AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoRedistricting Fight in Annapolis: A Maryland judge blocked a Democratic-backed constitutional amendment from appearing on the November ballot, with the state Supreme Court expected to have the final say—another twist in the fight over how congressional maps get drawn. Courts & Voting Rules: Separate legal action targets a USPS rule that would require states to overhaul vote-by-mail procedures on an impossible timeline, raising fears of voter confusion and disenfranchisement. Child Safety & Big Tech: Maryland is among states receiving major payouts from a landmark Meta settlement over child-safety claims, with sweeping platform changes aimed at Instagram and Facebook. Hate-Crimes Security Grants: Maryland awarded $10 million in Protection Against Hate Crimes grants to help nonprofits and faith groups harden security and prepare for emergencies. Energy & Data Centers: PJM filed proposals that could reshape how large data centers buy power, and Maryland energy stakeholders are split on the impact. Public Health: Maryland declared measles outbreaks in three counties, with new cases reported as students return to school. Local Safety: La Plata is moving to crack down on unregistered off-road vehicles, including holding families responsible for minors. Transportation: A scooter rider died after a crash in Curtis Bay when a vehicle turned into the scooter’s path.
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