Florida State Representative Chip LaMarca (R – Lighthouse Point) released the following statement on the passage of the Collegiate Athlete Bill of Rights (Senate Bill 646). [Read more…] about Rep. Chip LaMarca: Big Win for Collegiate Athletes in Florida
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FDACS Taking Action to Feed Florida’s Students During School Closures
Following today’s announcement that all Florida K-12 schools will be closed through Monday, March 30th, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ (FDACS) Division of Food, Nutrition, and Wellness is announcing alternative methods for providing school meals to students. [Read more…] about FDACS Taking Action to Feed Florida’s Students During School Closures
Florida Department of Education Provides Recommendations for Spring Break
Richard Corcoran, Commissioner of the Florida Department of Education, today provided strong recommendations for extending spring break following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issuing guidance specific to COVID-19 in Florida. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Education Provides Recommendations for Spring Break
Department of Financial Services COVID-19 Activity Update
The Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) today provided an update on activities regarding COVID-19. [Read more…] about Department of Financial Services COVID-19 Activity Update
Governor Ron DeSantis to Hold Press Conference in Tallahassee
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Governor Ron DeSantis will hold a press conference at the Department of Health Warehouse on Friday, March 13th. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis to Hold Press Conference in Tallahassee
“Fresh From Florida” Celebrates 30th Anniversary, $7 Billion in Farm Revenue
This year, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Fresh From Florida program celebrates its 30th anniversary. [Read more…] about “Fresh From Florida” Celebrates 30th Anniversary, $7 Billion in Farm Revenue
FMEA Statement Regarding Passage of Lineworker Specialty License Plate
Statement By:
Amy Zubaly, Executive Director, Florida Municipal Electric Association
Regarding Passage of Lineworker Specialty License Plate Legislation
“We commend the Florida Legislature for today passing legislation that will establish the ‘Thank a Lineman’ specialty license plate, which will generate proceeds used to fund scholarships to train the next generation of skilled lineworkers. [Read more…] about FMEA Statement Regarding Passage of Lineworker Specialty License Plate
Florida Virtual School® Offering School Districts Teacher Training to Prepare for Online Learning Environment in the Event of School Closures
As mentioned in Governor Ron DeSantis’ press briefing on Monday, March 9, 2020, and at the direction of Governor DeSantis, Florida Virtual School (FLVS) has partnered with the Florida Department of Education to offer all school districts student support and teacher professional development tailored to the online learning environment. [Read more…] about Florida Virtual School® Offering School Districts Teacher Training to Prepare for Online Learning Environment in the Event of School Closures
OFR Priority Legislation Protecting Vulnerable Investors Passes Unanimously
This week, Florida House Bill 813 passed unanimously on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate. [Read more…] about OFR Priority Legislation Protecting Vulnerable Investors Passes Unanimously
Governor DeSantis Activates Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
The Business Damage Assessment Survey can be taken online at floridadisaster.biz
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the activation of the Business Damage Assessment survey to assess the impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s local business operations. [Read more…] about Governor DeSantis Activates Emergency Business Damage Assessment Survey for Coronavirus (COVID-19)
