AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoEndangered Species Act Fight: A coalition of 20 states and DC sued the Trump administration over new Endangered Species Act rules that narrow what counts as “harm” and weaken protections for habitats and “critical habitat,” raising alarms for species tied to wetlands, streams, and forests. Great Lakes Energy Watch: Gov. Gretchen Whitmer ordered Michigan regulators to re-check Line 5 tunnel permits after a state Supreme Court ruling, and urged Enbridge to pursue transport alternatives to shut down the pipeline sooner. Wisconsin Flood Resilience: A Wisconsin legislative study committee kicked off work on floodplain restoration, focusing on restoring wetlands and native habitat to cut erosion, improve water quality, and better manage bigger, more frequent floods. Local Climate Action: Dane County recognized 73 new “Climate Champions” across sectors as it pushes toward cutting emissions in half by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2050. Data Center Backlash: A new Marquette Law School poll finds growing opposition to data centers in Wisconsin, with many voters saying costs outweigh benefits and support for a short construction ban. Surveillance Cameras: Milwaukee County Executive David Crowley said he won’t fund Flock license-plate cameras in the 2027 budget unless stronger privacy guardrails are in place. Weather: Expect patchy fog possible tonight, then a dry stretch before weekend storm chances return.
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