Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) today released Senate Bill 170, which would remove the statute of limitations on prosecuting sexual offenses of minors. [Read more…] about Sen. Linda Stewart re-files bill to remove the statute of limitations for child victims of sexual assault
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First Lady Casey DeSantis Applauds State Board of Education for Implementing Substance Abuse and Mental Health Education
First Lady Casey DeSantis today issued the following statement applauding the State Board of Education for officially implementing an initiative regarding substance abuse and mental health education for students in grades K-12. [Read more…] about First Lady Casey DeSantis Applauds State Board of Education for Implementing Substance Abuse and Mental Health Education
Lauderhill man claims $3.5 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot
The Florida Lottery announces that Marcel Jerome, 68, of Lauderhill, claimed the $3.5 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot from the drawing held on August 17, 2019, at Florida Lottery Headquarters in Tallahassee. [Read more…] about Lauderhill man claims $3.5 million FLORIDA LOTTO® jackpot
State Board of Education Approves Substance Use and Abuse Health Education Rule
Commissioner of Education Richard Corcoran today applauded the State Board of Education for requiring accountability in the delivery of age appropriate substance use and abuse health education for students in grades K-12. [Read more…] about State Board of Education Approves Substance Use and Abuse Health Education Rule
Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Opens Entry Period for Annual Quota Beverage License Drawing
A total of 51 licenses are available in 27 Florida Counties
The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s (DBPR) Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco opened the entry period for the 2019 Quota Beverage License Drawing. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Opens Entry Period for Annual Quota Beverage License Drawing
Top Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Experts Join Forces As Florida Behavioral Health Association
The annual Florida Behavioral Health Conference kicked off today in Orlando with the launch of the Florida Behavioral Health Association (FBHA). [Read more…] about Top Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Experts Join Forces As Florida Behavioral Health Association
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Florida to Join the Electronic Registration Information Center to Enhance Election Security & Ensure Accurate Voter Rolls
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that Florida will join the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC) as part of his administration’s ongoing efforts to enhance the security and integrity of Florida’s elections. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Florida to Join the Electronic Registration Information Center to Enhance Election Security & Ensure Accurate Voter Rolls
While Chances of a Recession in Florida Are Increasing, Florida’s Economic Diversification Ranking is Also Strengthening
The probability of a Florida recession over the next nine months has increased to 34.2 percent, according to Florida Chamber Foundation Chief Economist Dr. Jerry Parrish, in the latest in a series of metrics-based educational videos. [Read more…] about While Chances of a Recession in Florida Are Increasing, Florida’s Economic Diversification Ranking is Also Strengthening
Overdorf Expands Leadership Role in Ending Human Trafficking
The Office of State Representative Toby Overdorf today announced that House Speaker Jose Oliva has appointed him to the Direct Support Organization for the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking. [Read more…] about Overdorf Expands Leadership Role in Ending Human Trafficking
Flyover Bridge Work Requires Nighttime Detour on S.R. 46
As Part of Building the Wekiva Parkway
Crews are scheduled on multiple nights to close State Road (S.R.) 46 in both directions at U.S. 441 to allow crews to pour the bridge deck for the new flyover bridge. [Read more…] about Flyover Bridge Work Requires Nighttime Detour on S.R. 46
