AGP Executive Report
Last update: 39 minutes agoDrought Warning: Maryland’s Department of the Environment issued a drought warning for large parts of the state after persistent rainfall deficits, while Baltimore City and parts of the region moved to voluntary water conservation. Chronic Wasting Disease: DNR reported 69 deer with chronic wasting disease in 2025, all within the existing seven-county management area—spread is still a concern, but no new counties were detected. Key Bridge Fallout: Maryland finalized a $2.25B settlement tied to the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse, even as separate legal fights continue. Menhaden Fight: The ASMFC paused Draft Addendum II for Atlantic menhaden management, drawing split reactions from industry groups and conservation voices. Energy & Jobs: CPV celebrated the ribbon cutting of Backbone Solar, Maryland’s largest utility-scale project. Policy Watch: Maryland signed a first-in-the-nation law to curb predatory grocery pricing tied to loyalty and app data.
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