AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoData Center Policy: North Carolina’s House cleared the Ratepayer Protection Act (SB 730), aimed at stopping utility customers from subsidizing data centers; it passed 69-44 with support from two Democrats and two independents formerly Democrats, and now heads to Senate committee work. Energy & Costs: GasBuddy reported Pender County’s cheapest premium gas at $4.64/g (week ending May 30) and Brunswick County’s lowest diesel at $4.95/g, underscoring how global oil and refinery disruptions keep prices jumpy. Workplace AI: A North Carolina software engineer won a rare religious exemption to opt out of using AI at work, arguing it conflicts with her faith and raising concerns about AI’s environmental and moral impact. Health Care: CMS data put Stonecreek Health and Rehabilitation in Asheville at a 2-star overall rating for Q1 2026, with fines and penalties reported. Local Business: Bitty & Beau’s Coffee (Wilmington) launched a lower-cost “Mini Cruiser” mobile franchise model to expand ownership opportunities nationwide. State Economy: A national analysis says North Carolina added 40,300 jobs in Q1 2026 vs. the prior year, trailing only California and Texas for growth.
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