Today on the 96th anniversary of the incorporation of the Town of Davie, Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) filed Senate Resolution 928 recognizing Davie’s membership into the elite preservation-focused Certified Local Government Program. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Files Resolution to Honor Town of Davie for Induction into Elite Preservation Program
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$96,000 FANTASY 5® ticket set to expire
The Florida Lottery today announces that a FANTASY 5® top prize-winning ticket worth $96,558.33 remains unclaimed. [Read more…] about $96,000 FANTASY 5® ticket set to expire
Statement from Florida Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) on GOP Special Session Plan
“‘Floridians deserve freedom — but only if you think like we do.’ [Read more…] about Statement from Florida Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) on GOP Special Session Plan
Progress Florida & Florida Watch Statements on the Signing of the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act
President Joe Biden will today sign the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which will direct billions of dollars of much needed funding to Florida to address our state’s critical infrastructure needs. [Read more…] about Progress Florida & Florida Watch Statements on the Signing of the Infrastructure Investment & Jobs Act
Do you have information about Samantha Fiddler?
Media availability Wednesday in Tampa
Agents continue to pursue leads in the Samantha Fiddler missing persons case. [Read more…] about Do you have information about Samantha Fiddler?
Senator Annette Taddeo filed Florida State Senate Resolution in support of the Cuban people
In relation to the peaceful demonstrations that started in July and continue today, November 15th, by the Cuban people calling for freedom and an end to an oppressive regime, Senator Annette Taddeo (D-Miami) filed a resolution at the state level — expressing solidarity with the people of Cuba, support of democracy, and an explicit condemnation of the oppressive nature of the Cuban regime against peaceful demonstrators. [Read more…] about Senator Annette Taddeo filed Florida State Senate Resolution in support of the Cuban people
OIR Approves a 4.9% Decrease in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates for 2022
Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier today issued a Final Order granting approval to the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) for a statewide overall workers’ compensation insurance rate decrease of 4.9%. [Read more…] about OIR Approves a 4.9% Decrease in Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rates for 2022
Representative Robin Bartleman and Senator Linda Stewart File “Miya’s Law” to Improve Apartment Safety
Representative Robin Bartleman (D-Weston) today filed HB 577 to create ‘Miya’s Law’ – a bill that would improve tenant safety in apartment buildings. Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) has filed the companion Senate bill SB 898. [Read more…] about Representative Robin Bartleman and Senator Linda Stewart File “Miya’s Law” to Improve Apartment Safety
Representative Dianne Hart Partners with Community Organizations for a Thanksgiving Food Give-away
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On Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021 Representative Dianne Hart (D-Tampa) will partner with a host of community organizations to hold a thanksgiving drive-thru food giveaway. [Read more…] about Representative Dianne Hart Partners with Community Organizations for a Thanksgiving Food Give-away
LeadingAge Florida Statement on Vaccine Mandate
LeadingAge Florida, Florida’s only association representing the entire continuum of care for older adults, issued a statement today regarding state and federal vaccine mandates. [Read more…] about LeadingAge Florida Statement on Vaccine Mandate