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Florida Government & Politics

Brian Mast Urges Robert Wilkie to Reverse Decision Kicking Congressional Offices Out of VA Facilities

On Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie urging the Department of Veterans Affairs...

Florida DailySeptember 18, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Florida Department of Agriculture Launches New Website

Fried’s office showcased FDACS.gov as it hopes to “increase awareness about the department’s broad responsibilities in both agriculture and consumer services and help Floridians...

Florida DailySeptember 17, 2019

Crime News

Florida Wants to Crack Down on Threats Made Against Schools

The Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) launched a new campaign this week to crack down on young people from threatening violence at their...

Kevin DerbySeptember 17, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Florida Congressmen Want to Help Tampa Bay’s Homeless Veterans

U.S. Rep. Gus Bilirakis, R-Fla., who served as the vice-chairman of the U.S. House Veterans House Committee when the GOP controlled the chamber, and...

Kevin DerbySeptember 17, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Ron DeSantis Launches Efforts to Bring Financial Technology Companies to Florida

With the Legislature convening early next year in Tallahassee and committee meetings starting this week, DeSantis and Patronis said they will push for a...

Kevin DerbySeptember 17, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Rick Scott Calls on Trump to Stand Firm Against Iran and Urges Support for Israel

On Monday, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla.. focused on Middle Eastern affairs, calling on President Donald Trump to get tough with Iran and showcasing...

Kevin DerbySeptember 16, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Conservative Anna Paulina Luna Hopes to Take on Charlie Crist in 2020

On Monday, conservative leader Anna Paulina Luna ramped up her campaign for the Republican nomination to challenge U.S. Rep. Charlie Crist, D-Fla.

Kevin DerbySeptember 16, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Debbie Mucarsel-Powell: Feds Sending Almost $21 Million to South Florida

“This announcement brings the total amount of FEMA funding awarded to Miami-Dade County to more than $137 million and Monroe County to more than...

Kevin DerbySeptember 16, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Florida Republicans on Capitol Hill Push Hurricane Dorian Charitable Giving Act

Three members of the Florida congressional delegation are leading the charge on Capitol Hill to offer tax incentives so more Americans will support charities...

Kevin DerbySeptember 16, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Senate Appropriations Bills Include Funds for Everglades Restoration, Rebuilding Tyndall Air Force Base

With help from Florida’s two U.S. senators, the FY2020 Energy and Water Development and Related Agencies Appropriations bill and the FY2020 Department of Defense...

Kevin DerbySeptember 13, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Ross Spano: What’s Taking So Long to Build VA Medical Clinic in Lakeland?

Freshman U.S. Rep. Ross Spano, R-Fla., isn’t happy with how a VA medical center in Lakeland is coming along.

Kevin DerbySeptember 13, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Bill Galvano Names Manatee County Commissioner to Florida Greenways and Trails Council

Among its duties, the Council serves to advise the Florida Department of Environmental Protection on greenway and trail related issues, promote intergovernmental cooperation and...

Florida DailySeptember 12, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

With Strong Support From Florida Delegation, House Backs to Ban Energy Exploration in the Eastern Gulf

With strong support from members of the Florida delegation, the U.S. House passed two bills this week to ban energy exploration off the coast...

Kevin DerbySeptember 12, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Ron DeSantis Unveils Three Year Proposal to Protect Everglades, Florida’s Water

Gov. Ron DeSantis doubled down on his commitment to the Everglades and water across the Sunshine State this week, calling for three years funding...

Kevin DerbySeptember 12, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Miami Mayor Named to Florida Blockchain Task Force

Last month, Patronis showcased the fledgling Florida Blockchain Task Force and began his search to name three appointees to it.

Kevin DerbySeptember 11, 2019

Education News

Florida Council of 100 Unveils Plan to Improve Schools Across the State

The Florida Council of 100 released “Horizons 2040 Project: Grades PreK- 12” which looks at the education challenges and opportunities the state will face...

Florida DailySeptember 11, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Ron DeSantis: Florida Has Stepped Up to Help Bahamas Recover From Hurricane Dorian

On Tuesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted the efforts Floridians have made, including more than $11 million in private donations, to help the Bahamas.

