AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoPaid Leave Rollout: Maryland officially launched employer registration for its new Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FAMLI) program, letting workers eventually access up to 12 weeks of paid leave; businesses must register now, with payroll contributions starting in January and benefits slated for 2028. Energy & Grid Politics: A report flags NextEra’s MidAtlantic Resiliency Link transmission project as costly for ratepayers, while Maryland continues to face pushback over data-center power demand and related grid upgrades. Local Development Finance: Prince George’s County Council is weighing up to $215 million in bonds to support National Harbor’s planned mini Sphere, with labor and project-cost concerns in the mix. Consumer Safety: Hodo, Inc. recalled more than 10,000 cases of Lightly Fried Chili Crisp Tofu across 29 states after it said printing ink “may have migrated” into the product. Business/Community Watch: Worcester County approved a request to buy the state-owned Pocomoke Welcome Center to renovate and improve the visitor stop on Route 13. Public Safety: Maryland kicked off National Preparedness Month with a statewide campaign urging residents, families, communities, and businesses to get ready for emergencies.
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