FDLE agents arrested Robert T. Jen, 82, of Tampa, on 10 counts of possession of child sexual abuse material in violation of Florida State Statute 827.071(5). [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Tampa man for possession of child sexual abuse material
New report: Dogs are affected by COVID-19 – Florida is ranked #2 in dog bites
There are an estimated 90 million dogs living in U.S. households. [Read more…] about New report: Dogs are affected by COVID-19 – Florida is ranked #2 in dog bites
Senate Unanimously Passes Balanced Budget, Ensures Significant Reserves as Economy Recovers
Key investments in child welfare, minimum wage – New infrastructure plan mitigates impacts of sea level rise, provides affordable housing options, enhances wastewater programs
The Florida Senate today unanimously passed Senate Bill 2500, the General Appropriations Act, a proposed state budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year, and also passed the implementing bill and conforming bills associated with a balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year. [Read more…] about Senate Unanimously Passes Balanced Budget, Ensures Significant Reserves as Economy Recovers
Senate Passes Legislation to Stabilize Florida’s Property Insurance Market
Legislation clarifies roof coverage options, creates two-year filing period for claims
The Florida Senate today passed Senate Bill 76, Property Insurance, by Senator Jim Boyd (R-Bradenton). [Read more…] about Senate Passes Legislation to Stabilize Florida’s Property Insurance Market
Senate Passes Comprehensive Plan to Invest in Florida’s Infrastructure
The Florida Senate today passed Senate Bill 2512, Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions, and Senate Bill 2514, Resilient Florida Trust Fund. [Read more…] about Senate Passes Comprehensive Plan to Invest in Florida’s Infrastructure
Senate Passes Legislation to Expedite Water Storage North of Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Senate today unanimously passed Senate Bill 2516, Water Storage North of Lake Okeechobee. [Read more…] about Senate Passes Legislation to Expedite Water Storage North of Lake Okeechobee
Florida Senate Passes Bill Addressing Insurance Cost Drivers
Personal Insurance Federation of Florida Applauds Work to Restore Balance
The Florida Senate today passed a bill that addresses litigation cost drivers in the property insurance market and helps restore balance to Florida’s civil justice system. [Read more…] about Florida Senate Passes Bill Addressing Insurance Cost Drivers
APCIA Applauds Florida Senate for Passing Property Insurance Reforms to Help Stabilize Florida Market
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 the passage of Senate Bill 76 (Residential Property Insurance) by the Florida Senate. [Read more…] about APCIA Applauds Florida Senate for Passing Property Insurance Reforms to Help Stabilize Florida Market
Mast Demands Answers From The Army Corps Regarding “Indefinite” Discharges From Lake Okeechobee
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) today asked the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers whether they would continue discharging water from Lake Okeechobee to the St. Lucie if the water tests above the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standard of what is considered safe for humans. [Read more…] about Mast Demands Answers From The Army Corps Regarding “Indefinite” Discharges From Lake Okeechobee
FAMU Mourns the Passing of Alum U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings
Florida A&M University (FAMU) mourns the death of alumnus, U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings, whose career as a civil rights attorney and a public servant spanned more than half a century. [Read more…] about FAMU Mourns the Passing of Alum U.S. Rep. Alcee Hastings
