Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried today sent a letter to Congressional leadership requesting additional federal flexibility for industries and programs critical during the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Asks Congress to Prioritize Agriculture, Nutrition, Broadband During COVID-19
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CFO Patronis: We Must Ensure Florida’s Firefighters Have the Resources Needed to Fight COVID-19
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis today issued a statement following a call with the President of the Florida Professional Firefighters and the President of the Florida Fire Chiefs Association. [Read more…] about CFO Patronis: We Must Ensure Florida’s Firefighters Have the Resources Needed to Fight COVID-19
FDOT RoadWatch Advisory for SR 710 Okeechobee County
What: SR 710 east of SE 86th Boulevard: Access permit project: [Read more…] about FDOT RoadWatch Advisory for SR 710 Okeechobee County
COVID-19 Project Relief Fund to Help Florida Veterans
The Novel Coronavirus, COVID-19, is impacting many Floridians as well as Florida’s veterans, active duty military members and their families. [Read more…] about COVID-19 Project Relief Fund to Help Florida Veterans
As FBI Warns of Digital Dangers, Lauren’s Kids Provides Free Safety Resources for Families
1 in 5 children who touch a digital device will be sexually solicited online
The FBI this week announced that parents should be weary of increased threats to child safety during school closures and social distancing, echoing a message South Florida-based nonprofit Lauren’s Kids has been sharing with families since early March. [Read more…] about As FBI Warns of Digital Dangers, Lauren’s Kids Provides Free Safety Resources for Families
Commissioner Nikki Fried Warns Consumers of Coronavirus Scams
Last month, Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to warn consumers of coronavirus scams developing nationwide. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Warns Consumers of Coronavirus Scams
Florida State Rep. Chip LaMarca Statement on Possible Holland America Entrance to Port Everglades
With the news that a Holland America cruise ship carrying 42 sick crew members and passengers may dock at Port Everglades, Rep. Chip LaMarca (R – Lighthouse Point) urged those organizations in Unified Command (Port Everglades, Broward County Commission, Broward Sheriff’s Office, United States Coast Guard, U.S. Customs & Border Protection, Centers for Disease Control and the Florida Department of Health) to prevent the ship from docking in Broward County. [Read more…] about Florida State Rep. Chip LaMarca Statement on Possible Holland America Entrance to Port Everglades
Following up on Sen. Rodriguez request, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity waives requirements for reemployment assistance
Senator José Javier Rodríguez on March 18 requested expedited executive action addressing a number of concerns relating to removing barriers to accessing reemployment assistance in the face of unprecedented job losses stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about Following up on Sen. Rodriguez request, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity waives requirements for reemployment assistance
Embry-Riddle Offers Free Online Courses for K-12 Students
With K-12 schools closing across the country, the world’s premier aviation institution – Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University – has ramped up free online course offerings on topics ranging from aeronautics and meteorology, to computer applications, history and more. [Read more…] about Embry-Riddle Offers Free Online Courses for K-12 Students
Senator Victor Torres calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
With the number of Covid-19 infections surging and testing data still lagging, state Senator Victor Torres (D-Orlando) on Tuesday called on Governor Ron DeSantis to close non-essential businesses and issue a stay home order to protect the people of Florida. [Read more…] about Senator Victor Torres calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide