Earlier today, HB 173 passed with unanimous bipartisan support in the Early Learning & Elementary Education Subcommittee. [Read more…] about Representative Duran’s HB 173 Passes in Early Learning & Elementary Education Subcommittee
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With Florida Legislature in Session, New Poll Shows COVID and Pocketbook Issues Top Voters Concerns
Voters prefer policy solutions that provide relief to
workers and families and investments in future
New polling commissioned by the State Innovation Exchange (SiX) shows Florida voters are concerned over the impact of COVID-19 and pocketbook issues. [Read more…] about With Florida Legislature in Session, New Poll Shows COVID and Pocketbook Issues Top Voters Concerns
Representative Fentrice Driskell Champions Education-Forward Policy Agenda for 2022 Legislative Session
As an advocate for stronger public education to ensure a brighter future for our children, Representative Fentrice Driskell (D-Tampa) is carrying a portfolio of five bills this legislative session that focus on improvements to Florida’s education system. [Read more…] about Representative Fentrice Driskell Champions Education-Forward Policy Agenda for 2022 Legislative Session
Upcoming Public Meeting for Orange Blossom Trail (U.S. 441) Intersection Improvements
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding project plans at the intersection of Orange Blossom Trail (U.S. 441) and Clarcona-Ocoee Road on Tuesday, February 1, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Upcoming Public Meeting for Orange Blossom Trail (U.S. 441) Intersection Improvements
STEM Day At The Florida Capitol Promotes A Future Of Innovation And Prosperity
Orlando Science Center, peer museums and partners like Motorola Solutions
Foundation assemble at the Capitol for a day of advocacy and awareness
Orlando Science Center along with science centers and museums from around the state and partners like the Motorola Solutions Foundation are assembling during STEM Day at the Florida Capitol on Tuesday, January 25, 2022. [Read more…] about STEM Day At The Florida Capitol Promotes A Future Of Innovation And Prosperity
FDOT to Host a Public Meeting for the Lake Worth Road and Lake Osborne Road Roundabout Pedestrian Improvement Project
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hosting a Public Meeting regarding the proposed improvements along State Road (SR) 802/Lake Worth Road from east of south B Street to east of Erie Street, and along Lake Osborne Road from north of Griswold Drive to Cleveland Street. [Read more…] about FDOT to Host a Public Meeting for the Lake Worth Road and Lake Osborne Road Roundabout Pedestrian Improvement Project
FDLE develops autism awareness training for 911 telecommunicators
FDLE’s Missing Endangered Persons Information Clearinghouse (MEPIC) launched a new course for Florida’s 911 telecommunicators to assist in the safe recovery of children with autism who go missing. [Read more…] about FDLE develops autism awareness training for 911 telecommunicators
Orlando man becomes first POWERBALL® Double Play® winner
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) announces that Manuel Sanchez-Velasco, 61, of Orlando, is the Lottery’s the first POWERBALL® with Double Play® $10 million top prize winner. [Read more…] about Orlando man becomes first POWERBALL® Double Play® winner
FDOT Activating Signals on S.R. 9/I-95 Entrance Ramps
Atlantic Boulevard, Cypress Creek Road and Palmetto Park Road
The Florida Department of Transportation will host a media tour of the Broward Regional Traffic Management Center, to preview the new ramp signal system activation. [Read more…] about FDOT Activating Signals on S.R. 9/I-95 Entrance Ramps
State Legislators Join Advocates in Call to Address Florida’s High Uninsured Rate
Health care coverage remains a major concern for Floridians in post-pandemic reality
As Florida recovers from the pandemic, health care remains unaffordable for working but low-income Floridians. [Read more…] about State Legislators Join Advocates in Call to Address Florida’s High Uninsured Rate