AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoMidterm Watch: With Election Day near, Pennsylvania’s closely contested races are drawing intense scrutiny as federal election monitors prepare to observe voting in Philadelphia and Allegheny County. Officials and voting-rights groups are also preparing for possible federal challenges to voting and ballot certification. Energy & Business: Canonsburg-based EQT’s $13 billion acquisition of Range Resources would create the nation’s largest natural gas producer, as demand from exports and power-hungry data centers drives industry consolidation. Data Center Debate: Opposition to large data-center projects is becoming a campaign issue in Pennsylvania, where residents and candidates are weighing promised investment against pressure on the electric grid and local communities. County Policy: Allegheny County will require employers to provide paid parental leave beginning in 2027, adding a new workplace benefit for local workers.
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