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Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried today offered the following statement regarding formal commitments recently made by U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer to protect American seasonal produce growers from unfair trade practices harming the industry: [Read more…] about Statement by Commissioner Nikki Fried on USTR Commitments to Seasonal Produce Protections
Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran today announced that Barbara Goldstein has been appointed as the Chair of the Commissioner’s Task Force on Holocaust Education. [Read more…] about Barbara Goldstein Named Chair of Holocaust Task Force
One day before Mike Pence will try to drum up support at a “Latinos for Trump” event in Osceola County, the Florida Democratic Party (FDP) will host a news conference with members of the Latino community to explain why Trump has failed to earn their vote, citing his cruel health care agenda and his inadequate response to Hurricane Maria that devastated Puerto Rico. [Read more…] about One Day Before Pence Visit, FDP to Host “Latinos Against Trump” News Conference in Kissimmee
Below is what state officials and education stakeholders are saying in support of Governor DeSantis’ 2020 Legislative Session priorities, ensuring 2020 is the year of the teacher. [Read more…] about Education Leaders and Stakeholders Praise Governor DeSantis as “The Education Governor”
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Executive Director Ken Lawson issued the following statement regarding Governor Ron DeSantis’ State of the State address:
[Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Executive Director Ken Lawson Commends Governor DeSantis for his Commitment to Florida’s Communities
Governor Ron DeSantis today delivered the State of the State address to a joint session of the Florida Legislature and Floridians everywhere, highlighting Florida’s strengths while reporting on the promising prospects for the future with the support of the House of Representatives and Senate. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Calls on Legislature to Seize the Moment, Deliver for the People of Florida in State of the State Address
The Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Chad Poppell today applauded Governor DeSantis’ commitment to mental health and child welfare reform. [Read more…] about DCF Secretary Chad Poppell Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Commitment to Mental Health and Child Welfare Reform
Governor Ron DeSantis today delivered his second State of the State address, which placed a bold emphasis on high-quality education – specifically in regards to elevating and celebrating educators. [Read more…] about Commissioner Richard Corcoran Applauds Governor Ron DeSantis on Elevating and Celebrating Educators During the State of the State Address
The Florida Public Service Commission today approved a $262,805 increase in annual operating revenues for Sebring Gas Company to serve new customers in Wauchula and Arcadia and to cover increased operating costs. [Read more…] about Florida PSC Reduces Sebring Gas Company’s Rate Request
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Secretary Halsey Beshears applauded Governor Ron DeSantis’ 2020 State of the State address and continued commitment to occupational license reform. [Read more…] about DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor DeSantis’ 2020 State of the State Address
