AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoCrime & Drugs: Gov. Patrick Morrisey says violent crime, property crime, and overdose deaths all dropped in West Virginia in 2025, with drug overdose deaths down 12% (99 fewer deaths). Public Safety Training: West Virginia State Police will run its first Keystone Model of Crisis Management training for new cadets Sept. 9, using scenario drills with behavioral health professionals. Energy Policy: The Public Service Commission scheduled a public comment hearing on proposed rules to implement HB 2014, setting capacity requirements and related duties. Power Line Fight: A major evidentiary hearing for the MARL transmission project will proceed on schedule after the PSC rejected a delay request, disappointing landowner advocates. SNAP Rules: The USDA asked South Carolina, North Dakota, and Ohio to pause certain SNAP food restriction waivers after a court ruling affected similar waivers, with West Virginia still in the mix. Local Recovery & Infrastructure: Valley Link donated $35,000 to help families hit by July storms, and Charleston’s Capitol Connector project is nearing bids for downtown construction. Sports: WVU men’s soccer rallied past George Mason 2-1 with two late goals. Food Access: A national school lunch report ranks West Virginia No. 3 for school meals in 2026.
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