AGP Executive Report
Last update: 2 hours agoCannabis Regulation Update (USVI): The Office of Cannabis Regulation says licensed cannabis cultivation in the Virgin Islands could start within weeks, with at least two dispensaries potentially opening before the end of 2026—though commercial sales hinge on a product-testing laboratory being operational, which stakeholders say could be ready by October. Public Health & Environment (Caribbean): A new report warns that self-sustaining sargassum seaweed is blanketing Caribbean and Gulf coastlines, with about 27 million metric tons recorded in July—clogging beaches, harming marine life, and raising public health concerns as it rots on shore. Water Safety (Puerto Rico): Puerto Rico’s drought is driving rotating water rationing, leaving more than 180,000 customers without running water for 48-hour periods, with residents relying on water trucks. Food & Animal Health (US): U.S. Customs intercepted a Southern cattle tick nymph arriving from Vietnam at Detroit Metro, a reminder of how quickly animal disease risks can travel. Healthcare Policy (Puerto Rico): Lawmakers are pushing HHS/CMS to improve Medicare Advantage benchmarks for Puerto Rico’s seniors, citing the U.S. Virgin Islands’ current 70% benchmark. Drug Prices (Multi-state): A coalition of states and territories announced a $400 million settlement in principle with Sandoz over alleged generic drug price-fixing, with payments totaling about $469 million if approved.
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