Wildlife & Public Safety: A deadly alligator attack in Seminole County is prompting a new federal “GATOR Act” proposal from Rep. Greg Steube, calling for a study of whether older federal rules affect Florida’s ability to manage nuisance alligators near homes and private waterways. Water & Conservation: Florida Fish and Wildlife officers rescued an American oystercatcher fledgling from a Tampa canal and released it on land for a quick reunion with its parents. Water Use & Training: Alachua County is partnering on Florida Water Star Accredited Professional training for irrigation pros, aiming to cut waste as the county faces an extreme water shortage. Local Land-Use & Housing: Sarasota County is facing four Live Local Act lawsuits from developers seeking to move forward workforce and affordable housing projects, with the county pushing to dismiss. Climate/Health Research: UF researchers developed a new tree to combat citrus greening, and EPA approved a rollout of more than 300,000 resistant rootstock trees. Data Centers & Growth Debate: North Port advanced an 18-month data center moratorium on new applications while allowing ongoing review, after a packed public hearing. Environmental Compliance: Tierra Verde Marina received a DEP warning letter tied to submerged lands lease violations, including public-access requirements for wet slips. Invasive Species/Outdoor Risk: A Florida lawmaker is also pushing for the “GATOR Act” after a woman was killed by an alligator, tying wildlife management to changing development patterns.