AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoWildlife & Habitat: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service denied Endangered Species Act protection to nine petitioned plants and animals, including the Chesapeake logperch in the lower Susquehanna basin—meaning no new federal habitat protections or recovery funding for those species. Forests & Deer Management: DCNR is expanding antlerless deer hunting opportunities this season through its Deer Management Assistance Program on state forests and parks, with nearly 25,000 permits across 1.2 million acres. Water Safety Scrutiny: A Pennsylvania mobile home park’s tap water is facing new scrutiny after residents reported sickness; DEP found manganese and ordered quarterly sampling, while advocates are pushing for deeper investigation. Data Centers & Local Transparency: A national investigation highlights how Pennsylvania municipalities tied to data center projects signed nondisclosure agreements, raising concerns about transparency on impacts to energy grids and water. Climate Politics: Democrats are dialing back climate change messaging for the midterms, shifting toward affordability as voters focus on costs. Appalachia Plant-Based Drugs: The FDA opened a botanical drug docket as Appalachia’s wild ginseng season gets underway under federal trade rules. Outdoor Access: Kinzua Bridge State Park’s Skywalk reopened for fall visitors after rehab work, with construction paused during peak season.
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