AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWorkforce & Training: Charlotte County broke ground on a Southwest Florida Advanced Manufacturing Training Center at the Enterprise Charlotte Airport Park, backed by a $1.75M state budget line, aiming to deliver hands-on instruction and industry credentials for students and adult learners. EV Charging Buildout: IONNA is expanding its branded charging network in Florida, including standalone “Rechargery” sites and partner locations, with a focus on reliability and high-amenity driver stops. Local Business Growth: FIU’s Florida SBDC will host “Business At Its Best” awards in Miami-Dade and the Keys, spotlighting manufacturers and logistics firms among honorees. Policy Watch (Florida): Gov. DeSantis signed multiple bills, including SB 1074’s “nearest nickel” cash rounding option that could affect everyday retail checkout math. Regulatory Fight (National, Florida-linked): Florida is among states joining a lawsuit challenging California’s plastics packaging law, arguing it raises costs and burdens manufacturers nationwide. Energy/Industry (National): XCF Global says its New Rise Renewables Reno facility is progressing through reformer startup and catalyst activation steps toward initial renewable fuel production.
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