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Senator Lauren Book Files Licensure Suspension Bill Following Cases of Predatory South Florida Physicians

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Following child pornography arrest, Broward
pediatrician wants to see patients via telemedicine.

Following the arrests of two predatory physicians in South Florida – including her own children’s pediatrician – Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) has filed a bill to keep Floridians safe pending legal action against these practitioners by suspending licenses after egregious charges have been filed. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Files Licensure Suspension Bill Following Cases of Predatory South Florida Physicians

Governor Ron DeSantis and House Speaker Chris Sprowls Highlight Proposed Legislation to Combat Foreign Influence and Corporate Espionage

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Governor Ron DeSantis was today joined by House Speaker Chris Sprowls and members of the Florida House and Senate to highlight proposed legislation to combat foreign influence and corporate espionage in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis and House Speaker Chris Sprowls Highlight Proposed Legislation to Combat Foreign Influence and Corporate Espionage

APCIA to Focus on Reducing Lawsuit Abuse, Protecting Consumers from Rising Costs During 2021 Florida Legislative Session

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The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) today outlined its top legislative priorities in Florida, which focus on implementing meaningful reforms to rein in widespread lawsuit abuse, protect consumers from rising costs, and help address the challenges facing Florida’s homeowners insurance market. [Read more…] about APCIA to Focus on Reducing Lawsuit Abuse, Protecting Consumers from Rising Costs During 2021 Florida Legislative Session

Major Sports Teams, Organizations & Athletes Unite to Support First Lady Casey DeSantis’ Resiliency Initiative to Empower Florida Students

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Partnerships Include:
 Orlando Magic, Orlando City SC, Orlando Pride, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tampa Bay Rays, Tampa Bay Lightning, Inter Miami CF, Miami Heat, Miami Dolphins, Miami Marlins, Florida Panthers, NASCAR, LPGA
Athletes Endorsing Initiative Include:
David Beckham, Peyton Manning, Lou Holtz, Tony Dungy, Urban Meyer, Crystal Thomas, Ali Marpet, Bryant McFadden, Mark Richt, Twan Russell, Corey Simon, Tra Thomas, Jonathan Vilma, Jonathan Isaac, Charlie Ward, Tyler Johnson, Joey Logano, Brandon Lowe, Chris Mueller
First Lady Casey DeSantis today announced the launch of a resiliency initiative for Florida schools to emphasize key character development skills including volunteerism, teamwork, and problem-solving. Unveiled at Amway Arena, professional sports teams, organizations, and athletes from across Florida are lending their support for these resiliency efforts.

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FWC protections for key fish habitat a ‘step forward’

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Environmental groups see the move as an encouraging sign for ocean health 

In an important step for the health of the Florida Keys reef system, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) announced Friday that they will create a four-month fishing closure of the Western Dry Rocks. [Read more…] about FWC protections for key fish habitat a ‘step forward’

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces More Than $4.6 Million in Rural Infrastructure Awards to 12 Communities in Northwest Florida Impacted by Hurricane Michael

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Governor Ron DeSantis today announced more than $4.6 million in awards to communities in Northwest Florida that were impacted by Hurricane Michael through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s (DEO) Rural Infrastructure Fund (RIF).

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