AGP Executive Report
Last update: 15 minutes agoAuto & Consumer Protection: Alabama’s AG coalition secured a $694M multistate settlement with Credit Acceptance over predatory auto loans, with required disclosures and limits on dealer “packing” of unwanted GAP/VSC products. Ports & Supply Chain: The Alabama Port Authority flagged “serious concerns” in the federal review of the Union Pacific–Norfolk Southern merger, warning it could raise costs and disrupt rail-dependent industries. Infrastructure: Alabama sold revenue bonds for the Mobile River bridge project and finalized federal low-interest loan terms, with Phase One construction described as fully funded. Energy Policy: Sen. Tommy Tuberville co-sponsored the Ratepayer Protection Act aimed at stopping data centers from driving up power bills for families and small businesses. AI & Health: UA researchers outlined “health-literate AI” principles—comprehension, agency, accountability, and proportionality—for safer, more useful AI-driven health communication. Workforce & Training: Be Pro Be Proud and Meta launched a 10th anniversary Mobile Workshop Tour with 10 stops across Alabama and other states to connect students to technical careers. Local Business: Kroger stopped selling Red Bull at Alabama stores and fuel centers, replacing it with competing energy brands. Aviation Outlook: Mobile Airport leaders say electric air-taxi service is coming “just a matter of when,” pending airport infrastructure changes.
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