Last night, Governor DeSantis closed out the 2020 Legislative Session by signing 94 pieces of legislation, including four key bills sponsored by Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) reforming the child welfare system, preventing predatory physicians from practicing after being charged with crimes against kids, ushering forth bicycle and pedestrian safety, and ensuring sex abuse survivors are met with trauma-informed responses. [Read more…] about Governor Signs Four Book Bills Protecting Children, Bicyclists, and Sexual Assault Survivors
Key Child Welfare Legislation Signed Into Law
Legislation seeks to reduce trauma related to
inconsistent transition and sibling placement
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed into law Senate Bill 80, Child Welfare, sponsored by Senator Jason Brodeur (R-Sanford). The legislation increases protections and consistency for children in out-of-home care. [Read more…] about Key Child Welfare Legislation Signed Into Law
APCIA Thanks and Applauds Governor DeSantis for Vetoing Senate Bill 54, Protecting Florida Drivers from Increased Auto Insurance Costs
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) today issued the following statement, attributed to its assistant vice president of state government relations Logan McFaddin, regarding Florida Governor Ron DeSantis vetoing Senate Bill 54, relating to Motor Vehicle Insurance. [Read more…] about APCIA Thanks and Applauds Governor DeSantis for Vetoing Senate Bill 54, Protecting Florida Drivers from Increased Auto Insurance Costs
FAMU Announces Schedule Of Services For Former President Frederick S. Humphries
Florida A&M University (FAMU) will host a memorial service for former President Dr. Frederick S. Humphries, Sr. at 1 p.m. Saturday, July 10 at the Alfred Lawson Jr. Multipurpose Center, 1800 Wahnish Way. [Read more…] about FAMU Announces Schedule Of Services For Former President Frederick S. Humphries
Florida DBPR Releases Results of Annual Quota Alcoholic Beverage License Drawing
62 selected entrants from the 2020 entry period now have
45 days to apply for a license in the county where selected
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s (DBPR) Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco today conducted the public drawing for quota alcoholic beverage licenses available from the 2020 entry period. [Read more…] about Florida DBPR Releases Results of Annual Quota Alcoholic Beverage License Drawing
2021 “People First” Report Card for Florida Lawmakers Released
Which state legislators put people ahead of powerful special interests
and which did not? Find out at www.FloridaReportCard.com.
Progress Florida and Florida Watch today unveiled the 2021 “People First” Report Card grading lawmakers on many of the most prominent floor votes cast during the 2021 legislative session. [Read more…] about 2021 “People First” Report Card for Florida Lawmakers Released
Mast Urges Administration To Prioritize Afghan Interpreters
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) today joined XX of his colleagues to urge the Biden Administration to prioritize the safety and security of the nation’s allies in Afghanistan. [Read more…] about Mast Urges Administration To Prioritize Afghan Interpreters
Legislation to Repeal No-Fault Auto Insurance System Goes to Governor; Floridians Have Sent Almost 37,000 Letters Urging Veto
If Signed into Law, Senate Bill 54 Could Increase Auto Insurance
Costs by an Additional $860 Annually for Many Florida Drivers
The Florida Legislature today transmitted Senate Bill 54, which would repeal Florida’s existing personal injury protection “no-fault” auto insurance system without needed legal reforms, to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis for his consideration. [Read more…] about Legislation to Repeal No-Fault Auto Insurance System Goes to Governor; Floridians Have Sent Almost 37,000 Letters Urging Veto
FAMU’s Bragg Memorial Stadium Renovations Ahead of Schedule
Florida A&M University (FAMU) football fans will not have to wait much longer to see the new renovations at Bragg Memorial Stadium. [Read more…] about FAMU’s Bragg Memorial Stadium Renovations Ahead of Schedule
Florida Health Care Association Applauds Governor for Making Personal Care Attendants a Permanent Part of the Long Term Care Workforce
In the face of significant workforce shortages in long term care, the Florida Health Care Association applauds Governor Ron DeSantis for signing legislation that makes the Personal Care Attendant program a permanent part of Florida’s long term care workforce solution. [Read more…] about Florida Health Care Association Applauds Governor for Making Personal Care Attendants a Permanent Part of the Long Term Care Workforce
