AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoData Center Backlash & Texas Politics: A new wave of scrutiny is hitting Texas data centers as Gov. Abbott orders a “pause” on approvals and voters weigh electricity, water, and local control concerns in the run-up to the Senate fight. Healthcare Cost Push: Democratic nominee James Talarico and Mark Cuban are set to campaign in Fort Worth on lowering prescription drug prices by breaking up “Big Medicine” monopolies. Property Tax Pressure: Texas Comptroller Don Huffines urged property tax reform, arguing local governments have room to cut rates as sales tax collections rise. Drag Show Legal Battle: A federal judge in Houston again struck down Texas drag show restrictions, saying the law is unconstitutional and too vague. Sports Eligibility Court Fight: A Texas judge granted a restraining order tied to the NCAA/SEC former-pro athlete return-to-college rule, keeping the dispute alive. Veterans Grants: Abbott announced $6.3M in grants for 27 veteran support organizations across Southeast Texas and the Coastal Bend. Local Business Growth: Denison is converting a former Trailblazer building into space for up to 16 small businesses.
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