“In the massacre at Marjory Stoneman Douglas, milliseconds mattered – and the lack of real-time coordination between first responders likely cost precious lives. [Read more…] about Statement from Senator Lauren Book, re: DeSantis Signature of ‘Alyssa’s Law’ (SB 70)
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American Bar Association Honors Guardian Ad Litem’s Calvin Martin as “Reunification Hero”
June is National Reunification Month, stressing the importance of helping vulnerable families stay together, and the American Bar Association (ABA) is honoring the Florida Guardian ad Litem Program’s Calvin Martin as a “Reunification Hero” – one of 11 nationally. [Read more…] about American Bar Association Honors Guardian Ad Litem’s Calvin Martin as “Reunification Hero”
Governor Ron DeSantis to Make a Major Announcement in Juno Beach
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Governor Ron DeSantis will make a major announcement at Loggerhead Marinelife Center in Juno Beach on Tuesday, June 30th. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis to Make a Major Announcement in Juno Beach
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs 28 Bills
Governor Ron DeSantis today signed the following bills: [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Signs 28 Bills
Statement from Senator Lauren Book, re: DeSantis Signature of Amusement Rides Bill
“This bill ensures amusement rides at fairs and carnivals are safe and fun by raising the bar on inspection and permitting requirements. [Read more…] about Statement from Senator Lauren Book, re: DeSantis Signature of Amusement Rides Bill
Governor Signs Budget Supporting Floridians with Unique Abilities
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today signed the state budget for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 which demonstrates his commitment to helping Floridians served by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). [Read more…] about Governor Signs Budget Supporting Floridians with Unique Abilities
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Provides Reemployment Assistance Update – June 29
The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) today issued reemployment assistance updates on the Reemployment Assistance (RA) Claims Dashboard. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Provides Reemployment Assistance Update – June 29
Statement from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Regarding the State Budget and iBudget Waiver Funding
The Florida Developmental Disabilities Council (FDDC) is pleased by Governor DeSantis’ decision to preserve funding for the iBudget Waiver through the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). [Read more…] about Statement from the Florida Developmental Disabilities Council Regarding the State Budget and iBudget Waiver Funding
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Five Bills
In addition to the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Budget (HB 5001), Governor Ron DeSantis today signed the following bills: [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Five Bills
Statement by Senate President Bill Galvano on the 2020-21 General Appropriations Act
State Budget Enhances Reserves to Respond to COVID-19 Impacts, Invests in
Florida’s Teachers, State Employees, Affordable Housing and Environment
Senate President Bill Galvano today offered the following statement regarding Governor Ron DeSantis signing House Bill 5001, the 2020-21 General Appropriations Act, Florida’s balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year. [Read more…] about Statement by Senate President Bill Galvano on the 2020-21 General Appropriations Act