NEW LAWS IN EFFECT Twenty-two bills passed by the Legislature and signed by the Governor went into effect on October 1st. Here is a sampling: HB 55 – allows the use of credit cards to pay for background checks for gun purchases. HB 135 – allows deaf people to voluntarily identify themselves as hearing-impaired when Read more about Issues of Interest[…]
Candidates running for office at the local, state and federal level have less than five weeks to convey their messages until the general election on November 6th. Both gubernatorial candidates announced their lieutenant governor picks by the required September 6th deadline. Republican nominee, Congressman Ron DeSantis, chose House Pro Tempore Jeanette Nuñez and Democratic nominee, Read more about From the Capitol[…]
HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION FUNDING Governor Scott told the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) to file a budget amendment to redirect funding for homelessness prevention services. The Legislature provided DCF spending authority in the FY 2018-19 budget for the Challenge Grant, but did not provide for the funding. The Challenge Grant funds are directed to local Read more about Issues of Interest[…]
MALL PARKING Two outlet malls in Orlando are now offering premium parking for a $10 fee. Orlando International Premium Outlets mall and the Orlando Vineland Premium Outlets have roped off a few hundred parking spots for those who prefer to have reserved parking rather than search for an open spot. FLORIDA BOATING ACCIDENTS Florida saw an increase Read more about Issues of Interest[…]
Appointments by Governor Rick Scott: Broward College District Board of Trustees Appointed was Matthew Caldwell, Fort Lauderdale, president and chief executive officer of the Florida Panthers Hockey Club. Caldwell serves on the board of directors for the Boys & Girls Club, and as a council member for the Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance CEO Council. Daytona State Read more about Movers and Shakers[…]