The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) continues to take all necessary precautions related to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida. [Read more…] about Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
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Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Additional COVID-19 Vaccination Sites at Publix Super Markets to Support Seniors First
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced eight Publix pharmacies in Indian River County and 11 Publix pharmacies in St. Lucie County will begin offering the COVID vaccine, bringing the total in the state of Florida to 261 Publix locations in 20 counties. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Additional COVID-19 Vaccination Sites at Publix Super Markets to Support Seniors First
Florida Surpasses 1 Million Seniors Vaccinated
Governor Ron DeSantis highlights Seniors First approach in Florida
Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s official reporting now reflects more than 1 million seniors 65 and older have been vaccinated in the state, leading the nation in vaccinations of seniors. [Read more…] about Florida Surpasses 1 Million Seniors Vaccinated
Senator Lauren Book Files Bill to Help Increase Human Trafficking Convictions and Support Victims During Trial
Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) today filed legislation containing measures aimed at increasing human trafficking convictions and supporting victims during trial. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Files Bill to Help Increase Human Trafficking Convictions and Support Victims During Trial
Senator Lauren Book Bill Closing Massive Loophole in Sex Offender Law Advances from Criminal Justice Committee
A bill by Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) closing a massive loophole in Florida’s sex offender law has advanced with full support from the members of the Senate Criminal Justice Committee and will now head to Senate Judiciary Committee. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Bill Closing Massive Loophole in Sex Offender Law Advances from Criminal Justice Committee
Senate Advances Legislation to Protect Businesses Safely Reopening During the Pandemic
The Florida Senate Committee on Judiciary, chaired by Senator Jeff Brandes (R-St. Petersburg), today passed Senate Bill 72, Civil Liability For Damages Relating To COVID-19. [Read more…] about Senate Advances Legislation to Protect Businesses Safely Reopening During the Pandemic
Senator Lauren Book Files Bill to Exempt Diapers from Sales Tax
Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) this week filed legislation to prevent families from being charged sales tax when purchasing diapers and adult incontinence undergarments. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Files Bill to Exempt Diapers from Sales Tax
Senate Advances Bill to Ensure College Tuition Exemptions for Students in DCF Care
Legislation increases access to dual enrollment, creates
framework to reward exceptional university staff
The Florida Senate Committee on Education, chaired by Senator Joe Gruters (R-Sarasota), today passed Senate Bill 52, Postsecondary Education, by Senator Ray Rodrigues (R-Ft. Myers). [Read more…] about Senate Advances Bill to Ensure College Tuition Exemptions for Students in DCF Care
Governor Ron DeSantis to Hold Press Conference in Vero Beach
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Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference at Publix Super Market at Treasure Coast Plaza on Tuesday, January 26. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis to Hold Press Conference in Vero Beach
APCIA Applauds Senate Judiciary Committee for Supporting Important COVID Liability Protections
The American Property Casualty Insurance Association (APCIA) today issued the following statement, attributed to its assistant vice president of state government relations Logan McFaddin, regarding the passage of Senate Bill 72 on Civil Liability for Damages Relating to COVID-19 by the Senate Judiciary Committee. [Read more…] about APCIA Applauds Senate Judiciary Committee for Supporting Important COVID Liability Protections