The U.S. House of Representatives today passed U.S. Congressman Brian Mast’s (FL-18) legislation, the Secure Border Communications Act, without any opposition. [Read more…] about Mast Bill To Help Improve Border Security Passes House of Representatives
Liberty National Life Insurance Company gives back by donating $25,000 to Step Up For Students Scholarship Program
Liberty National Life Insurance Company, a provider of life and supplemental health insurance, announced on September 25 a $25,000 contribution to Step Up For Students, funding three K-12 scholarships during the 2018-19 school year. The scholarships allow lower-income children the opportunity to attend the school that best meets their learning needs. [Read more…] about Liberty National Life Insurance Company gives back by donating $25,000 to Step Up For Students Scholarship Program
“Before You Vote” Statewide-Televised Gubernatorial Debate Final Details Announced; Planned U.S. Senate Debate Cancelled as Candidates Fail to Commit to Participate
Leadership Florida and the Florida Press Association today announced final plans for the October 24 “Decision 2018: Before You Vote” statewide televised gubernatorial debate between Democratic nominee, Mayor Andrew Gillum, and the Republican nominee, Congressman Ron DeSantis—and any other candidate who may qualify under the project’s criteria. [Read more…] about “Before You Vote” Statewide-Televised Gubernatorial Debate Final Details Announced; Planned U.S. Senate Debate Cancelled as Candidates Fail to Commit to Participate
Human Rights Campaign Endorses David Shapiro for U.S. Congress (FL-16)
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC), the nation’s largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) civil rights organization, today announced its endorsement of David Shapiro (D) in his bid to represent Florida’s 16th Congressional District. [Read more…] about Human Rights Campaign Endorses David Shapiro for U.S. Congress (FL-16)
U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $11 Million in Grants to Modernize and Improve Florida’s Bus Infrastructure
U.S. Transportation Secretary Elaine L. Chao announced today that the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) will award $366.2 million in grants to improve the safety and reliability of America’s bus systems and enhance mobility for transit riders. [Read more…] about U.S. Department of Transportation Announces $11 Million in Grants to Modernize and Improve Florida’s Bus Infrastructure
Cutting-edge research at Florida Poly aims to save babies’ lives
Faculty and student researchers at Florida Polytechnic University are developing a breakthrough method that would result in more accurate maternal and fetal electro-cardiogram (ECG) signals, so that babies can be properly treated for cardiac defects diagnosed before birth. [Read more…] about Cutting-edge research at Florida Poly aims to save babies’ lives
Secretary Detzner Recognizes National Voter Registration Day in Florida
Encourages eligible Floridians to register to vote in the upcoming
General Election by the voter registration deadline on October 9
Secretary of State Ken Detzner recognizes today, September 25, as National Voter Registration Day in Florida and reminds Floridians that the deadline for registering to vote in the upcoming General Election is Tuesday, October 9. [Read more…] about Secretary Detzner Recognizes National Voter Registration Day in Florida
DEO Launches Rebuild Florida, providing $616 Million to Help Floridians Repair and Rebuild Homes Damaged by Hurricane Irma
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today launched Rebuild Florida, a long-term recovery effort, which will provide $616 million to help Florida families whose homes were significantly damaged or destroyed by Hurricane Irma repair or rebuild their homes. [Read more…] about DEO Launches Rebuild Florida, providing $616 Million to Help Floridians Repair and Rebuild Homes Damaged by Hurricane Irma
Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2018 Future of Florida Forum to Feature Florida 2030 Research Release, Women’s Hall of Fame and More
Livestream Available for Media at FloridaChamber.com/ForumLive
Join the Florida Chamber Foundation this week, September 26 and 27 in Orlando, for the 2018 Future of Florida Forum, where Florida’s business community will gather elected officials, legislators, and industry leaders to discuss the issues that matter most to Florida’s long-term future. [Read more…] about Florida Chamber Foundation’s 2018 Future of Florida Forum to Feature Florida 2030 Research Release, Women’s Hall of Fame and More
Caldwell Crosses Million Dollar Mark in General Election Race for Ag. Commissioner
Since capturing the Republican nomination, Commissioner of Agriculture and Consumer Services candidate Matt Caldwell has amassed a war chest of over $1 million in contributions in the three short weeks since the Primary Election. [Read more…] about Caldwell Crosses Million Dollar Mark in General Election Race for Ag. Commissioner
