AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoFlorida Politics: President Trump nominated Florida House Speaker Daniel Perez to be ambassador to Brazil, with the pick still needing Senate confirmation. Diplomacy & Florida Ties: Trump also nominated former Florida Lt. Gov. Jennifer Johnson-Carroll as ambassador to Trinidad and Tobago. State Budget: Florida lawmakers passed a $114.5B budget after a contentious, overtime-heavy process, with Democrats criticizing voucher spending and Republicans touting education and public safety investments. Property Taxes: Voters will decide in November on a major homestead tax break/property tax cut plan, and local leaders in Southwest Florida warn it could force service cuts or higher rates. Public Safety & Health: Florida scientists reported the first documented case of vultures eating invasive Burmese python eggs in Broward County. Space Coast Watch: NASA says Blue Origin’s damaged New Glenn launchpad may not be restored until 2028, threatening Moon timeline plans. Weather & Preparedness: FloodReadyFlorida.com launched to help residents prepare for inland flooding ahead of hurricane season. Business: Fortegra’s acquisition by South Korea’s DB Insurance is complete, with the Jacksonville-based insurer keeping its leadership and operating independently.
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