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Florida Government & Politics

Mario Diaz-Balart Introduces the Cuban Family Reunification Modernization Act

“This bipartisan bill provides a way to safely resume the processing of applicants under the Cuban Family Reunification Parole (CFRP) Program, which has been...

Kevin DerbyApril 22, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Marco Rubio Backs Ted Cruz’s Bill to Stop Russia, China, Iran, North Korea From Buying Land Near U.S. Bases

On Wednesday, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., said he was supporting the “Protecting Military Installations and Ranges Act” from U.S. Send. Ted Cruz, R-Texas.

Kevin DerbyApril 22, 2021

Education News

Nikki Fried: USDA Extending Universal Free School Meals Through June 2022

“With food insecurity worsened by an ongoing pandemic, its lasting effects will be felt by Florida’s most vulnerable for years to come. Ensuring that...

Florida DailyApril 22, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Rick Scott Backs Marsha Blackburn’s Proposal to Stop Nuclear Deal With Iran

Other backers of Blackburn’s proposal include U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz, R-Texas., Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, and Mike Lee, R-Utah.

Kevin DerbyApril 22, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Ashley Moody Warns Biden About Court Packing, Wants Commission on Supreme Court Meetings Open to Public

According to news reports, the commission will examine expanding the nation’s highest court. Moody sent a letter to Biden reminding the president that all...

Florida DailyApril 22, 2021

Crime News

Florida Delegation Reacts to Chauvin Verdict

Chauvin was found guilty of charges of second-degree murder, third-degree murder and manslaughter. The trial received national attention and raised debates about law enforcement,...

Kevin DerbyApril 21, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Marco Rubio Brings Back Medical Manufacturing, Economic Development, and Sustainability Act

The bill “encourages companies currently producing medical and pharmaceutical equipment abroad to relocate to the U.S.” and “would also enact a tax credit of...

Kevin DerbyApril 21, 2021

Education News

Rick Scott Outlines Education Priorities in Letter to Miguel Cardona

In his letter, Scott discussed the importance of reopening our schools, addressing the student debt crisis, keeping higher education affordable, and ensuring students and...

Florida DailyApril 21, 2021

Crime News

Marco Rubio Joins Senate Call on Joe Biden to Nominate Ambassador to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism

In January, Rubio’s “Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Act” to enhance the State Department’s role in combating and monitoring anti-Semitism around the...

Florida DailyApril 21, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Florida Congressman Tours Southern Border, Calls for End to ‘Catch and Release’ Policies

Franklin was joined by U.S. Rep. James Comer, R-Ky., who leads Republicans on the U.S. House Oversight and Reform Committee, and U.S. Rep. Yvette...

Kevin DerbyApril 21, 2021

Education News

Richard Corcoran: Florida Civics and Debate Initiative Starts Applications for 2021-2022 School Year

Currently, the program is active in 30 Florida school districts, with 59 participating schools and more than 1,300 student competitors. The goal is to...

Florida DailyApril 21, 2021

Education News

Florida Delegation Wants Sunshine State to Get Its Share of Funds to Teach English in K-12

In 2019, U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy, D-Fla., and U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Fla.. paired...

Kevin DerbyApril 20, 2021

Crime News

Barney Bishop: Ron DeSantis’ Anti-Riot Bill Will Help Ensure Public Tranquility in this Time of Violent Protests

Since violent riots have broken out in Portland‭ (‬did they ever really stop‭?)‬,‭ ‬Seattle,‭ ‬Minneapolis,‭ ‬New York and Chicago, to name just a few,...

Barney Bishop IIIApril 20, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Bill Posey, Brian Mast Bring Back National Estuaries and Acidification Research Act

The bill “directs the Ocean Studies Board of National Academies to conduct a two-year study examining the science of ocean acidification and its impact...

Kevin DerbyApril 20, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

FEMA Announces $16.2 Million Headed to the Panhandle for Hurricane Michael Expenses

FEMA’s Public Assistance program is an essential source of funding for communities recovering from a federally declared disaster or emergency. FDEM works with FEMA...

