AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoConsumer Data & Health Privacy: New York AG Letitia James joined a 43-state coalition securing about $2.3M and requiring Labcorp to overhaul data security after a 2019 breach exposed millions of customers’ information, including 10.2M patients in New York. Telecom Reliability: Verizon is seeking FCC approval to end copper landlines in 18 states, drawing pushback from BellTel retirees who warn it could hurt older residents and emergency communications. Energy Disruptions: TC Energy’s Columbia Gas Transmission issued an immediate pressure-reduction notice on a West Virginia pipeline after a mechanical issue, triggering force majeure and expected volume cuts. Rail Safety & Jobs: A CSX maintenance union says planned furloughs and permanent cuts could reduce inspections and lead to deferred maintenance across the Mountain State. STEM & Workforce Pipeline: Frontieras North America selected Kiewit for front-end engineering and design on a Mason County facility, while WVU secured an NSF-funded $2M scholarship program to support future STEM majors. Public Health & Work Safety: Advocates say federal enforcement delays are prolonging black lung protections for miners, as cases remain a threat. Local Tech/Community: WVU estimated 3,500+ students attended Mountaineer Midway and Movie, a replacement for the traditional FallFest concert. Aerospace Outreach: The 6th annual Carl Hopkins West Virginia Youth Aviation Expo returns this weekend in Bridgeport with hands-on STEM activities. Housing & Affordability: Mortgage affordability ticked up in August as median monthly payments eased slightly, according to the Mortgage Bankers Association.
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