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U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) today testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Appropriations Committee about the importance of funding the Comprehensive Everglades Restoration Plan, which consists of projects designed to restore the Everglades and combat harmful algal blooms (such as the EAA Southern Storage Reservoir). [Read more…] about Mast Testifies Before Congress To Secure Funding To Combat Harmful Algal Blooms, Restore Everglades
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis today joined Senator Anitere Flores for a press conference to highlight the need for cancer coverage for Florida’s firefighters. [Read more…] about CFO and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis: Fighting for Florida’s Firefighters
After more than four decades of public service, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) delivered his farewell remarks on the Senate floor today. [Read more…] about Nelson delivers farewell address to Senate
The United States House of Representatives today passed a resolution introduced by U.S. Congressman Brian Mast (FL-18) condemning the Assad regime and its backers, including Russia and Iran, for their continued support of war crimes and crimes against humanity in Syria. [Read more…] about House Passes Mast Resolution Condemning Assad Regime, Russia, Iran For Human Rights Atrocities in Syria
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) spoke on the Senate floor today about the future of the nation’s space program and the importance of continuing to invest in new technologies to explore the heavens and one day take humans to Mars. [Read more…] about Sen. Nelson’s remarks on the Senate floor
After speaking about the legacy of President George H.W. Bush, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson took to the Senate floor to remind his colleagues about the importance of protecting the right to vote for all Americans and called on Congress “to correct what has happened in our system.” [Read more…] about Nelson urges colleagues to protect the right to vote and “correct what has happened in our system”
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) took to the Senate floor today to honor the life and legacy of George H.W. Bush. [Read more…] about Sen. Nelson’s remarks on George H.W. Bush
U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) took to the Senate floor today to blast the Trump administration’s ongoing efforts to undermine the nation’s existing health care law. [Read more…] about Nelson calls on Trump administration to stop undermining health care law
Musician Brianna Kalon, a Florida native, was deeply moved by the devastation suffered by communities across the Florida Panhandle during Hurricane Michael. Inspired, she worked with songwriter John Hilton Revell and songwriter and producer Miller Joyner to create a heartfelt, moving song and music video to lift up those affected by the catastrophe and encourage others to continue providing relief to victims. [Read more…] about Music Video “Carry On” is New Anthem of Hope to Drive Donations for Hurricane Michael Victims
