With the news that Broward County will be reopening this week, Rep. Chip LaMarca (R-Lighthouse Point), whose district encompasses eastern Broward County and who previously served as a county commissioner, released the following statement: [Read more…] about Rep. Chip LaMarca Statement on Broward County Economy Reopening
First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Nearly $2 Million Emergency Grant to Address Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders in Florida
Funding will help fulfill the increased need for
behavioral health services resulting from COVID-19
First Lady Casey DeSantis today announced that the Department of Children and Families (DCF) has received a $1.9 million emergency grant to address behavioral health disorders resulting from the current public health emergency. [Read more…] about First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Nearly $2 Million Emergency Grant to Address Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders in Florida
Veterans Ride Free to Appointments During COVID-19
The Florida Veterans Foundation today announced its partnership with Uber to create the ‘Veterans Ride Program’ for Florida Veterans who may have limited transportation options when trying to keep essential medical appointments during coronavirus. [Read more…] about Veterans Ride Free to Appointments During COVID-19
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Opening of the I-4/S.R. 408 Interchange Ramps Three Months Ahead of Schedule
Corridor safety and mobility enhanced, travel times in heart of Florida reduced
As a result of his directive to accelerate work on the I-4 Ultimate project due to decreased volume in traffic as a result of COVID-19, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) today announced the opening of five new Interstate 4 (I-4)/State Road (S.R.) 408 flyover ramps. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Opening of the I-4/S.R. 408 Interchange Ramps Three Months Ahead of Schedule
Patricia Sigman Endorsed by Equality Florida Action PAC for Senate District 9
Patricia Sigman has today been endorsed by Equality Florida Action PAC, the advocacy arm of Equality Florida, in her campaign for Senate District 9. [Read more…] about Patricia Sigman Endorsed by Equality Florida Action PAC for Senate District 9
Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez Endorsed by Florida Conservation Voters, Sierra Club Florida, & the Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
In recognition of his strong track record of support for policies that protect and preserve Florida’s natural environment, Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez (D-Miami) has received the endorsement of Florida Conservation Voters, Sierra Club Florida, and the Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida. [Read more…] about Senator Jose Javier Rodriguez Endorsed by Florida Conservation Voters, Sierra Club Florida, & the Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida
Federal Waivers to Serve School Meals During COVID-19 School Closures Extended to August 31
The U.S. Department of Agriculture today announced the extension of three nationwide waivers through August 31, 2020, giving child nutrition program operators including the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) the flexibility to continue feeding children during COVID-19. [Read more…] about Federal Waivers to Serve School Meals During COVID-19 School Closures Extended to August 31
Senate Democrats Urge the Legislature to Hold Special Session & Work for the People of Florida
Senate Democratic Leader Designate Gary Farmer (D-Lighthouse Point), Senator Perry Thurston (D-Fort Lauderdale), Senator Jason Pizzo (D-Miami), and Senator Victor Torres (D-Kissimmee) today held a press conference on getting to work for the people of Florida at the steps of the Old Capitol in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about Senate Democrats Urge the Legislature to Hold Special Session & Work for the People of Florida
Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) continues to take all necessary precautions related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida. [Read more…] about Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
New Date for Temporary Roundabout and Signal Shutoff at Okeechobee Boulevard and Jog Road in Palm Beach County
The intersection of S.R. 704/Okeechobee Boulevard and Jog Road in Palm Beach County will temporarily switch to a one-lane roundabout from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m on May 30, 2020 as part of a joint Palm Beach County and FDOT hurricane preparedness exercise. [Read more…] about New Date for Temporary Roundabout and Signal Shutoff at Okeechobee Boulevard and Jog Road in Palm Beach County
