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Consumer Alert: Beware of Coronavirus Scams

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Learn how to protect yourself by securing your personal financial information

CFO Patronis and Commissioner Weigel want Floridians to know that scammers are preying on Floridians’ fears surrounding COVID-19, taking advantage of unsuspecting victims while emotions are high and there is a sense of urgency surrounding this public health crisis. [Read more…] about Consumer Alert: Beware of Coronavirus Scams

FDOT Furthers the Implementation of Executive Order 20-86 at Florida/Georgia Line on I-95

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Interstate commerce not impacted

With the primary goal of keeping Floridians safe and to further the implementation of Executive Order 20-86 issued on March 27, 2020 by Governor Ron DeSantis, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in coordination with the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), is implementing an additional checkpoint for motorists entering Florida from Georgia on I-95. [Read more…] about FDOT Furthers the Implementation of Executive Order 20-86 at Florida/Georgia Line on I-95

Commissioner Fried Advising Farmers to Utilize New Flexibilities on Crop Insurance Due to COVID-19

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Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is today advising farmers to utilize new flexibilities for crop insurance announced by the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA). [Read more…] about Commissioner Fried Advising Farmers to Utilize New Flexibilities on Crop Insurance Due to COVID-19

Congress Passes Legislation To Provide Individuals, Small Businesses With Financial Support

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Individuals Will Receive Up To $1,200 Plus $500 Per Child
Bill Includes $350 Billion To Aid Small Businesses In Keeping Employees On Payroll

The U.S. House of Representatives today passed legislation to help combat the coronavirus, as well as provide economic aid to individuals and families. With U.S. Congressman Brian Mast’s (FL-18) support the bill includes direct payments to individuals of up to $1,200 plus $500 per child. [Read more…] about Congress Passes Legislation To Provide Individuals, Small Businesses With Financial Support

Governor Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran Announce Next Phase of Florida Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant Awardees

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Funding supports expansion of local apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs

In view of helping to mitigate the economic impact of COVID-19 on the state economy, Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran are excited to announce the next phase of funding for the Florida Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis and Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran Announce Next Phase of Florida Pathways to Career Opportunities Grant Awardees