Governor Ron DeSantis today announced Florida’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2 percent, as labor force participation increases. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Florida’s Unemployment Rate Drops to 3.2%
Government
Youth advocates and legislators to speak out about dark truth behind forced parental consent for abortion
On October 22, youth advocates and legislators will hold a press conference to speak out about why they oppose House Bill 265 just before the bill will make its one and only committee stop at the House Health & Human Services Committee. [Read more…] about Youth advocates and legislators to speak out about dark truth behind forced parental consent for abortion
Florida Building Code Improvements to Better Withstand Hurricanes Under Consideration
As reported by the News Service of Florida, the Florida Building Commission is considering updates to the statewide building code that would enable buildings to better withstand the damaging winds and water intrusion associated with hurricanes. [Read more…] about Florida Building Code Improvements to Better Withstand Hurricanes Under Consideration
Environmental Leaders Praise Governor DeSantis’ Legislation to Expedite Water Quality Improvements
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING
Governor Ron DeSantis yesterday announced proposed legislation for the 2020 Legislative Session that will expedite water quality improvements throughout Florida. [Read more…] about Environmental Leaders Praise Governor DeSantis’ Legislation to Expedite Water Quality Improvements
PSC Approves Tampa Electric’s Two New Solar Projects
The Florida Public Service Commission (PSC) today approved cost recovery for the third phase of Tampa Electric Company’s (TECO) solar plans, covering two solar projects that total 150 megawatts (MW). [Read more…] about PSC Approves Tampa Electric’s Two New Solar Projects
Governor Ron DeSantis Launches Effort to Access More than $633 Million in First-of-its-Kind Disaster Mitigation Funding
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the launch of the state of Florida’s coordinated effort to access more than $633 million in first-of-its-kind federal funding for disaster mitigation projects. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Launches Effort to Access More than $633 Million in First-of-its-Kind Disaster Mitigation Funding
Florida Main Street’s Hurricane Michael Impacted Communities Fight Back
Secretary of State Laurel M. Lee joins in marking the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Michael’s historic landfall in the Florida Panhandle by recognizing the recovery strides made by the Florida Main Street Program’s impacted communities. [Read more…] about Florida Main Street’s Hurricane Michael Impacted Communities Fight Back
Governor Ron DeSantis and DJJ Secretary Simone Marstiller Announce Juvenile Arrests at Lowest Levels in 44 Years
Governor Ron DeSantis and Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) Secretary Simone Marstiller today announced that the number of juvenile arrests declined eight percent in Fiscal Year 2018-2019 according to the latest delinquency report released by the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis and DJJ Secretary Simone Marstiller Announce Juvenile Arrests at Lowest Levels in 44 Years
Florida League of Women Voters Releases PROGRESS REPORT on County by County Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness
Currently ranked fourth nationally for electric vehicles (EVs) adoption, Florida is fast tracking the switch to electric vehicles. [Read more…] about Florida League of Women Voters Releases PROGRESS REPORT on County by County Electric Vehicle (EV) Readiness
Commissioner Altmaier Statement on Hurricane Claims
Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Commissioner David Altmaier released a statement following the discussion this afternoon during the House Insurance and Banking Subcommittee Meeting and Tuesday’s discussion at the Senate Banking and Insurance Committee Meeting: [Read more…] about Commissioner Altmaier Statement on Hurricane Claims
