Rep. Chip LaMarca (R – Lighthouse Point) released the following statement after a press conference with Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday morning in Miami Gardens. Gov. DeSantis has been quoted saying that he thinks it would be a mistake to bring more sick people into south Florida, especially to Broward given what we are dealing with right now. [Read more…] about Florida State Rep. Chip LaMarca: Broward County Commission Must Stop Holland America from Docking at Port Everglades
Government
CFO Patronis Directs Florida to Provide Workers’ Comp Coverage for Public Servants on the Front Line of COVID-19
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis today directed the Division of Risk Management to provide workers’ compensation coverage to state employees who are fighting COVID-19. [Read more…] about CFO Patronis Directs Florida to Provide Workers’ Comp Coverage for Public Servants on the Front Line of COVID-19
Eyeing expected shortfall in Florida medical personnel, Senator Annette Taddeo urges Governor to follow New York’s lead, embrace foreign graduates to treat COVID-19 patients
As the number of coronavirus cases continues to escalate in Florida, state Senator Annette Taddeo (D-Miami) on Monday urged Governor Ron DeSantis to follow New York’s lead and ease current restrictions on foreign graduates of medical schools already in Florida to aid in the state’s emergency response. [Read more…] about Eyeing expected shortfall in Florida medical personnel, Senator Annette Taddeo urges Governor to follow New York’s lead, embrace foreign graduates to treat COVID-19 patients
Florida Virtual School® to Provide 100 Free Digital Courses to All Florida Schools
Following up on the direction of Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner Corcoran to continue education for Florida students, Florida Virtual School (FLVS®) will provide up to 100 free digital courses to all Florida schools for Florida students through the end of the school year. [Read more…] about Florida Virtual School® to Provide 100 Free Digital Courses to All Florida Schools
Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
The Florida National Guard (FLNG), under the direction of Gov. Ron DeSantis, is responding to the needs of the state alongside our interagency partners, helping to protect citizens and guests throughout this crisis. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
Senator Gary Farmer calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
With the number of Covid-19 infections surging and testing data still lagging, state Senator Gary Farmer (D-Lighthouse Point) on Monday called on Governor Ron DeSantis to close non-essential businesses and issue a stay home order to protect the people of Florida. [Read more…] about Senator Gary Farmer calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
Senator Rodriguez Responds to Governor DeSantis’ Regional Safer-At-Home Executive Order
This morning Governor Ron DeSantis announced he will be issuing a regional Safer At Home executive order for Southeast Florida in response to the growing number of confirmed COVID-19 cases. [Read more…] about Senator Rodriguez Responds to Governor DeSantis’ Regional Safer-At-Home Executive Order
Consumer Alert: Beware of Coronavirus Scams
Learn how to protect yourself by securing your personal financial information
CFO Patronis and Commissioner Weigel want Floridians to know that scammers are preying on Floridians’ fears surrounding COVID-19, taking advantage of unsuspecting victims while emotions are high and there is a sense of urgency surrounding this public health crisis. [Read more…] about Consumer Alert: Beware of Coronavirus Scams
FDOT Furthers the Implementation of Executive Order 20-86 at Florida/Georgia Line on I-95
Interstate commerce not impacted
With the primary goal of keeping Floridians safe and to further the implementation of Executive Order 20-86 issued on March 27, 2020 by Governor Ron DeSantis, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in coordination with the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP), is implementing an additional checkpoint for motorists entering Florida from Georgia on I-95. [Read more…] about FDOT Furthers the Implementation of Executive Order 20-86 at Florida/Georgia Line on I-95
SunRail to Run On a Modified Schedule Effective March 31
SunRail will operate on a modified schedule beginning Tuesday, March 31. [Read more…] about SunRail to Run On a Modified Schedule Effective March 31
