Rhode Island, arguing the state needs clarity on costs, siting, and who pays for the power grid. Healthcare Policy: Connecticut AG William Tong led a coalition challenging a Trump administration move that would block states from using Medicaid funds for gender-affirming care for low-income transgender youth, calling it unlawful federal overreach. Nursing Home Quality: A Connecticut resident-council pilot across 31 nursing homes is showing how resident input can improve care culture and quality, with plans to expand the model. Food & Consumer Safety: Multiple recalls are hitting shelves, including Halloween candy with undeclared milk (sold in Connecticut) and tofu recalled over possible ink contamination. Real Estate & Construction: Greystone arranged financing for an office-to-residential conversion in Norwalk, while Rest Tech Painting says it’s expanding across Fairfield County. Public Works & Environment: Connecticut lawmakers plan a trip to Puerto Rico in October to help address the island’s water crisis, and DEEP is reminding swimmers that lifeguard coverage drops over Labor Day weekend.
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