Florida DailyApril 20, 2021

Education News

Cancel Culture Advocates in Jacksonville Need to Sing and Learn About ‘Amazing Grace’

With the assistance of the Jacksonville Chamber of Commerce, cancel culture continues to surface on the First Coast, this time over the proposed renaming...

Matt SchellenbergApril 19, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Ron DeSantis: DEO Sending Out $148 Million Through Rebuild Florida Mitigation General Infrastructure Program

The program, administered by DEO, allows local governments to develop large-scale infrastructure projects to make communities more resilient to future disasters.

Florida DailyApril 19, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Jimmy Patronis Calls on Veterans, Active Duty Military to Create Financial Plans During Military Saves Month

Military Saves Month is a month-long national effort to encourage the military community to strengthen their financial well-being.

Florida DailyApril 19, 2021

Crime News

Ashley Moody: PGT Innovations Team Receiving Anti-Human Trafficking Training

On Thursday, Moody announced in Sarasota County that all of PGT Innovations will receive anti-human trafficking training through the Highway Heroes campaign. PGT Innovations...

Florida DailyApril 19, 2021

Education News

Joe Biden Nominates Gwen Graham for Assistant Secretary Post at Education Department

“Gwen Graham, who honed her commitment to public service as a leader in Florida’s local public schools, is a respected former Member of Congress...

Kevin DerbyApril 19, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Unemployment Rate Remained 4.7 Percent in Florida for March

DEO stressed that Florida has experienced eleven consecutive months of job growth, gaining 32,900 private-sector jobs in the month of March 2021. From April...

Florida DailyApril 19, 2021

Crime News

Ted Deutch, Vern Buchanan Get Seniors Fraud Prevention Act Through the House

Estimates show that fraud against senior citizens can cost more than $40 billion a year.

Kevin DerbyApril 19, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Marco Rubio Wants to Make Sure President Can’t Leave NATO Without Senate Approval

Last week, U.S. Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Va., brought back a resolution which he first introduced in 2019. Rubio is the main co-sponsor.

Kevin DerbyApril 19, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Florida’s Senators Continue the Fight to Ban TikTok on Government Devices

Several federal agencies and departments, including the State Department, the Department of Homeland Security, the Department of Defense and TSA have already banned TikTok...

Kevin DerbyApril 18, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Ted Yoho Honored by Mongolian Government With Order of the Polar Star

Yondongiin Otgonbayar, the Mongolian ambassador to the U.S., presented Yoho the award this week at an event at the Mongolian embassy. The award was...

Kevin DerbyApril 16, 2021

Education News

FIU Creating Maurice A. Ferré Institute for Civic Leadership

The new institute will honor the life and work of its namesake and will address the critical matters of preparing diverse leadership for public...

Florida DailyApril 16, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

After MLB Moves All-Star Game, Marco Rubio Wants to Remove its Antitrust Exemption

U.S. Sen. Mike Lee introduced the bill on Wednesday with the support of Rubio and fellow Republican U.S. Sens. Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee, Ted...

Kevin DerbyApril 15, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Vern Buchanan Makes a Bid to Lead the Ways and Means Committee

Brady, who currently leads Republicans on the committee, announced this week that he will not run next year.

Kevin DerbyApril 15, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Florida TaxWatch Calls for Comprehensive Review of Government Leasehold Law

The report introduces the idea that Florida’s taxation of government-owned property leased by non-government entities does not align with the principles of sound tax...

Florida DailyApril 15, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Rick Scott Offers Resolution to Honor Customs and Border Protection Agents

Republican U.S. Sens. Ted Cruz of Texas, Josh Hawley of Missouri, Ron Johnson of Wisconsin and James Lankford of Oklahoma co-sponsored the resolution.

Kevin DerbyApril 15, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Gus Bilirakis, Charlie Crist Lead Effort to Lower Flood Insurance Rates for Pinellas County Residents

During a recent federal delegation meeting, Pinellas County announced that it has met the requirements to have its National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Community...

Florida DailyApril 15, 2021

Florida Government & Politics

Darren Soto, John Rose Team Up on Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety Act

On Wednesday, U.S. Rep. John Rose, R-Tenn., brought out the “Haulers of Agriculture and Livestock Safety (HAULS) Act” with Soto as a co-sponsor.

Kevin DerbyApril 15, 2021