The crime rate in Florida fell by 9.0 percent, according to the 2018 Annual Uniform Crime Report, marking the 48th consecutive year Florida has seen a drop in its crime rate. [Read more…] about Florida crime drops in 2018
Government
Budget signing marks successful legislative session for State University System
Governor Ron DeSantis signed a $5.1 billion State University System
budget targeted at strategic investments in student success.
Governor Ron DeSantis signaled his support of the State University System of Florida Friday, signing the fiscal year 2019-2020 budget, as passed by the Florida Legislature. [Read more…] about Budget signing marks successful legislative session for State University System
Eastbound I-4 Shifting to Permanent Configuration Through Downtown Orlando on June 24
Nightly Closures Preceding the Shift Throughout the Weekend
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is shifting eastbound Interstate 4 (I-4), from South Street to Lee Road, to its permanent configuration as soon as 5 a.m. on Monday, June 24. [Read more…] about Eastbound I-4 Shifting to Permanent Configuration Through Downtown Orlando on June 24
Commissioner Altmaier Applauds FY 2019-2020 Budget
Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Commissioner David Altmaier released the following statement today following the Governor’s signature of Senate Bill 2500, General Appropriations Act, securing Florida’s 2019-2020 FY Budget: [Read more…] about Commissioner Altmaier Applauds FY 2019-2020 Budget
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Executive Director Ken Lawson’s Response to Governor Ron DeSantis’ signing of the 2019-2020 Budget
Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Executive Director Ken Lawson issued the following statement today in response to Governor Ron DeSantis’ signing of the 2019-2020 budget: [Read more…] about Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Executive Director Ken Lawson’s Response to Governor Ron DeSantis’ signing of the 2019-2020 Budget
Florida Chamber of Commerce Files Reply Brief with Florida Supreme Court Validating Position That Energy Proposal is Unconstitutional
Proposed Amendment Violates Single Subject Rule, Engages Logrolling,
and Alters and Performs Functions of Multiple Branches of Government
Florida Chamber Files Reply Brief With Supreme Court
The Florida Chamber of Commerce today filed a reply brief with the Florida Supreme Court restating its alignment with Florida’s Attorney General Ashley Moody, that the state’s high court should strike down the unconstitutional energy proposal. [Read more…] about Florida Chamber of Commerce Files Reply Brief with Florida Supreme Court Validating Position That Energy Proposal is Unconstitutional
Nightly Closures of the Westbound I-4 Off Ramp to Saxon Boulevard
Exit 111A to Deltona Closed 10 p.m. – 6 a.m. June 24-26
In conjunction with improvements to the Interstate 4 (I-4) and Saxon Boulevard interchange (Exit 111), the westbound I-4 off ramp to eastbound Saxon Boulevard (Exit 111A) will be closed from 10 p.m. to 6 a.m. Monday through Wednesday, June 24-26. [Read more…] about Nightly Closures of the Westbound I-4 Off Ramp to Saxon Boulevard
Governor Signs Budget Supporting Vulnerable Floridians
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today signed his A Bold Vision for a Brighter Future Budget that demonstrates his commitment to helping vulnerable Floridians, including those served by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (APD). [Read more…] about Governor Signs Budget Supporting Vulnerable Floridians
Secretary Mayhew’s Statement on the Governor’s Budget
Agency for Health Care Administration Secretary Mary Mayhew released the following statement today in response to Governor DeSantis’ signing of the state budget: [Read more…] about Secretary Mayhew’s Statement on the Governor’s Budget
Governor Ron DeSantis Signs the Bold Vision for a Brighter Future Budget
Governor Ron DeSantis signed the Bold Vision for a Brighter Future state budget for fiscal year 2019-2020. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Signs the Bold Vision for a Brighter Future Budget