Governor Ron DeSantis and Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran today recommended that all Florida public and private K-12 schools continue distance learning and keep school campuses closed through June 3rd, the remainder of the 2019-2020 academic year. [Read more…] about Florida Extends Distance Learning Through Remainder of Academic Year
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Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
The Florida National Guard (FLNG), under the direction of Gov. Ron DeSantis, is responding to the needs of the state alongside our interagency partners, helping to protect citizens and guests throughout this crisis. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
Statement from LeadingAge Florida President & CEO Steve Bahmer on COVID-19 Transparency Decision
LeadingAge Florida has long supported disclosing the location of confirmed cases of COVID-19 and applauds Governor DeSantis for making the right decision in the interest of public health and the safety of Florida’s seniors. [Read more…] about Statement from LeadingAge Florida President & CEO Steve Bahmer on COVID-19 Transparency Decision
Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Receives $4.1 Billion from CARES ACT
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that Florida has received more than $4.1 billion in federal relief under the CARES Act to aid the state in responding to and recovering from COVID-19. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis: Florida Receives $4.1 Billion from CARES ACT
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 to Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) in Florida. [Read more…] about Update from the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice Regarding COVID-19
Commissioner Fried, Restaurateurs, Retailers Encourage Floridians to Join #TheGreatAmericanTakeout
With COVID-19 causing restaurants to close dine-in options to customers, restaurants are expecting nationwide losses as high as $225 billion and job losses that account for over half of U.S. jobs lost in March. [Read more…] about Commissioner Fried, Restaurateurs, Retailers Encourage Floridians to Join #TheGreatAmericanTakeout
Florida Awarded $16.5 Million in USDA Investments to Protect Natural Resources
Yesterday, the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced an investment of $206 million through its Regional Conservation Partnership Program, which along with nearly $300 million in partner contributions, will help to protect natural resources across the nation. [Read more…] about Florida Awarded $16.5 Million in USDA Investments to Protect Natural Resources
Celebrations of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week More Important Than Ever During COVID-19 Pandemic
This year, recognition of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW), April 19 – 25, is more important than ever as victims face additional hurdles safeguarding their rights as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about Celebrations of National Crime Victims’ Rights Week More Important Than Ever During COVID-19 Pandemic
CFO Patronis Deploys Safeguard for Employing Insurance Agents During COVID-19 Crisis
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis today issued a directive that provides the Division of Agent and Agency Services with the ability to begin processing insurance agent licenses in a manner that promotes job growth and protects consumers. [Read more…] about CFO Patronis Deploys Safeguard for Employing Insurance Agents During COVID-19 Crisis
Industry Alert: OFR Temporarily Expands Motor Vehicle Retail Installment Initial Payment Rule
The Florida Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) today issued an emergency order to allow additional time before a first payment is due on an automobile loan. [Read more…] about Industry Alert: OFR Temporarily Expands Motor Vehicle Retail Installment Initial Payment Rule