Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Broward) reacts to the historic confirmation of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson as the next Supreme Court Justice for the United State of America: [Read more…] about Florida Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book Reacts to Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson’s Historic Confirmation as Next Supreme Court Justice
Government
Representative Willhite’s Step-Therapy Protocols Bill Signed into Law
Yesterday, HB 459 – Step-Therapy Protocols sponsored by Representative Matt Willhite (D – Wellington) and Senator Gayle Harrell (R – Stuart) was signed into law by Governor DeSantis. [Read more…] about Representative Willhite’s Step-Therapy Protocols Bill Signed into Law
Florida Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book Reacts to Signing of Donor Milk Bank Bill
Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Broward) reacts to the Governor’s signing of her bill, SB 1770: Donor Human Milk Bank Services, into Florida this evening: [Read more…] about Florida Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book Reacts to Signing of Donor Milk Bank Bill
Governor DeSantis Signs Senator Ileana Garcia’s Legislation to Defend Patient Visitation Rights
The “No Patient Left Alone Act” protects patient visitation rights and
guarantees patients can be supported by their loved ones in critical times.
Senator Ileana Garcia (R-Miami), Chair of the Senate Committee on Children, Families and Elder Affairs, today joined Governor Ron DeSantis as he signed Senate Bill 988, In-person Visitation, by Senator Garcia, into law. [Read more…] about Governor DeSantis Signs Senator Ileana Garcia’s Legislation to Defend Patient Visitation Rights
Florida Health Care Association Applauds Gov. DeSantis for Prioritizing Resident-Centered Care by Signing HB 1239 Into Law
The Florida Health Care Association (FHCA) today praised Governor Ron DeSantis for signing HB 1239 into law. [Read more…] about Florida Health Care Association Applauds Gov. DeSantis for Prioritizing Resident-Centered Care by Signing HB 1239 Into Law
LeadingAge Florida Applauds Governor for Signing No Patient Left Alone Act
Governor Ron DeSantis today signed SB 988 into law, ensuring that visitation will be available to residents in Florida’s long-term care facilities. [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Applauds Governor for Signing No Patient Left Alone Act
Mast, Schakowsky Introduce Resolution To Recognize Glioblastoma Awareness Day
U.S. Representatives Brian Mast (FL-18) and Jan Schakowsky (IL-09) today introduced a resolution to designate July 20, 2022 as “Glioblastoma Awareness Day.” [Read more…] about Mast, Schakowsky Introduce Resolution To Recognize Glioblastoma Awareness Day
DBPR Hosts 10th Annual Celebration of Women in Business
Secretary Melanie S. Griffin leads a series of vlog conversations with
inspiring female trailblazers to honor National Women’s History Month
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) last week presented its 10th annual Celebrating Women in Business program via a five-part vlog series accessible to listeners worldwide. [Read more…] about DBPR Hosts 10th Annual Celebration of Women in Business
State Partners Highlight Importance of Healthy Child Development
DCF Secretary Shevaun Harris and others join in kickoff
event marking April as Child Abuse Prevention Month
Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris was today joined by state leaders and child welfare advocates to highlight the importance of healthy child development and supporting families during the Child Abuse Prevention Month kickoff event at the Historic Florida Capitol. [Read more…] about State Partners Highlight Importance of Healthy Child Development
Upcoming Public Meeting for the Truck and Freight Site Analysis PD&E Study
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding project plans for the Truck and Freight Alternative Site Analysis Project Development and Environment (PD&E) Study on Tuesday, April 12, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Upcoming Public Meeting for the Truck and Freight Site Analysis PD&E Study