AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoEnergy & Environment Policy: Gov. Mike Braun and AG Todd Rokita are pushing to keep Indiana coal plants operating, arguing rising power demand from data centers requires it, while critics warn it will raise health and cost burdens for Hoosiers. Utility Regulation: Braun appointed Indianapolis councilor Joshua Bain to the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission, effective immediately, after firing Andy Zay earlier this week; Bain is an IDEM executive and will focus on affordability. Data Centers & Wetlands: In Fort Wayne, Google data-center developer Hatchworks is seeking to fill 2.13 acres of wetlands for a Phase 3 expansion, with a virtual public hearing set for Aug. 25. Public Health: A salmonella outbreak tied to jalapeños linked to Chipotle and Qdoba has expanded to 27 states, prompting menu removals; Indiana also saw coverage of cyclospora’s widening national spread. Wildlife & Safety: Decatur County is seeing more bat-related incidents and is urging residents to detain bats for rabies testing. Local Land Use: Steuben County planners approved zoning rules that could pave the way for a casino, moving the proposal toward county commissioners. Clean Tech & Industry: Toyota Material Handling North America opened a new Columbus factory focused on electric forklift manufacturing.
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