Florida Government News for February 2021
Voting and election reform, limiting the minimum wage increase, honoring Rush Limbaugh. FL Senators Rubio, Scott on Biden’s Cabinet nominees.
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Curated news and posts about Florida’s legislative, executive and judicial branches of government, its U.S. Senators, and the issues they address
Florida Government News for January 2021
COVID-19 liability protection, DeSantis’ “anti-mob” and “free speech” bills among legislative priorities. Sweeping school choice bill proposed.
Government’s Role in Distributing the Coronavirus Vaccine
Our state and local governments have different roles, responsibilities, and authorities for distributing the coronavirus vaccine in Florida.
Florida Government News for December 2020
Vaccine arrives in Florida. DeSantis bucks CDC recommendations. Fired data scientist’s home raided by state police. Can we trust Florida’s data?
Florida Government News for November 2020
Republicans strengthen hold on power going into crucial redistricting year. Structural changes to budget likely. New House and Senate leaders have new ideas.
Florida Government News for October 2020
Voting and the elections, the coronavirus, and the M-CORES toll road project were among the top stories in Florida government news in October.
On the Ballot: Congressional District 19
Democrat Cindy Banyai and Republican Byron Donalds are running to serve Congressional District 19.
On the Ballot: Florida House District 105
Republican David Borrero and Democrat Maureen Porras are running for Florida House District 105.
On the ballot: Florida House District 80
Republican Lauren Melo and Democrat Laura Novosad are running for Florida House District 80.
On the Ballot: Florida House District 106
Sara McFadden is challenging incumbent Bob Rommel for Florida House District 106.