Builds on previous orders that provide options and flexibility
The Florida Department of Education (FDOE) today issued Emergency Order 2021-EO-02. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Education Issues Emergency Order
Soup Du Jour
Senate Unanimously Passes Balanced Budget, Ensures Significant Reserves as Economy Recovers
Key investments in child welfare, minimum wage – New infrastructure plan mitigates impacts of sea level rise, provides affordable housing options, enhances wastewater programs
The Florida Senate today unanimously passed Senate Bill 2500, the General Appropriations Act, a proposed state budget for the 2021-2022 fiscal year, and also passed the implementing bill and conforming bills associated with a balanced budget for the upcoming fiscal year. [Read more…] about Senate Unanimously Passes Balanced Budget, Ensures Significant Reserves as Economy Recovers
Senate Passes Comprehensive Plan to Invest in Florida’s Infrastructure
The Florida Senate today passed Senate Bill 2512, Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions, and Senate Bill 2514, Resilient Florida Trust Fund. [Read more…] about Senate Passes Comprehensive Plan to Invest in Florida’s Infrastructure
27 arrested in Operation No Warning
Suspects were a major supplier of cocaine in Leon and Gadsden counties
Florida Department of Law Enforcement agents, along with Leon County Sheriff’s Office, Tallahassee Police Department and Florida Highway Patrol, arrested 27 suspects charged with drug crimes, including wide-scale drug trafficking in Leon and Gadsden counties. [Read more…] about 27 arrested in Operation No Warning
Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Proposal of $1,000 Bonuses for Florida’s Principals and Teachers
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced a proposal to provide $1,000 bonuses to public school principals and full-time classroom teachers for grades Pre-K through 12th grade in Florida. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Proposal of $1,000 Bonuses for Florida’s Principals and Teachers
Safe & Healthy Big Bend Deploys Public Service Announcements to Educate Communities on COVID-19
The Safe & Healthy Big Bend Initiative, a united effort of Big Bend community leaders in local government, health care, education, business, and the faith community, this week launched a series of public service announcements (PSAs) on COVID-19 and its impact on the region. [Read more…] about Safe & Healthy Big Bend Deploys Public Service Announcements to Educate Communities on COVID-19
Survey Explores Higher Levels of Stress Since Start of Pandemic
“Mind Your Mental Health Florida” Campaign Encourages Floridians to Call 2-1-1
More than half of Floridians have experienced increased stress levels since the start of the pandemic, and a leading organization is encouraging individuals experiencing these challenges to take an important first step to improve their lives. [Read more…] about Survey Explores Higher Levels of Stress Since Start of Pandemic
Senate Passes Legislation to Ensure College Tuition Exemptions for Students in DCF Care
Legislation increases access to dual enrollment, creates framework to reward
exceptional university staff, enhances professional development options for teachers
The Florida Senate today passed Senate Bill 52, Postsecondary Education, by Senator Ray Rodrigues (R-Ft. Myers). [Read more…] about Senate Passes Legislation to Ensure College Tuition Exemptions for Students in DCF Care
Bills that Create a Pathway to Careers in Long Term Care Advance
Senate and House Committees Approve Legislation
Making the Personal Care Attendant Program Permanent
The COVID-19 pandemic has shined a light on the need for long-term solutions to help nursing centers attract and retain new talent to meet the needs of Florida’s growing elderly population. [Read more…] about Bills that Create a Pathway to Careers in Long Term Care Advance
Governor DeSantis Announces a Proposed $75 Million to Invest in Two New Get There Faster Initiatives
Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the expansion and creation of the Get There Faster Initiative, a $75 million dollar investment toward two new initiatives to expand access and enrollment in quality, in demand Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, postsecondary credentials, and work-based learning programs. [Read more…] about Governor DeSantis Announces a Proposed $75 Million to Invest in Two New Get There Faster Initiatives
