AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoUtility Fight: Gov. Wes Moore’s administration has filed a complaint with FERC to end what it calls an unfair utility surcharge under Maryland’s Utility RELIEF Act, aiming to cut tens of millions in costs for households and businesses. Rate Pressure: Baltimore Gas and Electric also asked the Maryland Public Service Commission for an average $8 monthly increase, arguing it’s needed to maintain safe, reliable service. Energy Relief: Maryland expanded its energy assistance program to help about 200,000 households, with benefits up to 32% and a simpler application process. Deal Watch: Kroger agreed to buy Giant Eagle for $1.65 billion, adding about 200 stores across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic, including locations in Maryland. Biotech Growth: Bora Pharmaceuticals completed its $122.5 million acquisition of MacroGenics’ Rockville manufacturing operations, boosting U.S. biologics capacity. AI & Policing: Police AI use is rising as rules lag, raising concerns about surveillance, bias, and courtroom challenges. Capital Markets: IQM Quantum Computers became the first European quantum computing company to list on Nasdaq, signaling growing investor appetite for quantum hardware.
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