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Published on September 19, 2023 - 21:34 GMT

Space Florida Board of Directors Selects Colonel Robert Long, United States Space Force, Ret. as New President and Chief Executive ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Space Florida, announced the selection of Colonel Robert Long, United States Space Force, Ret. as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. With an extensive background in the military and space industry, Colonel Long will …

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Published on September 19, 2023 - 04:09 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards Recognition Payments for Florida’s First Responders in Duval County

Governor also announced more than 3,100 recruitment bonuses awarded to new law enforcement officers JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis visited the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office to deliver $1,000 bonuses that reward first responders and …

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Published on September 19, 2023 - 04:09 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards More Than $3.5 Million for Infrastructure Improvements in Clay County through the Florida Job Growth ...

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded more than $3.5 million to the Clay County Board of County Commissioners through the Governor’s Florida Job Growth Grant Fund for targeted infrastructure improvements. Clay County’s population has …

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Published on September 19, 2023 - 04:09 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Expands Maternity and Family Leave for State Employees

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis expanded maternity and family leave for Florida state employees. The expansion was approved during today’s meeting of the Governor and Cabinet. Eligible state employees can receive paid maternity leave for up …

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Published on September 19, 2023 - 04:09 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Implementation of Florida’s Prescription Drug Reform Act

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and members of the Florida Cabinet approved rules to implement several provisions of the Prescription Drug Reform Act (SB 1550). The rules approved today increase accountability among pharmaceutical …

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Published on September 18, 2023 - 15:36 GMT

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Announces Winners of the 2023 Florida Space Art Contest for K–5 Students

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announced 12 finalists, one recipient of the first-of-its-kind Romero Britto Award, and two grand prize winners for the 2023 Florida Space Art Contest. “I am pleased to announce this year’s …

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Published on September 16, 2023 - 03:12 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Requests USDA Disaster Declaration to Support Florida Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Idalia

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis has requested a U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Disaster Declaration to support Florida’s farmers who were impacted by Hurricane Idalia. In addition to impacting crop yields, Hurricane Idalia also impacted …

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Published on September 16, 2023 - 03:12 GMT

MEMORANDUM: Executive Order 23-184 (Executive Order of Suspension)

Good Afternoon, Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 23-184 (Executive Order of Suspension), suspending Alejandro Diaz de la Portilla from his position as City of Miami Commissioner, District 1. On September 14, 2023, Alejandro Diaz de la …

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Published on September 15, 2023 - 21:06 GMT

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Announces Winners of the 2023 Florida Python Challenge®

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announced the winners of the 2023 Florida Python Challenge®. This year, Florida had 1,050 participants from 35 states and Belgium remove 209 Burmese pythons from South Florida during the 10- …

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Published on September 15, 2023 - 21:06 GMT

FDOT Picks Up More Than 100,000 Cubic Yards of Debris Within Two Weeks Following Hurricane Idalia

~FDOT brings relief to Big Bend communities with cut-and-toss, and debris removal~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted state efforts of clearing debris from roads to expedite hurricane recovery. Since landfall, frontline workers …

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Published on September 15, 2023 - 21:06 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Nine to the Jackson County Hospital District

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Sarah Clemmons, Wilanne Daniels, Allen Harkins, Charles Hudson Jr., John Milton, Reverend Louie “LaVon” Pettis, Robert Reiff, Dr. Joseph Sherrel, and Henry “Keith” Williams to …

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Published on September 15, 2023 - 21:06 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Matthew McClain to the Marion County Board of County Commissioners

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Matthew McClain to the Marion County Board of County Commissioners. Matthew McClain McClain, of Ocala, is a Chief Legislative Aide for Florida Senator Dennis Baxley. Previously …

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Published on September 14, 2023 - 15:03 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Recruits Illinois Law Enforcement Officers Through Bonus Program

Push follows recent Illinois legislation ending cash bail and allowing noncitizens to become law enforcement officers TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the state of Florida is launching billboards in the Greater Chicago Area, where …

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Published on September 13, 2023 - 19:37 GMT

Governor DeSantis Hosts Discussion About COVID Boosters with State Surgeon General and Health Experts

~During the discussion, State Surgeon General Dr. Ladapo announces that Florida will be the first state to recommend against COVID-19 boosters for individuals under age 65~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis held a discussion with State …

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Published on September 13, 2023 - 19:37 GMT

First Lady Casey DeSantis Highlights the Expansion of CarePortal to Support Florida’s Vulnerable Adults

Through the Hope Florida program, Hope Navigators use the CarePortal to help Floridians access services available within their own communities TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — First Lady Casey DeSantis highlighted the expansion of Florida’s CarePortal platform to …

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Published on September 12, 2023 - 20:55 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Yaffa Popack to the Florida International University Board of Trustees

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Yaffa Popack to the Florida International University Board of Trustees. Yaffa Popack Popack, of Miami Beach, is the Co-Owner of YMP Real Estate Management. Active in her …

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Published on September 12, 2023 - 20:55 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Joe Nunziata to the Central Florida Expressway Authority

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Joe Nunziata to the Central Florida Expressway Authority. Joe Nunziata Nunziata is the Co-Chief Executive Officer of FBC Mortgage, LLC. Active in his community, he serves on …

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Published on September 12, 2023 - 16:41 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Directs the Department of Environmental Protection to Expedite Waterway Debris Removal Following Hurricane ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis directed the Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to undertake the removal of storm debris from waterways in the Big Bend region following Hurricane Idalia. DEP has already tasked an existing …

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Published on September 9, 2023 - 02:39 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards $1.6 Million through the Florida Disaster Fund to support Florida Families Impacted by Hurricane ...

Today’s awards support Florida teachers and local community churches to help with recovery efforts CHIEFLAND, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced more than $1.6 million in awards through the Florida Disaster Fund to …

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Published on September 8, 2023 - 21:19 GMT

Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights the Florida State Guard Response Efforts Following Hurricane Idalia

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted the Florida State Guard’s efforts to help impacted Floridians following Hurricane Idalia. In preparation for Hurricane Idalia, the Florida State Guard was activated for the first time in more than …

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