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CFO and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis: Firefighter Cancer is Real, Florida Must Step Up

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Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis made the following statement today regarding the unanimous favorable approval of Senate Bill 426, sponsored by Senator Anitere Flores, in the Senate Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability giving firefighters access to insurance benefits upon receiving a diagnosis of cancer:

“Forty-two states have passed laws that give firefighters the support they desperately need to fight cancer and we must add Florida to that list. Cancer rates in our firefighters are absolutely alarming and doing nothing is not an option. These brave men and women shouldn’t be left to shoulder the financial burden for cancer treatment alone. I’m proud of Senator Flores’ willingness to step up for firefighters and ensure they receive the benefits they deserve.”

About CFO Jimmy Patronis
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet, who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and Twitter (@FLDFS).

Governor Ron DeSantis Asks President Donald Trump to Headquarter United States Space Command in Florida

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Governor Ron DeSantis today sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting that the United States Space Command (USSPACECOM) be headquartered in Florida.  [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Asks President Donald Trump to Headquarter United States Space Command in Florida

Attorney General Moody’s Statement on the Loss of Florida Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Daniel Hinton

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Attorney General Ashley Moody issued the following statement regarding the passing of Florida Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Daniel Hinton. Sgt. Hinton suffered cardiac arrest today during a training exercise and later passed away:

“I am deeply saddened by the news that Florida Highway Patrol Master Sergeant Daniel Hinton passed away today. Sgt. Hinton served Floridians honorably and bravely for more than three decades. Please keep his family, friends and colleagues at the Florida Highway Patrol in your prayers.”

Senator Berman Files SB 1156 to Tap the Sun for Florida’s Future

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Seeking to capitalize on an abundance of freely available energy and dramatically bring down costs for consumers, state Senator Lori Berman (D-Delray Beach) on Tuesday announced the filing of legislation establishing the first-ever statewide community solar program. [Read more…] about Senator Berman Files SB 1156 to Tap the Sun for Florida’s Future

Overdorf Files Bill to Push Environmental Projects Forward

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Representative Toby Overdorf moves to end federal
inaction that is delaying critical restoration projects

State Representative Toby Overdorf has filed House Memorial 799, which directs the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to complete the process of transferring the 404 Dredge and Fill Permitting Program to the State of Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection (FDEP). [Read more…] about Overdorf Files Bill to Push Environmental Projects Forward

Youth Advocacy Leaders From Around the State Gather at Capitol

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Each year, Florida Network of Youth and Family Services’ executives from its member agencies and shelters across the state converge at the Capitol to meet one-on-one with legislators regarding key issues involving at-risk youth and their families. [Read more…] about Youth Advocacy Leaders From Around the State Gather at Capitol