AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoData Centers & Local Power/Water Strain: A new Wells Fargo tracker says active U.S. data center moratoriums have jumped to 374, up from 92 in June, as communities push back over electricity costs, grid capacity, water use, and local impacts—highlighting Iowa among the states with the most restrictions. National Parks Funding Blocked: The Trump administration has blocked 130+ national park partnership projects, putting at least $25 million on hold, including wildfire work, habitat protection, historic preservation, and Denali sled-dog care. Iowa Flood Recovery (FEMA): Sioux County Conservation Board projects at Sandy Hollow Recreation Area are getting another FEMA Public Assistance boost—$137,026—for rebuilding damaged indoor archery/BB range facilities and storage after 2024 flooding. Invasive Pest Alert: Spotted lanternflies are spreading across 22 states, with Iowa among the farthest west reports, and officials are urging people to kill them on sight to protect crops and vineyards. Water Quality in Iowa Politics: A new coalition campaign and polling keep water quality and cancer concerns front-and-center for Iowa voters ahead of November.
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