AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoInvestment: New Jersey submitted the maximum 130 census tracts for federal Opportunity Zone designation, aiming to attract investment in housing, local businesses and community revitalization. Consumer Data: The state will receive $8.9 million from General Motors’ $220 million multistate settlement over allegations it shared drivers’ data with insurance-related firms; GM must obtain clear consent before collecting or disclosing driving and location information. Film and TV: A $450 million studio and mixed-use development is proposed for Pitman’s mostly vacant former Sony plant, potentially bringing production jobs and new commercial activity to South Jersey. Permitting: The Sherrill administration says it has reduced permitting backlogs and launched a public dashboard to track progress. Agriculture and Manufacturing: New Jersey’s cranberry harvest is up, though Thanksgiving prices remain uncertain; separately, NJEDA approved a manufacturing award to support Amneal Pharmaceuticals’ state expansion. Industrial Property: Warehouse demand is strengthening as New Jersey’s industrial vacancy shifts, pointing to continued interest in distribution space.
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