AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoUtility Fight: New Jersey and other states are pushing back hard on electricity rate hikes tied to the AI boom, with officials arguing residents are paying for utility profits while regulators approve big upgrades. Local Fixes: In Atlantic City Electric’s case, thousands of customers reportedly got shockingly wrong bills due to a printing and billing system error—rates were frozen, but the numbers weren’t. Jobs & College: NJ college grads are facing a bleak hiring market, with many choosing gap years or career pivots as employers favor experienced workers. Housing Growth: Ocean County is among the counties seeing a building boom, adding thousands of new homes in recent years. Policy Watch: New Jersey’s controversial ABC test worker-classification rule is moving forward, keeping the gig-work debate front and center. Health & Safety: A New Jersey-linked red-meat allergy case is driving more tick-related tracking efforts in Pennsylvania. Community & Culture: Rutgers commencement photos and Ocean County growth stories mix with local arts news, including Jersey City’s Voices festival and MPAC’s Frozen run.
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