AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHealthcare Expansion: The Ensign Group says it expanded into Florida by acquiring eight post-acute and rehabilitation operations, including facilities in Sarasota, Jacksonville, Dunedin and others, effective Oct. 1. Politics & Elections: Bernie Sanders plans to deploy part of his $23M war chest to help elect Florida Sen. candidate Angie Nixon, aiming to build grassroots organizing rather than rely on TV ads. Public Safety: In Ocala, an impaired-driver crash killed a mother and son after police allowed the driver to leave minutes earlier; the officer involved is on paid administrative leave. New Florida Laws: Meg’s Law takes effect, banning nitrous oxide sales by smoke shops and vape retailers and adding tougher penalties tied to xylazine trafficking. Local Government Privacy: St. Lucie County’s Flock camera sweep found unpermitted devices with unknown owners, fueling privacy and safety concerns. Cost of Living: Florida gas prices rose week-over-week, while Tri-Rail raised South Florida commuter fares 10% starting Thursday. Health Coverage: A Medicaid switch starting Thursday moves the Children’s Medical Services plan to Molina Healthcare, with parents urged to confirm providers to avoid service gaps.
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