AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoCoal & Energy Policy: The Trump administration is directing about $500 million in Defense Production Act funding toward coal-fired power, including support for new coal plants in Alaska and West Virginia and modernization at 12 existing facilities, plus rail-linked export work. Water Infrastructure: Gov. Patrick Morrisey announced $3.3 million approved for four West Virginia water projects, leveraging nearly $26 million total investment to expand service and support housing and business growth. Environmental Cleanup: WVDEP highlighted the Richard Mine Treatment Plant’s role in restoring Deckers Creek after decades of acid mine drainage, with WVU research pointing to improving water quality and returning aquatic life. Biofuels: A year-round E15 ethanol bill passed the House, but its Senate path is uncertain; WV Sen. Shelley Moore Capito said she doubts it reaches 60 votes. Workforce & Education: The U.S. Department of Education named West Virginia a semifinalist for the Connecting Talent to Opportunity challenge, aiming to build talent marketplaces linking learners and employers. Local Industry/Tech: Pleasant Valley honored TMC Technologies for Artemis II contributions, underscoring West Virginia’s aerospace role. Antitrust: WV AG Ford filed a brief in the Meta antitrust case, arguing for stronger competition protections.
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