Florida

Florida Senate Majority Leader Kathleen Passidomo (R-Naples) today released the following statement regarding the successes of the 2020 Florida Legislative Session. [Read more…] about Statement from Majority Leader Passidomo on 2020 Legislative Session Accomplishments

Florida Ending 2019 With Continued Positive
Economic Indicators and Investments for the Future

Governor Ron DeSantis today announced Florida’s unemployment rate dropped to a low 3.1 percent, a historic low, recorded only twice in more than 40 years and the first time since March 2006. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Florida’s Historic Low Unemployment Rate

The Agency for Health Care Administration (Agency) issued final orders to five providers for failure to meet licensure requirements during the month of June. [Read more…] about Agency Took Licensure Action Against Six Providers, 13 Additional Providers Suspended or Terminated from the Medicaid Program

While Florida is often thought of as a mecca for retirees, a recent analysis of moving trends by one of the nation’s top moving companies documented that nearly a third of new residents moving to the Sunshine State are young professionals. [Read more…] about Young Professionals Moving to Florida is On the Rise

It’s been a consistent theme echoed by law enforcement: “See something, say something.” [Read more…] about Following weekend attacks, Sen. Berman and Rep. Stark refile legislation to expand Florida’s Red Flag laws

Governor Ron DeSantis today announced a plan to significantly expand Florida’s electric vehicle infrastructure by increasing the number of charging stations along major thoroughfares throughout the state. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Plan for Expansion of Florida’s Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

Governor Ron DeSantis today announced the following appointments and reappointments to Florida’s Judicial Nominating Commissions: [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces 66 Appointments and Reappointments to Florida’s Judicial Nominating Commissions

Governor Ron DeSantis today announced that the Florida Department of State (DOS) and Florida’s 67 County Supervisors of Elections will engage in a cooperative cybersecurity initiative ahead of the 2020 election. [Read more…] about Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Plan to Evaluate Security of Elections Systems in Florida and a Total of $5.1 Million for Election Cybersecurity

Legislation sponsored by State Senator Bobby Powell, Jr. (D-West Palm Beach) and State Representative David Silvers (D-West Palm Beach) boosting vital mental health care for Florida’s youth is now heading to the governor’s desk for signature following unanimous passage in both the Senate and House this week. [Read more…] about Bills to Improve Florida’s Mental Health Treatment and Services Clear House and Senate with Unanimous Support

Governor Rick Scott today announced four awards for more than $29 million in funding from the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund. [Read more…] about Gov. Scott: $29 Million Investment will Continue to Grow Jobs Across Florida