AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoFederal Court Fight Over Climate Costs: A judge blocked New York’s “climate Superfund” law that would have charged fossil fuel companies $75 billion over 25 years, saying it’s preempted by the federal Clean Air Act—an outcome West Virginia AG JB McCuskey called a victory. Power, Data Centers, and the Grid: At the West Virginia Chamber summit, NextEra discussed the MARL transmission project’s job and tax impacts, while Gov. Morrisey announced Starwood Digital Ventures’ $12 billion Mason County data center plans. Local Flood Recovery: Martinsburg leaders urged residents and businesses to finish FEMA disaster surveys after last week’s record flooding, and said permit fees will be waived for about a month. Public Help for Storm Victims: USDA approved D-SNAP for West Virginia disaster areas, with in-person applications set for Sept. 21-25 in Lewis, Pleasants, Ritchie and Upshur. Community and Safety: WV State Treasurer Larry Pack reported more than $3.2 million in unclaimed property returned in August. Health and Education: WVU School of Dentistry opened a renovated, expanded facility in Morgantown to boost pediatric dentistry and orthodontics training. Business News: Chicken Salad Chick announced its first West Virginia restaurant opening in Barboursville on Sept. 16.
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