Governor Ron DeSantis today announced his Freedom First Budget, which makes strategic investments to further bolster Florida’s juvenile justice system. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget Invests in Safer Communities, Stronger Juvenile Justice System in Florida
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Department of Children and Families Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget
Department of Children and Families Secretary Shevaun Harris today applauded Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget and highlighted the Governor’s unwavering support of Florida’s children, families and vulnerable populations. [Read more…] about Department of Children and Families Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget
Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget Reaffirms Commitment to Floridians with Disabilities
Governor Ron DeSantis today released his Freedom First budget recommendations which demonstrate his ongoing commitment to helping vulnerable Floridians with developmental disabilities served by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget Reaffirms Commitment to Floridians with Disabilities
Florida Legislators File HB 1 Repeal
During the 2021 Legislative Session, House Speaker Chris Sprowls and Senate President Wilton Simpson pushed HB 1: Combating Public Disorder through the Legislature, and Governor Ron DeSantis signed the bill into law despite concerns about its constitutionality. [Read more…] about Florida Legislators File HB 1 Repeal
Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget Shapes the Future of Reliable Public Safety Communication Systems and Cybersecurity in Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced key investments in his Freedom First budget to enhance the critical public safety communications systems that first responders across Florida depend on to protect their communities and develop the state’s cybersecurity infrastructure. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis’ Freedom First Budget Shapes the Future of Reliable Public Safety Communication Systems and Cybersecurity in Florida
DEO Secretary Dane Eagle Commends Governor DeSantis’ Bold Commitment to Driving Florida’s Economy, Empowering Florida’s Businesses and Floridians, and Developing Communities in His Fiscal Year 2022-23 Freedom First Budget
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Secretary Dane Eagle today commended Governor DeSantis’ Fiscal Year 2022-23 Freedom First Budget, which continues his bold commitment to continue driving Florida’s economy, empowering Florida’s businesses and Floridians, and developing communities throughout the state. [Read more…] about DEO Secretary Dane Eagle Commends Governor DeSantis’ Bold Commitment to Driving Florida’s Economy, Empowering Florida’s Businesses and Floridians, and Developing Communities in His Fiscal Year 2022-23 Freedom First Budget
Representative Matt Willhite’s Statement on Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation’s Vote on Village of Loxahatchee Local Bill
Representative Matt Willhite (D-Wellington) today issued the statement below regarding his vote on the Village of Loxahatchee local bill presented at the Dec. 8 Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation meeting. [Read more…] about Representative Matt Willhite’s Statement on Palm Beach County Legislative Delegation’s Vote on Village of Loxahatchee Local Bill
FDLE begins construction on new Pensacola Regional Operations Center
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement hosted a groundbreaking ceremony this morning to celebrate construction on the new Pensacola Regional Operations Center (PROC) “James T. Moore Building.” [Read more…] about FDLE begins construction on new Pensacola Regional Operations Center
Winners Announced From The First Bonus Play Getaway Promotion Drawing
The Holidays Came Early for 262 Lucky Florida Lottery Players!
The Florida Lottery today announces the winners from the first of two Bonus Play Getaway Promotion drawings! [Read more…] about Winners Announced From The First Bonus Play Getaway Promotion Drawing
DeSantis Administration Escalates Attacks on LGBTQ Youth, Censors Anti-Bullying Resources
In a staggering escalation of its anti-LGBTQ agenda, the DeSantis Administration took down a Department of Education web page that supplied anti-bullying resources for educators, parents and students to help create safe school environments and address high rates of suicide. [Read more…] about DeSantis Administration Escalates Attacks on LGBTQ Youth, Censors Anti-Bullying Resources