Defense Spending Watch: Congress weighs a major boost to Pentagon funding, with Texas, California and Virginia historically pulling in the most federal defense dollars—good news for some states, but a reminder that Florida’s defense footprint depends on where contracts land. Food Safety & Recalls: Walmart-linked Bettergoods pistachio nut butter is recalled in 19 states, including Florida, after Florida agriculture testing found Salmonella in jars (no illnesses reported). Public Health Access: A study finds more than a quarter of people starting buprenorphine for opioid use disorder never pick up the prescription—pharmacy access is becoming a bigger failure point. Florida Environment & Industry: Florida’s PFAS firefighting-foam transition deadline is July 1, 2029, but Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport says it’s ahead of schedule. Manufacturing/Tech in Florida: EU Motors plans exclusive stator production and automated robotic assembly at its Hallandale Beach facility, targeting 350,000+ drone motors in 2026. Local Business: Vision Marine Technologies appoints a new general manager for its Nautical Ventures Florida retail/service platform.