AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWater Planning: Texas Water Development Board released the first phase of its 2027 plan, projecting population growth from 34.2M (2030) to 52.3M (2080) and warning supplies could shrink as groundwater depletes, while Northeast Texas planners propose $1.7B in local strategies and even pause a controversial reservoir. Data Centers & Grid Oversight: Gov. Greg Abbott ordered a statewide audit and effectively freezes new data center approvals until regulators verify power, water, incentives, ownership, and compliance—aimed at protecting reliability as demand surges. Politics: GOP Sens. John Cornyn and Thom Tillis dropped opposition to Todd Blanche’s AG nomination, clearing the way for a Senate Judiciary vote. Health & Education: Rice expanded its free-tuition program for families up to $200K (full tuition for $100K–$200K; tuition+fees+room/board under $100K). Business: Westlake reported a strong Q2 turnaround; Katapult posted continued lease-to-own growth. Public Safety/Local: Texas DPS issued a Silver Alert for missing 67-year-old Melanie Martin.
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