This week, Representative Yvonne Hinson (D-Gainesville) and Senator Audrey Gibson (D-Jacksonville) filed legislation HB1285 and SB1678, establishing the Energy Equity Task Force to recommend appropriate policies for the equitable siting of energy infrastructure throughout the state. [Read more…] about Representative Hinson and Senator Gibson File “Energy Equity Task Force” Bill
Senator Loranne Ausley and Representative Ben Diamond File the Brighter Future Act, Early Learning Scholarship Program
As Florida families struggle to afford rising child care costs, Representative Ben Diamond (D- St. Petersburg) has filed the companion bill to Senator Loranne Ausley’s (D- Tallahassee) “Brighter Future Act.” [Read more…] about Senator Loranne Ausley and Representative Ben Diamond File the Brighter Future Act, Early Learning Scholarship Program
Representative Dan Daley Files Legislation to Allow for Harness Racing in the State of Florida
Representative Dan Daley (D-Coral Springs) has filed HB 1269 Pari-mutuel Wagering. This legislation allows for licensing to conduct harness racing in Florida. [Read more…] about Representative Dan Daley Files Legislation to Allow for Harness Racing in the State of Florida
Joint Media Advisory: Florida Senate, Florida House Opening Day 2022
The Florida Senate and Florida House of Representatives will convene for the Opening Day of the 2022 Regular Session of the Florida Legislature on Tuesday, January 11, 2022, in the Florida Capitol at 400 S. Monroe St. [Read more…] about Joint Media Advisory: Florida Senate, Florida House Opening Day 2022
LeadingAge Florida Applauds Governor DeSantis for Putting Seniors First for COVID Tests
LeadingAge Florida, Florida’s only association representing the entire continuum of care for older adults, issued a statement following Governor Ron DeSantis’ announcement that up to one million rapid tests will be distributed to assisted living facilities and nursing homes. [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Applauds Governor DeSantis for Putting Seniors First for COVID Tests
Representative Bartleman and Senator Rodriguez File Legislation to Expedite Upgrades to South Florida’s Aging Flood Control System Challenged by Sea Level Rise
Representative Robin Bartleman (D-Weston) and Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez (R- Doral) filed HB 513 /SB 1326 – Comprehensive Review Study of the Central and Southern Florida Project in advance of the 2022 legislative session. [Read more…] about Representative Bartleman and Senator Rodriguez File Legislation to Expedite Upgrades to South Florida’s Aging Flood Control System Challenged by Sea Level Rise
FAMU Alum and Professor Take One-Man Show, ‘Sugar Ray’ Off-Broadway
Florida A&M University professor Luther D. Wells and alumnus Reginald L. Wilson are taking “Sugar Ray,” a one-man show about legendary boxer Sugar Ray Robinson to an off-Broadway theater. [Read more…] about FAMU Alum and Professor Take One-Man Show, ‘Sugar Ray’ Off-Broadway
Senator Bobby Powell: On Anniversary Of US Capitol Assault, Attacks On Democracy Continues At State Level, Especially In Florida
As the nation marks the one year anniversary of the attack on the U.S. Capital by mobs of angry Trump supporters, state Senator Bobby Powell (D-West Palm Beach) on Thursday warned that the threat to our democracy continues at the state level, especially here in Florida: [Read more…] about Senator Bobby Powell: On Anniversary Of US Capitol Assault, Attacks On Democracy Continues At State Level, Especially In Florida
Sen. Polsky and Rep. Diamond File Bills to Safeguard Legislative Representation and Ensure Access to Vote-By-Mail Ballots for All Floridians
State Senator Tina Polsky and State Representative Ben Diamond today announced the filing of SB 1586 and HB 1217, respectively, to improve the state’s framework for filling legislative vacancies as well as to streamline and simplify the process by which Floridians may request vote-by-mail ballots. [Read more…] about Sen. Polsky and Rep. Diamond File Bills to Safeguard Legislative Representation and Ensure Access to Vote-By-Mail Ballots for All Floridians
LeadingAge Florida Announces Rhanda McKown as Director of Affordable Housing
LeadingAge Florida announced today that Ms. Rhanda McKown has joined the association as its Director of Affordable Housing. [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Announces Rhanda McKown as Director of Affordable Housing
