Governor Rick Scott today announced that Beast Code LLC, an employee owned and operated software engineering company, has chosen to expand in Fort Walton Beach and will add 40 new jobs. Since December 2010, nearly 1.6 million private-sector jobs have been created in Florida. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: Software Engineering Company, Beast Code, to Create 40 New Jobs
Senate passes sweeping opioid bill
The U.S. Senate today passed a sweeping bill aimed at combating the opioid epidemic.
Included in the measure were several provisions championed by U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.). [Read more…] about Senate passes sweeping opioid bill
Gov. Scott Reappoints Shaun Oxtal to Tampa-Hillsborough County Expressway Authority
Governor Rick Scott today announced the reappointment of Shaun Oxtal to the Tampa-Hillsborough County Expressway Authority. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott Reappoints Shaun Oxtal to Tampa-Hillsborough County Expressway Authority
Gov. Scott: Additional $1.2 Million for Redfish Hatchery Will Help Mitigate Impacts from Red Tide
Governor Rick Scott announced that the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is providing $1.2 million to enhance research and production of redfish at the FWC Stock Enhancement Research Facility at Port Manatee. This funding will help the FWC to address impacts of naturally occurring red tide on redfish populations in coastal marine fisheries. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: Additional $1.2 Million for Redfish Hatchery Will Help Mitigate Impacts from Red Tide
Integrity Florida Report Examines the Hidden Costs of the Charter School Industry
Integrity Florida is releasing a new in-depth report, examining the growth of the charter school sector in Florida and the impact it is having on the state’s public education system as a whole. [Read more…] about Integrity Florida Report Examines the Hidden Costs of the Charter School Industry
MEGA MILLIONS® jackpot rises to $252 million
The MEGA MILLIONS® jackpot has been rolling since July 27, resulting in an estimated $252 million jackpot for the Tuesday, September 18, drawing. Florida players have the chance to become the state’s third MEGA MILLIONS jackpot winner by purchasing a $2 ticket at any of the more than 13,000 Lottery retailers across the state. [Read more…] about MEGA MILLIONS® jackpot rises to $252 million
Rep. Brian Mast Named Chairman of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee
House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Chairman Bill Shuster (R-PA) has named U.S. Rep. Brian Mast (R-FL) to serve as Chairman of the Subcommittee on the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation for the remainder of the 115th Congress. [Read more…] about Rep. Brian Mast Named Chairman of the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee
RPOF Chairman Blaise Ingoglia announces more than $7.6 million raised since primary election
Republican Party of Florida Chairman Blaise Ingoglia today announced that the party has raised more than $7.6 million. [Read more…] about RPOF Chairman Blaise Ingoglia announces more than $7.6 million raised since primary election
Division of Elections Announces Vote-by-Mail Ballot Deadlines for General Election
The Division of Elections announces the following vote-by-mail ballot deadlines for Florida’s upcoming General Election to be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018: [Read more…] about Division of Elections Announces Vote-by-Mail Ballot Deadlines for General Election
Gregory Gets Backing from Florida Chamber
The pro-business group says Gregory’s commitment to creating more jobs and
opportunity in Florida make him the best candidate for House District 73.
The Tommy Gregory Campaign today announced the endorsement of the Florida Chamber of Commerce. Gregory is running for the District 73 seat in the Florida House of Representatives, currently held by Joe Gruters, who is running for the Florida Senate. [Read more…] about Gregory Gets Backing from Florida Chamber
