AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoTourism & Hospitality: Caribbean Media Exchange (CMEx) is set to honor hospitality pioneer Ralph Taylor at its 2026 Leadership Awards and Fundraiser, spotlighting his role in expanding all-inclusive travel across Barbados and St. Lucia. Local Governance: Former USVI Gov. Kenneth Mapp received the territory’s Medal of Honor, with St. Croix’s Route 75 officially named the “Gov. Kenneth E. Mapp Highway.” Legislative & Gaming: USVI’s Labour Day horse races were cancelled after lawmakers sent the Southland Gaming bill back to committee, leaving the racetrack plan in limbo. Agriculture & Disaster Relief: Puerto Rico’s drought disaster declaration unlocks SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans for affected small businesses and agricultural producers—an issue that also matters for regional food supply chains. Digital Safety & Consumer Protection: A major multistate Meta settlement (covering Puerto Rico and the USVI) requires new child-safety measures on Facebook and Instagram, with funds tied to consumer protection. Infrastructure & Utilities: The 36th Legislature advanced key board appointments for WAPA and the Board of Pharmacy, keeping oversight moving on power and health regulation.
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