AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoDrought Emergency: The U.S. government has declared a drought disaster for the U.S. Virgin Islands, with St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix in extreme drought and no quick relief in sight—opening the door for farmers and agricultural producers to apply for emergency federal loans. Tourism & Marine Safety: In the wider cruise economy, the British Virgin Islands issued a marine safety warning after recording 20 marine accidents this year, with collisions and groundings making up 90% of cases—an industry reminder that charter growth still depends on safe navigation and preparation. Local Infrastructure & Construction: On St. Croix, the Arthur A. Richards PreK-8 School opened after a multiyear rebuild tied to hurricane damage, featuring solar power, water storage, and a gym designed to serve as a storm shelter. Maritime Industry Funding: U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy highlighted MARAD’s $35.1 million push for shipyards nationwide, with the U.S. Virgin Islands included among the 24 states supported. Consumer Tech Settlement: A multistate antitrust settlement over Google Play app distribution and billing could send automatic restitution payments to eligible consumers in the U.S. Virgin Islands.
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