Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Signs SB 2, 4, 6 and 8
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Florida Legislative Black Caucus Opposes Republicans’ “Onerous Fee Based” Restrictions on Amendment 4
Representative Bruce Antone, Chairman of the Florida Legislative Black Caucus, joined fellow Democratic lawmakers at the Florida Capitol Wednesday to criticize Republican efforts to subvert the will of Florida voters by imposing onerous court fees on felons seeking to have their voting rights restored. [Read more…] about Florida Legislative Black Caucus Opposes Republicans’ “Onerous Fee Based” Restrictions on Amendment 4
Governor Ron DeSantis Attends the Captains for Clean Water Skiff Challenge Kickoff
Governor Ron DeSantis, joined by First Lady Casey DeSantis, today spoke at the Captains for Clean Water Skiff Challenge kickoff. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Attends the Captains for Clean Water Skiff Challenge Kickoff
While students ‘Rally in Tally’ to oppose arming teachers, House stalls
In partnership with the Florida Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence and March For Our Lives, students from across Florida arrived at the state Capitol to voice their opposition to Senate Bill 7030 and House Bill 7093 on Wednesday. [Read more…] about While students ‘Rally in Tally’ to oppose arming teachers, House stalls
Attorney General Moody Asks DMS to Evaluate State Contract with Company that Provided Services to Backpage.com
Attorney General Ashley Moody today urged the Florida Department of Management Services to look into its vendor, SalesForce, Inc., a company that provided technical support to Backpage.com. [Read more…] about Attorney General Moody Asks DMS to Evaluate State Contract with Company that Provided Services to Backpage.com
Tallahassee faculty, student leaders to host “Renewable Energy Roundtable”
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WHAT: In celebration of Earth Month, Environment Florida Research & Policy Center will hold a “Renewable Energy Roundtable” at Florida State University to discuss the technology, infrastructure and policies needed to transition to a society completely powered by renewable sources. [Read more…] about Tallahassee faculty, student leaders to host “Renewable Energy Roundtable”
CFO Patronis Commends President Trump and Governor DeSantis for Steadfastly Supporting the Florida Panhandle
With the news that Governor Ron DeSantis today signed the official contract granting our state 45 days of 100 percent federal funding to recover from Hurricane Michael, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis issued the following statement: [Read more…] about CFO Patronis Commends President Trump and Governor DeSantis for Steadfastly Supporting the Florida Panhandle
Volunteer Florida, Uber Announce Fourth Annual Suits For Session Service Project
Volunteer Florida and Uber announced that the fourth annual Suits for Session service project will be held on the Second Floor Rotunda at the Florida Capitol on Thursday, April 11, 2019 from 9 am to 5 pm (ET). [Read more…] about Volunteer Florida, Uber Announce Fourth Annual Suits For Session Service Project
House Committee votes to advance bill that would endanger at risk youth
House Judiciary Committee advances parental consent for abortion despite
opposition from medical community, health care advocates and patients
A majority on the Florida House Judiciary Committee vtoday oted to advance House Bill 1335 requiring young people to obtain parental consent prior to receiving an abortion. [Read more…] about House Committee votes to advance bill that would endanger at risk youth
Enterprise Florida Board of Directors Meet, Position Organization for ‘Bold Ventures’
The Board of Directors for Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) met Tuesday on the campus of Florida A&M University to map future initiatives and opportunities. Governor Ron DeSantis, chairman of the Board, addressed directors on his vision for future economic growth and opportunities.
“I enjoyed addressing the board of Enterprise Florida to discuss ways we can continue to increase opportunities for Floridians,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “The private sector plays an integral role in our success and I appreciate the work Enterprise Florida does to drive business to our state.”
“Florida’s future is bright, our governor is bold, and Enterprise Florida is ready to be the go-to hub for the insight and intelligence we will need for the economic growth and diversification that our citizens deserve,”said Joe York, Vice Chairman of the Enterprise Florida Board of Directors.
The Board also received updates on Opportunity Zones and EFI strategies for financial services and aviation/aerospace industry job creation in Florida.
“As we sit here at the end of the first quarter in 2019, we are a better organization with a distinct mission and we aim to keep getting better,” said Jamal Sowell, President and CEO of EFI. “Governor DeSantis is committed to undertaking some pretty bold ventures on behalf of Floridians, and EFI is orienting itself to execute his strategy.”
About Enterprise Florida
Enterprise Florida, Inc. (EFI) is a partnership between Florida’s businesses and government leaders and is the principal economic development organization for the state. EFI facilitates job growth through recruitment and retention; small business growth through international trade and exporting programs; promotion of sporting events; promotion and protection of Florida’s military bases; and capital funding programs to assist small and minority businesses.