AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoMobile River Bridge/Bayway Update: ALDOT and regional partners revised the Mobile River Bridge and Bayway project, splitting it into two phases and setting construction to start by year’s end, with a new Bayway structure coming as funding allows. Public Input: ALDOT is also holding Statewide Transportation Plan meetings in the North Region (July 15) and East Central Region (July 16) to shape Alabama’s transportation priorities through 2050. Consumer Protection: Alabama AG Steve Marshall announced a $45 million multistate settlement with Block (Cash App) over alleged deceptive practices, including claims about fraud protections and account access. Healthcare Access: A national survey says limited access to high-flow home oxygen is delaying hospital discharges, with insurance approvals and supplier availability cited as major barriers. Manufacturing Workforce: Hartselle’s State of Manufacturing event highlighted continued growth but stressed the need for skilled-worker pipelines, with local manufacturers pointing to automation and AI. Energy Policy: TVA’s next energy plan faces renewed scrutiny as the utility leans toward keeping coal and gas plants running longer.
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