Responding to a growing concern stemming from advancements in 3D printing, Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) has filed legislation to regulate 3D-printed firearms. [Read more…] about Senator Stewart Files Bill to Regulate 3D-Printed Guns
Government
Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) continues to take all necessary precautions related toCoronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida. [Read more…] about Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
Senator Lori Berman and Representative Joe Casello File Legislation to Help Assist Seniors to Live Independently
Senator Lori Berman (D-Delray Beach) and Representative Joe Casello (D-Boynton Beach) filed SB 224 & HB 81, which, if enacted, would exempt the sales tax on home improvements that help seniors age in place. [Read more…] about Senator Lori Berman and Representative Joe Casello File Legislation to Help Assist Seniors to Live Independently
Senator Linda Stewart Files Bill to Establish School Parity
Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) recently filed Senate Bill 254, titled Education. [Read more…] about Senator Linda Stewart Files Bill to Establish School Parity
At Mast’s Urging, Congress Delivers Historic Funding For Everglades Restoration
2021 Appropriations Package Passes House, Includes Record-
Setting $250 Million For South Florida Ecosystem Restoration
Increase Would Ensure Army Corps is Operating At Full Capacity Toward Construction
of EAA Southern Storage Reservoir, Other Everglades Restoration Projects
U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) today released the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the FY2021 budget, which includes $250 million in funding for Everglades restoration: [Read more…] about At Mast’s Urging, Congress Delivers Historic Funding For Everglades Restoration
Senator Lori Berman and Representative Joe Casello File Purple Alert to Assist in the Recovery of Missing Adults
Legislation filed by Senator Lori Berman (D-Delray Beach) and Representative Joe Casello (D-Boynton Beach) would, for the first time in Florida, create a statewide “Purple Alert” system when an adult with a cognitive, developmental or intellectual disability goes missing, and whose disappearance is a credible threat of immediate danger or serious bodily harm to themselves. [Read more…] about Senator Lori Berman and Representative Joe Casello File Purple Alert to Assist in the Recovery of Missing Adults
Traffic Advisory: I-4 Traffic Pacing Operations Scheduled for December 22-23
Motorists should be advised that traffic pacing operations are scheduled to occur on eastbound and westbound Interstate 4 (I-4) between midnight and 5 a.m. the mornings of Tuesday, December 22, and Wednesday, December 23. [Read more…] about Traffic Advisory: I-4 Traffic Pacing Operations Scheduled for December 22-23
New Configurations Coming to State Road 436 and Colonial Drive
Two well-traveled interchanges on Interstate 4 (I-4) are nearing their shifts into new configurations that will help improve traffic flow and safety. [Read more…] about New Configurations Coming to State Road 436 and Colonial Drive
Florida Player Lands Finalist Position for the Chance to Become the POWERBALL® First Millionaire of the Year
The Florida Lottery today is excited to announce that Laveral King, 46, of Winter Haven, is one of five national finalists in the running to become the POWERBALL® First Millionaire of the YearSM! [Read more…] about Florida Player Lands Finalist Position for the Chance to Become the POWERBALL® First Millionaire of the Year
COVID-19 Vaccinations in Florida Nursing Centers Underway
Like so many Floridians across our state, the Florida Health Care Association is deeply thankful for the arrival of the much-anticipated COVID-19 vaccine. [Read more…] about COVID-19 Vaccinations in Florida Nursing Centers Underway
