AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEnergy Assistance: Sen. Peter Welch joined a bipartisan push urging HHS to quickly release fully funded LIHEAP money, warning winter energy costs could hit low-income Vermonters and seniors hard. Power Costs & Policy: A new analysis argues “clean power” mandates in multiple states are driving higher bills because standard cost comparisons miss backup and reliability needs. Semiconductor Manufacturing: Marvell and GlobalFoundries expanded a SiGe production deal, boosting Vermont’s capacity for data-center optical connectivity. Housing & Development: A Vermont real estate roundup says the state still faces a major affordable-homes gap, with permit reforms and site readiness key to slowing rental pressure. Construction & Traffic: Vermont Business Magazine posted the Sept. 21 roadwork schedule, including I-89 paving and bridge rehab impacts. Public Safety: Vermont State Police reported a Bolton I-89 construction-zone crash that led to a negligent operation citation. Local Economy & Community: St. Albans City approved buying the historic Central Vermont Railroad headquarters for potential mixed-use redevelopment. Agriculture & Food: Vermont’s giant pumpkin weigh-in crowned a 1,730.5-pound winner in the annual competition. Workforce Debate: A fresh look at Bernie Sanders’ proposed overtime rule highlights the likely cost hit for employers.
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