AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoData Center Fight: Conserve Ohio’s proposed constitutional ban on large data centers won’t make the Nov. 3 ballot after falling short of signature requirements; the group says it will push for the 2027 ballot instead. Energy Policy: In Washington, the House Energy and Commerce Committee is set to advance bills aimed at stopping ratepayers from absorbing data-center expansion costs, including a “Ratepayer Protection Act” tied to Big Tech covering its own energy bills. Social Media & Kids: A federal appeals court ruled Ohio can require parental consent for children under 16 to use social media, but a separate judge extended a block on enforcement while legal challenges continue. Ohio Economy: New analysis says Medicaid and food-assistance cuts tied to federal policy changes could cost Ohio 51,000 jobs and $5.3 billion by 2029. Public Safety: North College Hill is under an active investigation after a heavy police response early Monday; authorities say someone may have been shot. Higher Ed: Ohio leaders are weighing how to boost college recruitment to address workforce needs. Campaign Watch: John Boccieri spent more than $75,000 in the Democratic primary for Ohio House District 58, setting up a Nov. matchup.
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