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The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity today announced Florida’s ‘Return to Work’ initiative. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Announces Florida’s ‘Return to Work’ Initiative
Residents across the Big Bend Area are increasingly satisfied with the community’s response to COVID-19, and willingness to be vaccinated – a central marker in the region’s fight against the relentless pandemic – is on the rise. [Read more…] about Survey Shows Big Bend Residents Are Responding to Efforts to Stop COVID-19
The Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) today launched an improved transparency dashboard bringing accountability and clearer transparency to emergency power plans and the availability of onsite generators for all regulated nursing homes and assisted living facilities (ALFs). [Read more…] about Agency for Health Care Administration Launches Updated Transparency Dashboard for Generator Status
AshBritt, Inc., a national leader in emergency management operations headquartered in South Florida, has teamed up with Best Buddies in Florida to create the Buddy Pass Program, which offers support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities seeking the COVID-19 vaccine. [Read more…] about AshBritt, Best Buddies Create the Buddy Pass to Support Vaccination Experience for Those with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson (R-Trilby) today marked the conclusion of the 2021 Legislative Session, joining Governor Ron DeSantis, House Speaker Chris Sprowls (R-Palm Harbor) and other legislators for the traditional Sine Die Ceremony at the Capitol. [Read more…] about President Simpson Marks the Conclusion of the 2021 Legislative Session
The Florida Senate today passed House Bill 7061, Taxation, sponsored in the Senate by Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez (R-Miami). [Read more…] about Senate Passes Broad-Based Tax Relief Package
HB 7051 passed today on the Senate floor. [Read more…] about Bipartisan Police Reform Bill Passes Florida Legislature
Two bills by Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) which will reform the child welfare system and correct an information gap which leaves youth-serving organizations vulnerable to adults who have sexually abused minors were passed unanimously by the Florida Senate today and will now head to the Governor’s desk for signing into law. [Read more…] about In Final Days of Child Abuse Prevention Month, Senate Sends Child Safety Laws to Governor’s Desk
Senate Bill 2500, the General Appropriations Act, a balanced state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, was finalized this afternoon beginning the constitutionally required 72-hour cooling off period before a vote on Friday, April 30, the final day of the 2021 Regular Session of the Florida Legislature. [Read more…] about Balanced State Budget Makes Key Infrastructure Investments, Ensures Significant Reserves as Economy Recovers
The Florida Senate today passed House Bill 7045, School Choice, sponsored in the Senate by Senator Manny Diaz, Jr. (R-Hialeah). [Read more…] about Senate Passes Legislation to Expand School Choice Options for Florida Families
