AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoWorkforce & Skills: Delaware is expanding digital skills training with Grow with Google, adding free, flexible Google career certificates and AI courses (cybersecurity, data analytics, IT support, project management and more) aimed at closing the digital-skills gap for in-demand jobs. Corporate Law & Deals: Delaware’s new ABC Act (SB 267) modernizes the state’s assignment for benefit of creditors rules, giving private, court-supervised wind-down options that could matter immediately for PE sponsors and Delaware-based portfolio companies. Cannabis Regulation: Sussex County retail cannabis zoning is set to loosen after lawmakers overrode Gov. Matt Meyer’s veto, pushing localities to relax restrictions that have slowed store openings. Utilities & Cost Pressure: The Delaware Public Service Commission approved an interim electric rate increase for Delmarva Power, effective July 9, while commissioners signaled they want more information on reasonableness. Public Safety (Heat): With an extreme heat wave in Delaware, agencies are opening cooling centers and residents are being reminded to take practical steps to stay safe. Local Business & Community: Delaware’s film tax credit is being pitched as an economic jobs engine, arguing productions can quickly boost local vendors and employment. Sports/Entertainment: Delaware readers also get a national holiday watch list, including Macy’s 4th of July fireworks and Nathan’s Hot Dog Contest coverage.
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