AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoCash App Crackdown: Mississippi AG Anthony G. Brown announced a $45 million multistate settlement with Block over alleged deceptive practices and weak fraud protections tied to Cash App, with claims the company misled users about safety and recovery. Robocall Push: Multiple state attorneys general, including Mississippi’s Liz Murrill, urged the FCC to tighten rules that block scammers from buying access to legitimate phone numbers used for fraud. Mississippi Tax Relief: Mississippi’s tax-free weekend for school supplies, clothing and shoes runs July 10–12, with the $100-per-item limit and exclusions for layaway and some financing. Local Business Growth: Ocean Springs named 16 Main Street facade grant winners to boost downtown storefronts and economic vitality. Manufacturing in Mississippi: Nissan marked a production milestone at its Canton plant, projecting continued growth for the Frontier. Infrastructure Dollars: D’Iberville received $5 million in federal BUILD funding for the Mallett Road multimodal improvement project. Workforce & Training: A Jasper County manufacturer highlighted in-house training to close the skilled labor gap. Housing Watch: A national report flags Florida’s outsized share of homes for sale, while experts say the market may be stabilizing rather than collapsing.
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