AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoMortgage & Banking Watch: Ten state attorneys general sued to block an OCC rule on real estate lending escrow accounts and interest-on-escrow preemption, a fight that could ripple into how lenders handle escrow payments. USVI Public Service: Former Gov. Kenneth Mapp received the Virgin Islands Medal of Honor, and Route 75 was renamed the “Gov. Kenneth E. Mapp Highway,” highlighting ongoing focus on disaster recovery and leadership. Territory Gaming: Labor Day horse races on St. Thomas were cancelled after the Legislature effectively stalled the Southland Gaming horse-racing agreement, leaving the planned Sept. 6 race day without the needed license. Kids Online Safety: Meta agreed to a $17 billion settlement over alleged harm to minors, with Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands included and additional child-safety steps like daily time caps. Caribbean Tourism Leadership: CMEx will honor hospitality pioneer Ralph Taylor at its Dec. 6 leadership awards, spotlighting the region’s all-inclusive tourism growth. Climate & Agriculture: Puerto Rico was declared a drought disaster for 26 municipalities, unlocking emergency loans for farmers and ag producers.
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