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U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) joined U.S Congressman Bill Posey (FL-15) today to introduce a resolution designating the week of September 18 through September 25, 2021 as “National Estuaries Week.” [Read more…] about Mast, Posey Introduce Resolution Recognizing National Estuaries Week
Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) and Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-Orlando) have filed legislation to prevent families from being charged sales tax when purchasing diapers and adult incontinence undergarments. [Read more…] about Leader Book, Rep. Eskamani Sponsor Legislation to Exempt Diapers from Sales Tax
The Florida Lottery (Lottery) today introduces its newest $20 Scratch-Off game, GOLD RUSH LIMITED, offering more than $1 billion in cash prizes! [Read more…] about This Fall Is The Season Of Winning With New Scratch-Off Games From The Florida Lottery
Today, September 21, Senator Garcia will preside over the first interim committee meeting of the Florida Senate’s Committee on Children, Families, and Elder Affairs for the upcoming 2022 Legislative Session. [Read more…] about Senator Ileana Garcia to Preside over Senate Committee on Children, Families, and Elder Affairs
Today, September 21, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, Sen. Annette Taddeo, Rep. Anna Eskamani and other elected officials will join Planned Parenthood and other advocates for reproductive freedom including the Florida Latina Institute for Reproductive Justice, Women’s March Florida, Florida Rising and American Atheists on the first day of committee weeks to hold a press conference in opposition to a Texas-style abortion ban in Florida. [Read more…] about Nikki Fried, legislators & advocates to hold press conference opposing Texas-style abortion ban
Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) is pleased to announce that Maggie Gerson has been named Staff Director for the Florida Senate Democratic Office and Cathy Schroeder will serve as the Deputy Staff Director, both beginning October 1. [Read more…] about Leader Book Announces New Caucus Leadership Staff for Senate Democrats
On Friday, September 24th, The CLEO Institute, and partner organizations are organizing a series of demonstrations in Miami, Tallahassee, Tampa, and Orlando as part of the Global Climate Day of Action. [Read more…] about The CLEO Institute, in Collaboration with Students and Advocacy Organizations Across the State of Florida, Rally Together on the Global Day of Climate Action
A total of $904 million is up for grabs this week as America’s dueling jackpots, MEGA MILLIONS® and POWERBALL®, continue to climb! [Read more…] about America’s Dueling Jackpots Rise To A Combined $904 Million
What: Central Florida’s rail safety landscape is fast-changing due to recent innovations and statewide safety enhancements. [Read more…] about Sunrail/FDOT Rail Safety Media Availability
Senator Ileana Garcia (R-Miami), in collaboration with the Miami River Commission and local law enforcement, seeks to establish a joint law enforcement substation on the Miami River to address the serious issues stemming from widespread illegal vessel charter and livery operations. [Read more…] about Senator Ileana Garcia, Miami River Commission and South Florida Law Enforcement Continue Collaboration to Prioritize Boating Safety
