Trade & Industry: The Connecticut-Puerto Rico Trade Commission says it’s moving from meetings to action, using the island’s drought response as a model while targeting new opportunities across economy, tourism, housing, education, healthcare, and energy. Energy & Power Costs: Puerto Rico’s Energy Bureau ordered LUMA and Genera PR to appear Sept. 28 to explain the drivers behind a proposed six-cent electricity rate hike, demanding month-by-month breakdowns of fuel and power cost components. Healthcare Pricing: Puerto Rico is set to join the Trump Most Favored Nation Medicaid drug-pricing model, but critics warn the program’s savings are hard to verify because key contract terms remain confidential. Local Governance & Public Safety: Camuy approved an ordinance banning alcohol consumption at gas stations and nearby areas, with fines for violations while allowing licensed sales to continue. Higher Education: UPR Carolina suspended faculty promotions for 2026-2027 after a $710,384 operating budget cut, reflecting systemwide fiscal pressure. Economic Development: A Q&A argues Puerto Rico needs a new economic model that links education, tourism, tech, and infrastructure to building productive businesses and retaining talent. Hurricane Maria Aftermath: Nine years after Maria, Puerto Rico still relies on federal recovery funds, with leaders saying the recovery timeline can take decades.