A soldier mobilized in support of the COVID-19 response in south Florida has tested positive for the COVID-19 virus. [Read more…] about FLNG Soldier Tests Positive for COVID-19
COVID-19
Commissioner Fried Advising Farmers to Utilize New Flexibilities on Crop Insurance Due to COVID-19
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is today advising farmers to utilize new flexibilities for crop insurance announced by the United States Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Risk Management Agency (RMA). [Read more…] about Commissioner Fried Advising Farmers to Utilize New Flexibilities on Crop Insurance Due to COVID-19
COVID-19 and Its Impact on the Relocation Industry
Industry Experts Weigh in on the Tough Questions
On Wednesday, a panel of leading relocation experts discussed how global companies are handling the COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic across a range of industries. [Read more…] about COVID-19 and Its Impact on the Relocation Industry
Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
The Florida National Guard (FLNG), under the direction of Gov. Ron DeSantis, is responding to the needs of the state alongside our interagency partners, helping to protect citizens and guests throughout this crisis. [Read more…] about Florida National Guard COVID-19 Response
Commissioner Nikki Fried Asks Congress to Prioritize Agriculture, Nutrition, Broadband During COVID-19
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried today sent a letter to Congressional leadership requesting additional federal flexibility for industries and programs critical during the COVID-19 pandemic. [Read more…] about Commissioner Nikki Fried Asks Congress to Prioritize Agriculture, Nutrition, Broadband During COVID-19
CFO Patronis: We Must Ensure Florida’s Firefighters Have the Resources Needed to Fight COVID-19
Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis today issued a statement following a call with the President of the Florida Professional Firefighters and the President of the Florida Fire Chiefs Association. [Read more…] about CFO Patronis: We Must Ensure Florida’s Firefighters Have the Resources Needed to Fight COVID-19
Senator Victor Torres calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
With the number of Covid-19 infections surging and testing data still lagging, state Senator Victor Torres (D-Orlando) on Tuesday called on Governor Ron DeSantis to close non-essential businesses and issue a stay home order to protect the people of Florida. [Read more…] about Senator Victor Torres calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
Senator Annette Taddeo calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
With the number of Covid-19 infections surging and testing data still lagging, state Senator Annette Taddeo (D-40) continues to call on Governor Ron DeSantis to close non-essential businesses and issue a stay home order to protect the people of Florida. [Read more…] about Senator Annette Taddeo calls on Governor to close non-essential businesses/issue stay home order statewide
State Senator José Javier Rodríguez calls for temporary shelter in place order
With the number of COVID-19 infections surging and testing data still lagging, on Tuesday state Senator José Javier Rodríguez (D-Miami) renewed a request to Governor Ron DeSantis for a temporary stay-home order and an order temporarily closing non-essential businesses if not statewide then at least in outbreak zones like Miami-Dade and Broward. [Read more…] about State Senator José Javier Rodríguez calls for temporary shelter in place order
Helpful Resources for Floridians Impacted by COVID-19
The Florida Office of Financial Regulation (OFR) is offering resources to Floridians who may need help finding information about their financial services provider(s), including state-chartered banks, credit unions, mortgage servicers or other financial businesses and professionals. [Read more…] about Helpful Resources for Floridians Impacted by COVID-19