Elections & Voting Access: Florida voters face an Aug. 18 primary registration/party-change deadline, with Broward’s elections chief warning redistricting has reshaped the congressional map. Medicaid Integrity: Gov. Ron DeSantis announced a Medicaid fraud crackdown featuring provider screening, high-risk enrollment limits, and statewide revalidation. Public Safety & Courts: DeSantis signed the Officer Jason Raynor Act, creating mandatory life without parole for killing a law enforcement officer. Education Policy: A new Florida law requires fifth graders to complete a cursive proficiency test. Local Government: DeSantis appointed Rita Pritchett to the Brevard County Commission, and Brevard’s tourism board meets July 22 in Viera. Environment & Wildlife: The Trump administration finalized a rule weakening how “harm” is defined under the Endangered Species Act by removing habitat destruction from the definition. Cybersecurity: Ransomware payment trends show more victims paying and higher demands, deepening debate over whether to pay. Florida Citrus: A final federal rule modernizes the pasteurized orange juice Brix standard, a win for Florida growers. Nonprofits: Ridge Area Arc named Candra Walker director of development, and Gainesville’s Taurean Green launched a charity golf tournament for youth sports camps.