AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoVaccines & schools: President Trump signed an executive order urging changes to the childhood vaccine schedule, but Florida pediatric groups say they’re not planning immediate changes; legal experts warn states could face court fights and that most Florida families won’t see quick shifts. Gun policy: A federal injunction took effect in Texas allowing unregistered silencers, signaling a potential broader shift in suppressor regulation nationwide. Florida primary politics: With Tuesday’s Aug. 18 primary looming, voters will decide Florida’s governor nominees and other key races; election officials also warned some Keys precinct results could be delayed because landline/fax lines were removed. Election integrity & access: Florida reminded voters not to “over vote” for governor due to ballot wording that says “Governor and Lieutenant Governor (Vote for one),” and replacement ballots are available if mistakes happen. Public health & misinformation: A homophobic text in CD 24 falsely claimed Sen. Shevrin Jones was HIV-positive and blamed Equality Florida; Jones and Equality Florida condemned it and are investigating. Local government: Marathon’s city council appears set to move forward with interim manager/attorney Steve Williams as the permanent city manager after finalists withdrew. Nonprofits: One More Child named Dr. Leon Battle regional president for Tampa Bay to expand foster care, anti-trafficking, and child hunger services. Economy & housing: A new mortgage “how-to” guide highlights the upfront document and credit steps Florida buyers should expect before closing.
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