AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoHigher Ed & State Budget: WVU’s Board of Governors approved tuition and fee increases for 2026-27, including a $156 per-semester rise for in-state undergrads and a higher Mountaineer Athletics Advantage Fee to $250. Workforce & Local Economy: Peoples Bank was named one of Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces for 2026, highlighting employee well-being and leadership culture across its multi-state footprint. Energy & Infrastructure Oversight: Lawmakers grilled two proposed transmission projects tied to grid reliability and economic growth, while Democrats pressed for changes to West Virginia’s data center district law. Local Government & Services: Parkersburg City Council will consider whether a referendum petition is sufficient to challenge the city’s trash service contract, alongside details on emergency Waste Management agreements. Public Health Coverage: West Virginia’s “Jessica Huffman’s Law” took effect, requiring insurance coverage for scalp cooling systems to reduce hair loss for some cancer patients. Research & Entrepreneurship: A WVU study finds rural women entrepreneurs—despite being a small share—are linked to wage-and-salary employment growth when barriers like childcare and access to financial institutions are addressed. Community & Tourism: Leadership West Virginia wrapped a New River Gorge session aimed at building statewide pride and tourism advocacy.
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