Florida Realtors®, the state’s largest professional trade association with more than 187,000 members, applauds Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signing into law House Bill 1159 which includes important measures designed to protect and promote the rights of private property owners. [Read more…] about Florida Realtors® applauds Governor DeSantis, Florida Legislature for protecting/promoting private property rights
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Governor DeSantis Signs Senator Book’s Bill to Combat Human Trafficking Ahead of Miami Super Bowl
A bill by Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) to combat human trafficking was tonight signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis. [Read more…] about Governor DeSantis Signs Senator Book’s Bill to Combat Human Trafficking Ahead of Miami Super Bowl
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs 15 Bills
Governor Ron DeSantis today signed the following bills:
- CS/CS/SB 366 – Infectious Disease Elimination Programs
- CS/CS/SB 620 – Military-friendly Initiatives
- CS/CS/HB 427 – Honor and Remember Flag
- CS/CS/HB 441 – E911 Systems
- CS/CS/HB 449 – Alzheimer’s Disease
- CS/CS/HB 501 – Alternative Treatment Options for Veterans
- CS/CS/HB 725 – Commercial Motor Vehicles
- CS/HB 807 – Civics Education
- CS/CS/CS/HB 829 – Attorney Fees and Costs
- CS/CS/CS/HB 851 – Human Trafficking
- CS/CS/CS/HB 905 – Department of Transportation
- HB 1045 – Closing the Gap Grant Proposals
- CS/HB 1159 – Private Property Rights
- CS/HB 1209 – Caregivers for Children in Out-of-Home Care
- HB 6017 – Small-scale Comprehensive Plan Amendments
For PDF copies of the transmittal letters, click HERE and HERE.
DCF Announces Upcoming Installation of Telehealth Portals for Mental Health Services in Northwest Florida Schools
More than 35,000 students will have access to mental health services through innovative health care technology to rebuild students’ emotional and mental well-being following Hurricane Michael.
First Lady Casey DeSantis and Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Chad Poppell today announced the upcoming implementation of telehealth portals in all public schools in Bay, Gulf, Franklin, Calhoun, and Liberty Counties to improve access to mental health services for more than 35,000 students impacted by Hurricane Michael. [Read more…] about DCF Announces Upcoming Installation of Telehealth Portals for Mental Health Services in Northwest Florida Schools
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Two Bills to Support Florida’s Veterans
Governor Ron DeSantis today signed CS/CS/HB 501: Alternative Treatment Options for Veterans and CS/CS/HB 427: Honor and Remember Flag, at the University of South Florida’s Office of Veteran Success.
“Here in Florida, we take great pride in being the most veteran-friendly state in the nation and I am proud to sign these two bills today to support our veterans,” said Governor DeSantis. “With more than 1.5 million veterans living in Florida, this community makes up an important part of our state’s identity. While we may never be able to fully repay these men and women for their sacrifices, we will continue to do everything we can to support them and their families.”
“I’m proud of Governor DeSantis, our Cabinet and legislature for supporting FDVA and the 1.5 million veterans of our state,” said Danny Burgess, Executive Director of the Florida Department of Veterans’ Affairs. “Together, we will work to ensure Florida continues to lead the charge as the most veteran-friendly state in the nation.”
Photo Credit: Governor’s Press Office
CS/CS/HB 501, sponsored by Representative Mel Ponder and Senator Tom Wright, creates a $200,000 pilot program focused on treating post-traumatic stress and traumatic brain injuries in veterans using alternative therapies. It expands available therapies for eligible veterans to include accelerated resolution therapy, equine therapy, music therapy, service animal training therapy and hyperbaric oxygen therapy at registered facilities
“I would like to thank Governor DeSantis for signing this good piece of legislation today,” said Representative Mel Ponder. “Too many veterans are returning home with wounds from conflict, after laying their lives on the line for our freedom, to insufficient care. We need to do better to honor and thank the sacrifices these heroes have made for us and this legislation is a step in the right direction.”
“I’m so proud Governor DeSantis signed the alternative treatments bill today,” said Senator Tom Wright. “This bill will allow us to provide the treatments our veterans need to cure PTSD/TBI. These men and women have served us proudly and with honor and now it’s our time to serve them.”
Photo Credit: Governor’s Press Office
CS/CS/HB 427, sponsored by Representative Tommy Gregory and Senator Joe Gruters, allows the flying of a new flag, the Honor and Remember Flag, to serve as the state’s emblem of the service and sacrifice of the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who have given their lives in the line of duty. It allows the flag to be flown on Veterans Day, Gold Star Mother’s Day and a day on which a member of the United States Armed Forces who is a resident of Florida loses his or her life.
“It was my honor, as a retired Air Force officer and member of the Legislature, to ask the State of Florida to display this flag to honor the men and women who gave their lives defending our country and recognize the sacrifices of Gold Star families,” said Representative Tommy Gregory.
“It was an honor to be a part of this piece of legislation that recognizes and remembers our fellow Floridians, Gold Star Families, and Fallen Heroes who gave their lives so we can live ours,” said Senator Joe Gruters.
Governor DeSantis was joined at the bill signing by FDVA Executive Director Danny Burgess, Bryan Anderson of non-profit Veterans Alternative, Gold Star father Kris Hager, Senators Tom Wright and Kelli Stargel, Representatives Tommy Gregory, Jamie Grant, Jennifer Webb and Fentrice Driskell, and Representative-elect Randy Maggard.
For more information on CS/CS/HB 501, read the bill summary HERE.
For more information on CS/CS/HB 427, read the bill summary HERE.
I-95 Project in Daytona Beach One Step Closer to Final Interchange Layout
New exit ramp system opens this week, Drivers to exit sooner than usual
Motorists traveling on southbound Interstate 95 (I-95) exiting to U.S. 92 (International Speedway Boulevard), westbound Interstate 4 (I-4), and eastbound State Road (S.R.) 400 (Beville Road) will do so at a new location, sooner than they usually would exit I-95, starting the morning of Friday, June 28. [Read more…] about I-95 Project in Daytona Beach One Step Closer to Final Interchange Layout
Attorney General Moody and Uber Announce Human Trafficking Interdiction Training Ahead of 2020 Super Bowl
Attorney General Ashley Moody and Uber today announced efforts to stop human trafficking ahead of Super Bowl LIV. [Read more…] about Attorney General Moody and Uber Announce Human Trafficking Interdiction Training Ahead of 2020 Super Bowl
First Lady Casey DeSantis to Hold Media Availability at Tampa General Hospital
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First Lady Casey DeSantis will hold a media availability at Tampa General Hospital on Thursday, June 27th, 2019. [Read more…] about First Lady Casey DeSantis to Hold Media Availability at Tampa General Hospital
Governor Ron DeSantis to Visit Habitat for Humanity of Broward
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Governor Ron DeSantis will deliver remarks and dedicate the first seven of more than 70 Habitat for Humanity of Broward homes at the A Rick Case Habitat Community on Thursday, June 27th, 2019. This is the largest Habitat for Humanity community ever built in Broward County, a 9-acre, 77-home site in Pompano Beach.
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Governor Ron DeSantis Receives Nine Bills from the Florida Legislature
Governor Ron DeSantis today received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Receives Nine Bills from the Florida Legislature