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DBPR Reports Increases in Business and Occupational Licenses During 2019 Calendar Year

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Growth in Real Estate, Construction, and Lodging and Food Service
Correlates with Other Favorable Economic Indicators in Florida

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) today announced business and occupational license populations increased over the past calendar year, aligning with favorable economic indicators in corresponding facets of Florida’s economy. [Read more…] about DBPR Reports Increases in Business and Occupational Licenses During 2019 Calendar Year

DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor DeSantis’ 2020 State of the State Address

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Agency Remains Committed to Accomplishing
the Governor’s Agenda on Regulatory Reform

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Secretary Halsey Beshears applauded Governor Ron DeSantis’ 2020 State of the State address and continued commitment to occupational license reform. [Read more…] about DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor DeSantis’ 2020 State of the State Address

Florida DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Highlights 2019 Agency Successes

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Agency’s Primary Focus on Occupational Licensing Reform
has Resulted in Increased Access to Employment for Floridians

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Secretary Halsey Beshears today highlighted a series of achievements on occupational licensing reform initiatives and advancements in the delivery of regulatory services that have been part of the agency’s priority focus throughout 2019. [Read more…] about Florida DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Highlights 2019 Agency Successes

Florida DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Bolder, Brighter, Better Future Budget

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The Secretary Affirmed the Budget Reflects the Governor’s Vision of
Reducing Barriers of Entry to Professional Careers for Floridians

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Halsey Beshears today applauded Governor Ron DeSantis’ bold budget recommendations and affirmed these budget plans will guide a continued commitment to regulatory reforms that enhance Florida’s business climate and the occupational opportunities of all Floridians. [Read more…] about Florida DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor DeSantis’ Bolder, Brighter, Better Future Budget

Florida Board of Accountancy Announces Clay Ford Scholarship Recipients for CPA students

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$200,000 awarded to deserving college students through annual scholarship

The Florida Board of Accountancy (FBA), a professional regulation board of the Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), today announced the 2019 recipients of the Clay Ford Scholarship which is awarded to minority students who are pursuing their fifth year of an approved accounting education program which is required to become a certified public accountant (CPA). [Read more…] about Florida Board of Accountancy Announces Clay Ford Scholarship Recipients for CPA students

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Opens Entry Period for Annual Quota Beverage License Drawing

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A total of 51 licenses are available in 27 Florida Counties

The Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s (DBPR) Division of Alcoholic Beverages and Tobacco opened the entry period for the 2019 Quota Beverage License Drawing. [Read more…] about Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Opens Entry Period for Annual Quota Beverage License Drawing

Florida DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor’s 2019 State of the State Address

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Highlights Department Efforts to Pursue Governor’s Vision of Reasonable
Deregulation That Broadens Access to Professional Careers for Floridians

Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation Secretary Halsey Beshears today applauded Governor Ron DeSantis on delivery of the 2019 State of the State address, which emphasized the Governor’s bold commitment to pursuing appropriate deregulation of businesses and professions as a priority of his administration. [Read more…] about Florida DBPR Secretary Halsey Beshears Applauds Governor’s 2019 State of the State Address

Gov. Scott Directs DBPR to Eliminate Licensing Fees for Puerto Ricans Displaced by Hurricane Maria

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Governor Rick Scott today directed Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) Secretary Jonathan Zachem to issue an Emergency Order suspending all fees required for occupational license applications for residents of Puerto Rico who were impacted by Hurricane Maria and are now in Florida. This includes over 50 different individual professional license types, such as barbers and realtors. By suspending fees, residents from Puerto Rico will be able to obtain a license from the state more quickly and continue their careers in Florida.
Governor Scott said, “As families from Puerto Rico relocate to Florida following the devastation caused by Hurricane Maria, it is crucial that we continue to do all we can to make it easier for these individuals to rebuild their lives and provide for their families. Today, I have directed the Department of Business and Professional Regulation to take immediate action to suspend licensing fees that would hinder or delay recovery efforts so these families can get back on their feet and continue successful careers in our state.”
DBPR Secretary Jonathan Zachem said, “Following Hurricane Maria, the Department is working to provide necessary resources to help families and individuals recover and get to work more quickly. We appreciate the leadership of Governor Scott in helping these families, and hope that by eliminating burdensome fees, residents from Puerto Rico will be able to continue their livelihood here in Florida.”
To view the Emergency Order, click HERE.

Gov. Scott Directs DBPR to Make it Easier for Floridians to Rebuild Following Hurricane Irma

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Governor Rick Scott directed Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation’s (DBPR) Secretary Jonathan Zachem to suspend certain regulations and fees that may prevent, hinder or delay necessary response and recovery efforts from Hurricane Irma. This order applies to all counties identified in the Major Disaster Declaration and will help Floridians more quickly repair and rebuild their homes and businesses. To view the Emergency Order, click HERE.
Governor Scott said, “Right now, families across the state are beginning the challenging process of repairing and rebuilding their homes and businesses after the impact of this massive storm. It is incredibly important that we do all we can to make it easier for these families to quickly and safely recover, which is why I have directed DBPR to take immediate action to suspend certain regulations that would hinder or delay recovery efforts. We will continue to work closely with our communities across the state to make sure they have all they need to help Florida fully rebuild and recover from Hurricane Irma.”
Secretary Jonathan Zachem said, “Many Floridians have been adversely impacted by Hurricane Irma. Under Governor Scott’s leadership, the Department is working to suspend burdensome regulations and provide the resources needed during this difficult time to help quickly repair and rebuild.”
The Emergency Order allows licensed general, building, and residential contractors to perform roofing repair and installation and also permits local governments to authorize local and specialty contracting licenses for individuals and businesses that are already licensed in jurisdictions throughout Florida so they can perform roofing repair and installation in impacted areas. This will allow areas of the state most affected by Hurricane Irma to be flexible and assist Floridians with immediate restoration during this difficult time. Florida’s high building standards and safety requirements will not be affected. Lastly, the order waives all Department fees for occupational or professional businesses who must relocate or reopen because of damage caused by Irma and its effects.
The Emergency Order will correspond with the effective dates of Governor Scott’s Executive Order 17-235 and any extensions thereof.