AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCoastal Policy Update: Mississippi lawmakers met in Biloxi for a post-session briefing, highlighting Gulf Coast Restoration Fund wins that were left unfunded in 2025, plus approval of insurance mitigation and the new Strengthen Mississippi Homes Act (roof reinforcement grants for about 1,500 homeowners a year). Port & Infrastructure Focus: Speakers also pointed to the port’s role as Hancock County’s economic engine, while lawmakers discussed remaining infrastructure priorities for South Mississippi. Industry Expansion: Azuria Water Solutions is expanding in Batesville with an $80M Fusible PVC Pipe facility expected to create 50 jobs and begin operations in early 2027. Road Work Alert: MoDOT plans a lane reduction on I-57 in Mississippi County for pavement repairs from May 26 to June 5. Food & Health: USDA added more frozen pizza and snack items to a public health alert tied to a dairy recall, urging consumers not to eat affected products.
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