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The Children’s Movement of Florida today applauded Gov. Ron DeSantis’ strong commitment to early learning following his signature of legislation (HB 419) to bring increased accountability to the state’s voluntary prekindergarten (VPK) program. [Read more…] about The Children’s Movement of Florida Applauds Gov. Ron DeSantis for Signing VPK Accountability Reform Legislation
During a surprise visit to Mandarin High School, the Florida Department of Education today announced that history teacher James Schmitt is a 2022 Florida Teacher of the Year state finalist. [Read more…] about Duval Educator Named 2022 Florida Teacher of the Year Finalist
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) will hold a public meeting regarding project plans for the I-75 Northbound Rest Area Reconstruction from north of County Road (C.R.) 484 to south of State Road (S.R.) 200 on Tuesday, May 11, at 5:30 p.m. [Read more…] about Upcoming Public Meeting for I-75 Northbound Rest Area Reconstruction
A five-day detour is scheduled on State Road (S.R.) 421 (Dunlawton Avenue) at the railroad crossing between Spruce Creek Road and U.S. 1 (Ridgewood Avenue) from 6 a.m. Saturday, May 8, until 6 a.m. [Read more…] about Detour on State Road 421 (Dunlawton Avenue) at Railroad Crossing
This week is Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week, and the Florida Association of Managing Entities (FAME) joins the Department of Children and Families (DCF) in highlighting the importance of children’s mental wellbeing. [Read more…] about Managing Entities and DCF Recognize Children’s Mental Health Awareness Week
Florida Health Care Association (FHCA), representing nearly 700 nursing homes and assisted living facilities across Florida, issued the following statement in response to the Legislature fully funding Medicaid for nursing home care in the FY 2021-22 state budget. [Read more…] about FHCA Applauds Legislature for Fully Funding Nursing Home Care in State Budget
Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson (R-Trilby) today marked the conclusion of the 2021 Legislative Session, joining Governor Ron DeSantis, House Speaker Chris Sprowls (R-Palm Harbor) and other legislators for the traditional Sine Die Ceremony at the Capitol. [Read more…] about President Simpson Marks the Conclusion of the 2021 Legislative Session
Florida Senate Majority Leader Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) today released the following statement regarding the successes of the 2021 Florida Legislative Session. [Read more…] about Statement from Majority Leader Mayfield on 2021 Legislative Session Accomplishments
Statement by Dr. Sarah Wellik, President of the Florida Society of Ophthalmology: [Read more…] about End of Session Statement from Florida Society of Ophthalmology Re: Patient Safety
Rep. Chip LaMarca (R-Lighthouse Point) and the Florida House passed SB 845 by Rep. David Smith. [Read more…] about Florida House & Senate Pass HB 845 and Reverses Course on Collegiate Athlete Compensation for Name, Image, and Likeness
