AGP Executive Report
Last update: 5 hours agoMail & Voting Rights: A Massachusetts federal judge said the USPS violated a block on mail-ballot rulemaking, continuing work despite an injunction. Cannabis Regulation: Massachusetts cannabis businesses urged the Cannabis Control Commission to update outdated testing rules, arguing labs lack consistent guidance and rescheduling could change the science. Life Sciences Jobs: A new snapshot says Massachusetts biopharma lost jobs in 2025, even as investment and deal activity show signs of rebound. Data Centers & Permitting: Lowell’s Markley Group won planning approval for subdivision plans tied to data-center expansion, despite board reluctance and tight legal timelines. Energy & Grid Competition: Maine regulators selected CMP/Avangrid for a major transmission line and Clearway for an 800-megawatt wind project, while New England states warned against the NextEra-Dominion merger. Workforce & Education: MassBio and industry groups point to a biotech hiring rebound, while broader skilling debates highlight the need for job-linked training.
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