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Nelson honors McCain’s life and legacy

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U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) took to the Senate floor today to honor the life and legacy of Sen. John McCain.

“And so in that moment you could summarize his courage, his strength, his will to overcome – but here in the Senate we saw a leader who thought that public service was a noble calling, a leader who always tried to do the right thing, who always put the people of his country ahead of himself. An individual who always believed that we, as Americans, can subscribe to a cause greater than ourselves,” Nelson said. “America is certainly going to miss John McCain.” [Read more…] about Nelson honors McCain’s life and legacy

Secretary Detzner Announces Polls Open Statewide on Primary Election Day

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Secretary of State Ken Detzner issued the following statement this morning:

“Today is Florida’s Primary Election and I am pleased to report that all polls are open statewide and voters are currently casting ballots in 5,881 precincts. Polls are open until 7 p.m. and voters in line at 7 p.m. will be able to cast a ballot. Division of Elections staff are communicating with each county Supervisor of Elections throughout the day and we stand ready to provide any needed assistance. [Read more…] about Secretary Detzner Announces Polls Open Statewide on Primary Election Day

OIR Receives Annual Workers’ Compensation Rate Filing

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The Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR) has received the 2019 Florida workers’ compensation rate filing by the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI), which proposes a statewide average premium decrease of 13.4%. The new rates would become effective January 1, 2019. [Read more…] about OIR Receives Annual Workers’ Compensation Rate Filing

Nelson, Rubio urge Trump administration to protect Florida growers in NAFTA deal

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Amid reports that the United States and Mexico have reached a tentative NAFTA deal, U.S. Sens. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) and Marco Rubio (R-Fla.) urged the Trump administration to protect Florida farmers before finalizing the trade agreement with Mexico. [Read more…] about Nelson, Rubio urge Trump administration to protect Florida growers in NAFTA deal

DEO Director Cissy Proctor Traveled to Puerto Rico to Meet with Businesses

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At Governor Scott’s direction, the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s (DEO) Executive Director, Cissy Proctor, traveled to Puerto Rico over the weekend. She was invited by Puerto Rico Governor Ricardo Rossello to meet with retailers in Puerto Rico. [Read more…] about DEO Director Cissy Proctor Traveled to Puerto Rico to Meet with Businesses

Sen. Nelson on Jacksonville shooting

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Following is a statement from U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) on the shooting in Jacksonville today:

“This shooting in Jacksonville deeply saddens, shocks and outrages all of us. I’m making sure that all federal resources will be available to assist victims and their families, and to help law enforcement do their jobs.” [Read more…] about Sen. Nelson on Jacksonville shooting

Gov. Scott’s Statement on the Passing of Senator John McCain

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Governor Rick Scott made the following statement today regarding the passing of Senator John McCain:

Governor Scott said, “My wife, Ann, and I are deeply saddened to hear the news about Senator John McCain. Senator McCain was a true American hero. As a Navy man myself, I’ve always had immense respect for Senator McCain. A lot of folks talk tough, but he was the real deal. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott’s Statement on the Passing of Senator John McCain

Florida PSC Recognizes Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day

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Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day is August 26, and the Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) is celebrating the great men and women who work hard every day to construct, operate, and maintain the electric system that keeps Florida running. [Read more…] about Florida PSC Recognizes Florida Lineworker Appreciation Day