SB 7070 Supports Teachers, Expands Choice Options and Student Support Services
The Florida Senate today passed SB 7070, K-12 Education. [Read more…] about Senate Passes Legislation to Empower Families, Elevate Neighborhood Public Schools
Florida A&M University and the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative Announce Recipients of Medical Marijuana Research Grants
Florida A&M University (FAMU) today awarded 14 grants totaling $98,000 to more than 20 faculty members to conduct research on marijuana as it impacts diverse minority communities. [Read more…] about Florida A&M University and the Medical Marijuana Education and Research Initiative Announce Recipients of Medical Marijuana Research Grants
Florida House Passes Bill Putting Florida Citizens Back in Charge of Florida’s Constitution
The Florida House of Representatives today passed a bill that will help ensure Floridians are in charge of the Florida Constitution, not out-of-state billionaire special interests, the Florida Chamber of Commerce said. [Read more…] about Florida House Passes Bill Putting Florida Citizens Back in Charge of Florida’s Constitution
FAMU Outlines Efforts to Prevent Sexual Assault on Campus
Florida A&M University’s Office of Student Activities hosted #MeToo founder Tarana Burke and her colleagues on April 19, as part of the #MeToo HBCU Tour. [Read more…] about FAMU Outlines Efforts to Prevent Sexual Assault on Campus
CFO Jimmy Patronis to Congress: The Panhandle Desperately Needs Hurricane Michael Relief Funding Now
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis sent a letter to Congressional leadership (Leader Mitch McConnell, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Leader Chuck Schumer, Leader Kevin McCarthy) today requesting immediate action on the passage of a Hurricane Michael relief bill to aid in the recovery efforts for the Florida Panhandle. [Read more…] about CFO Jimmy Patronis to Congress: The Panhandle Desperately Needs Hurricane Michael Relief Funding Now
First Lady Casey DeSantis and Governor Ron DeSantis Attend Annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Event at Florida Capitol with their Children Madison and Mason
First Lady Casey DeSantis and Governor Ron DeSantis, along with their children Madison and Mason, welcomed more than 500 children, parents and mentors at the Florida Capitol today during Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day. [Read more…] about First Lady Casey DeSantis and Governor Ron DeSantis Attend Annual Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day Event at Florida Capitol with their Children Madison and Mason
S.R. 436 between I-4 and Cranes Roost Boulevard Closing at Midnight April 26
Nighttime Closure Limits Access to and from the I-4 interchange
State Road (S.R.) 436 between Interstate 4 (I-4) and Cranes Roost Boulevard is closing at midnight through 5 a.m. as soon as April 26. [Read more…] about S.R. 436 between I-4 and Cranes Roost Boulevard Closing at Midnight April 26
Mast Introduces Legislation To Make Hepatitis A Vaccine Free In At-Risk Areas
Florida Has Designated Martin and Palm Beach Counties As High-Risk Zones
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) today introduced legislation, called the Hepatitis Exposure Prevention Act (or HEP A), to increase access to the hepatitis A vaccination by directing the Secretary of Health and Human Services to administer the vaccine for free in communities designated by the Governor of a state as at risk of a hepatitis A outbreak. [Read more…] about Mast Introduces Legislation To Make Hepatitis A Vaccine Free In At-Risk Areas
UNF Creating National Nursing Leaders as Fourth Student Elected NSNA President
Douglas Davis, a senior in the Brooks College of Health’s School of Nursing at the University of North Florida, was recently elected president of the National Student Nurses’ Association, the nation’s largest pre-professional membership organization. [Read more…] about UNF Creating National Nursing Leaders as Fourth Student Elected NSNA President
Broxson Applauds Passage of AOB Reform Bill
Governor Ron DeSantis is expected to sign SB 122, which addresses
ongoing abuse that has contributed to higher insurance costs for
both residential and commercial consumers in the state
Senator Doug Broxson today made the statement below following passage of Senate Bill 122, a committee substitute for House Bill 7065, which passed the House earlier this month. Broxson, who chairs the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee, sponsored the bill, which now heads to Governor Ron DeSantis’s desk. [Read more…] about Broxson Applauds Passage of AOB Reform Bill
