Attorney General Ashley Moody’s Office today joined the United States Department of Justice, the Federal Trade Commission and other state attorneys general in a nationwide sweep to stop tech support scams. [Read more…] about Florida Joins Nationwide Sweep to Stop Tech Support Scams
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Governor Ron DeSantis Calls for Bold Action, Delivers Aspirational Message During State of the State Address
Governor Ron DeSantis today delivered his first State of the State address to a joint session of Florida’s legislature, outlining his vision and priorities for the future of Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Calls for Bold Action, Delivers Aspirational Message During State of the State Address
Florida Supreme Court Grants Governor DeSantis’ Request to Impanel Statewide Grand Jury on School Safety
The Florida Supreme Court today issued an order directing the impanelment of a statewide grand jury on school safety. This comes after Governor DeSantis filed a petition with the court requesting the grand jury on February 13, 2019. [Read more…] about Florida Supreme Court Grants Governor DeSantis’ Request to Impanel Statewide Grand Jury on School Safety
Commissioner Fried Encourages Public, Non-Profits to Participate in Food Recovery Program
With food insecurity continuing to rise, Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried is encouraging non-profit organizations and volunteers to participate in the Food Recovery Program. [Read more…] about Commissioner Fried Encourages Public, Non-Profits to Participate in Food Recovery Program
Senate Education Leaders Announce 2019 Priorities
Senators Discuss Legislation to Improve Safety, Empower
Families, Elevate Neighborhood Public Schools
Senator Manny Diaz, Jr. (R-Hialeah Gardens), Chair of the Senate Committee on Education, Senator Kelli Stargel (R-Lakeland), Chair of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Education, and Senate President Pro Tempore David Simmons (R-Altamonte Springs) today announced key components of legislation the Senate will consider during the 2019 Legislative Session. [Read more…] about Senate Education Leaders Announce 2019 Priorities
Governor Ron DeSantis Asks President Donald Trump to Headquarter United States Space Command in Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis today sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting that the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) be headquartered in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Asks President Donald Trump to Headquarter United States Space Command in Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis Directs FDLE to Prioritize Threat Assessment Strategy
Governor Ron DeSantis today sent a letter to Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Commissioner Rick Swearingen directing FDLE to prioritize the establishment of a threat analysis strategy to ensure that every government entity coordinates and cooperates in identifying and stopping persons on the pathway toward violence from committing such acts. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Directs FDLE to Prioritize Threat Assessment Strategy
Governor Ron DeSantis, Senator Marco Rubio and Senator Rick Scott ask President Trump to Include $200 Million in Construction Funding for Everglades Restoration
As part of his commitment to advocate on behalf of Florida’s environment and water quality, Governor Ron DeSantis today joined Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott asking President Donald Trump to include in the federal budget a sustained annual commitment of $200 million in construction funding for South Florida Ecosystem Restoration (SFER). [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis, Senator Marco Rubio and Senator Rick Scott ask President Trump to Include $200 Million in Construction Funding for Everglades Restoration
Florida DEO to Provide $1.5 Million in Workforce Training to Eligible Floridians Through Everglades Training Program
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today announced $1.5 million in workforce training grants will be awarded to eligible Floridians through the Everglades Training Program. [Read more…] about Florida DEO to Provide $1.5 Million in Workforce Training to Eligible Floridians Through Everglades Training Program
Congressman Gaetz, Bing Energy Investors Continue Pursuit of Justice Over Chinese Theft of Intellectual Property
Florida’s U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz today sharply criticized China for continuing to enable its citizens to steal valuable technology and intellectual property from American businesses, entrepreneurs and investors in “a pattern of thievery that makes China an international outlaw.” [Read more…] about Congressman Gaetz, Bing Energy Investors Continue Pursuit of Justice Over Chinese Theft of Intellectual Property