This year, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Fresh From Florida program celebrates its 30th anniversary. [Read more…] about “Fresh From Florida” Celebrates 30th Anniversary, $7 Billion in Farm Revenue
FMEA Statement Regarding Passage of Lineworker Specialty License Plate
Statement By:
Amy Zubaly, Executive Director, Florida Municipal Electric Association
Regarding Passage of Lineworker Specialty License Plate Legislation
“We commend the Florida Legislature for today passing legislation that will establish the ‘Thank a Lineman’ specialty license plate, which will generate proceeds used to fund scholarships to train the next generation of skilled lineworkers. [Read more…] about FMEA Statement Regarding Passage of Lineworker Specialty License Plate
Florida Virtual School® Offering School Districts Teacher Training to Prepare for Online Learning Environment in the Event of School Closures
As mentioned in Governor Ron DeSantis’ press briefing on Monday, March 9, 2020, and at the direction of Governor DeSantis, Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has partnered with the Florida Department of Education to offer all school districts student support and teacher professional development tailored to the online learning environment. [Read more…] about Florida Virtual School® Offering School Districts Teacher Training to Prepare for Online Learning Environment in the Event of School Closures
OFR Priority Legislation Protecting Vulnerable Investors Passes Unanimously
This week, Florida House Bill 813 passed unanimously on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate. [Read more…] about OFR Priority Legislation Protecting Vulnerable Investors Passes Unanimously
Governor DeSantis Activates Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Business Damage Assessment Survey can be taken online at floridadisaster.biz
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the activation of the Business Damage Assessment survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s local business operations. [Read more…] about Governor DeSantis Activates Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Posts Draft of Hurricane Michael State Action Plan for Public Comment
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) has posted the draft State Action Plan for the $735 million in federal funding available to Florida through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) program for Hurricane Michael long-term recovery efforts. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Posts Draft of Hurricane Michael State Action Plan for Public Comment
Legislature Passes Children’s Mental Health Bill Aimed at Reducing Number of Children in Crisis
HB 945, the Children’s Mental Health bill, is on its way to Gov. Ron DeSantis’ desk after winning unanimous approval in the Legislature earlier today. [Read more…] about Legislature Passes Children’s Mental Health Bill Aimed at Reducing Number of Children in Crisis
OFR Provides Guidance to Florida Securities Professionals Regarding COVID-19
The Florida Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) today provided guidance to Florida’s securities professionals regarding the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). [Read more…] about OFR Provides Guidance to Florida Securities Professionals Regarding COVID-19
OFR Provides Guidance to Florida State-Chartered Financial Institutions Regarding COVID-19
The Florida Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) today provided informational guidance to Florida’s financial institutions regarding the novel coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). [Read more…] about OFR Provides Guidance to Florida State-Chartered Financial Institutions Regarding COVID-19
MyCareerShines now offering career awareness program for pre-K through 5th grade students
The Florida Virtual Campus is excited to announce that MyCareerShines is now offering Kuder Galaxy, a free online system that allows all students in pre-K through 5th grades to explore their career possibilities through a series of fun games, activities and experiences. [Read more…] about MyCareerShines now offering career awareness program for pre-K through 5th grade students
