Planning staff proposed a framework to add data centers as conditional uses in I-2 zones with performance standards (noise, lighting, utility protections) and recommended environmental reviews and decommissioning plans; the court asked staff to draft moratorium language to allow ordinance development.

HB259 would require contractors on federally funded broadband projects to give at least one week notice before excavation, immediately stop and repair damage to utilities or reimburse repair costs, and condition final payment on repair completion; committee adopted amendments adding preconstruction coordination and fault rules.

The Arlington Tenant-Landlord Commission approved the RA2 relocation plan covering Buildings 27–34 at Barcroft after a staff presentation on tenant-protection measures, including updated tenant profiles and utility-allowance language to limit residents' exposure to utility-price spikes.

Senate leaders advocate for ratepayer protections and oppose changes to ballot measure language.

An RMI analysis presented to the Utility Consumers Board said a small, targeted share of system costs directed to low-income households can dramatically reduce energy burden. Joe Daniel highlighted arrearage management, disconnection protections, low-income discount rates and percentage-of-income plans as the most effective tools.

EOC proposes safeguards for low-income customers in utility financing to prevent disconnections.

After residents described months-long disconnections and lack of notice, the Finance, Audit and Budget Committee deferred a proposed DeKalb County Water Customer Bill of Rights for 30 days so administration can review a redline version and follow up with affected residents.