Florida DailySeptember 11, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Ross Spano Doubles Down on Support of Pro-Life Legislation

On Capitol Hill on Tuesday, U.S. Rep. Ross Spano, R-Fla., took part in a GOP-led hearing on the “Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act.”

Kevin DerbySeptember 11, 2019

Education News

Rick Scott Unveils Five Proposals to Keep Higher Ed Costs in Check

On Tuesday, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott, R-Fla., spoke at the Heritage Foundation on the future of higher education and his efforts to keep higher...

Florida DailySeptember 10, 2019

Education News

Lauren Book: Tampons, Sanitary Napkins Should Be in Every K-12 School in Florida

“One in five girls have either left school early or missed school entirely because they did not have access to menstrual products,” Book said....

Kevin DerbySeptember 10, 2019

Crime News

Ashley Moody Warns Floridians on Spam Callers Spoofing Law Enforcement Phone Numbers

On Monday, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody warned about an imposter scam spoofing Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) phone numbers.

Florida DailySeptember 10, 2019

Education News

Florida Schools Do Well in U.S. News and World Report Top Colleges

Elected officials across Florida cheered state universities doing well in the latest U.S. News and World Report rankings of American higher ed institutions.

Florida DailySeptember 9, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

South Florida Congressional Reps Ready to Help Bahamas on Capitol Hill

Three members of the South Florida congressional delegation who sit on the U.S. House Appropriations Committee are calling on the federal government to do...

Kevin DerbySeptember 9, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Florida Mayor Struggles in the Democratic Presidential Primary Race

Back in March, Messam was reelected as mayor of Miramar, winning 86 percent of the vote--and he turned his attention later that month to...

Kevin DerbySeptember 8, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Port of Fernandina Ready to Help Relief Efforts in the Bahamas

With the First Coast dodging a bullet with Hurricane Dorian, Nassau County and the Port of Fernandina believe they are well-positioned to help relief...

Kevin DerbySeptember 8, 2019

Crime News

Ashley Moody Warns Floridians About Scam Charities Claiming to Help Bahamas After Hurricane Dorian

Moody noted that the hurricane devastated the Bahamas but warned about scammers trying to take advantage of charitable Floridians.

Florida DailySeptember 8, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Brian Mast Calls on Army Corps To Avoid Discharges After Hurricane Dorian

On Thursday, in the aftermath of Hurricane Dorian, U.S. Rep. Brian Mast, R-Fla., wrote Col. Andrew Kelly, the Jacksonville District commander of the U.S....

Florida DailySeptember 6, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Marco Rubio, Rick Scott Want Feds to Do More to Help the Bahamas Recover From Hurricane Dorian

On Thursday, Florida’s two Republican U.S. senators--Marco Rubio and Rick Scott---doubled down on their efforts to help the Bahamas which were devastated by Hurricane...

Kevin DerbySeptember 6, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Neal Dunn Backs Donald Trump Moving Funds from Tyndall Air Force Base to Build the Wall

U.S. Rep. Neal Dunn, R-Fla., has spent most of the past year calling on the federal government to rebuild Tyndall Air Force Base which...

Kevin DerbySeptember 5, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Matt Gaetz Praises Trump’s Decision to Use Military Construction Funds to Build the Wall

As the Trump administration gets ready to shift defense funds over to build a wall to help control illegal immigration at the southern border,...

Kevin DerbySeptember 5, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

After Hurricane Dorian, Marco Rubio, Rick Scott Help Relief Efforts for the Bahamas

Florida’s two Republican U.S. senators--Marco Rubio and Rick Scott--were in Miami on Wednesday, working with the American Red Cross to help the Bahamas which...

Florida DailySeptember 5, 2019

Florida Government & Politics

Ron DeSantis: After Hurricane Dorian, Florida Focused on ‘Recovery and Restoration Efforts’

With Hurricane Dorian impacting Florida’s Atlantic coast, Gov. Ron DeSantis spent a busy day on Wednesday as he remained in touch with emergency management...

Kevin DerbySeptember 5, 2019