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State Tipoffs Involving Florida Newsletter for 2024-02-10 ( 16 items )  
Duane Morris Partner Kevin E. Vance Elected President of the Academy of Florida Management Attorneys (10)
BOCA RATON, Florida, Feb. 9 -- Duane Morris, a law firm, issued the following news release: Duane Morris LLP partner Kevin E. Vance has been inducted as president of the Academy of Florida Management Attorneys. The nonprofit serves as a forum for the free exchange of ideas, knowledge and continuing education for senior Florida management-side labor and employment attorneys. Vance has served on the board of directors and as an officer of the organization for the past three years. Vance is mana more PR

Fla. Highway Safety & Motor Vehicles Dept.: Trooper Zachary Fink to Receive Full Line of Duty Death Honors, Memorial Service Set for Monday, February 12, 2024 (10)
PORT ST. LUCIE, Florida, Feb. 9 -- The Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles issued the following news release on Feb. 8, 2024: Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Zachary Fink will be memorialized during a private funeral service held at Christ Fellowship Church in Port St. Lucie on Monday, February 12, 2024, at 11:00 am. There will be no graveside service or viewing. After the Memorial Service, there will be a private Law Enforcement escort for Trooper Fink's family to their resp more PR

Fla. State Senate: Bill Creating Sales Tax Holiday On Electric Bicycles And Scooters Passes Second Committee (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- The Florida State Senate issued the following news release: Senator Linda Stewart (D- Orlando) unanimously passed SB 58 through the Senate Finance and Tax Committee. The bill would create two 45 day sales tax exemption periods on personal electric transportation vehicles. The bill specifically provides sales tax breaks for the following items: an electric bicycle with a sales price of $1,750 or less, an electric scooter with a sales price of $500 or less, a hel more PR

Florida Attorney General Issues Weekly Briefing on Feb. 9, 2024 (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody issued the following weekly briefing (Vol. 6, Issue 6): * * * Super Bowl LVIII is this weekend, and all across Florida and the U.S., people are gearing up for the Kansas City Chiefs to take on the San Francisco 49ers. Traditionally, the NFL's championship game is the most watched television event of the year, with last year's being one of the most watched TV programs of all time. So, while the final NFL game of the season more PR

FLORIDA DEMOCRATIC PARTY SLAMS DONALD TRUMP'S ADDRESS TO THE NRA (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- The Florida Democratic Party issued the following statement on Feb. 9, 2024: * * * Tonight, Donald Trump is expected to deliver a keynote address at the National Rifle Association's Presidential Forum. In response, the Florida Democratic Party has issued the following statement: "As we approach the sixth anniversary of the Parkland massacre, Donald Trump's continued pandering to the gun lobby proves he's unfit to serve as president," said FDP Chair Nikki Fried more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis and Experts Discuss Grand Jury Report on COVID-19 (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2024: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph A. Ladapo met with members of Florida's Public Health Integrity Committee (PHIC) to discuss the First Interim Report released by the Florida Statewide 22nd Grand Jury on the harmful impacts of mask mandates and lockdowns, all pushed by the federal government. To watch the roundtable click here. "Florida rejected the  more PR

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints David Clark to the Florida Talent Development Council (10)
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 10 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Feb. 9, 2024: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of David Clark to the Florida Talent Development Council. David Clark Clark, of Havana, is the Chief Executive Officer of MyGovGuide and the Managing Partner of Allegiant Strategies Group. A veteran of the United States Army, he previously served as a Deputy Chief of Staff for Governor Ron DeSantis and currently serves as the  more PR

Iowa Department of Commerce: Iowa Joins $1.5 Million Multistate Securities Settlement Against Crypto Platform, TradeStation (10)
DES MOINES, Iowa, Feb. 9 -- The Iowa Department of Commerce's Insurance Division issued the following news release: The State of Iowa entered into a settlement with TradeStation Crypto, Inc. (TradeStation) to resolve a multi-state securities investigation into TradeStation's crypto interest-earning program. "Whatever Iowans may be looking to invest in, it's always important for them to be vigilant and protect their assets," Commissioner Doug Ommen said. "Iowans can always double-check before i more PR

Laura Walda Appointed to the Mead Botanical Garden Board of Trustees (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, Feb. 9 -- Lowndes, a law firm, issued the following news release: Lowndes is pleased to announce that attorney Laura Walda was recently appointed to the Mead Botanical Garden Board of Trustees. Mead Botanical Garden has a vision of creating an urban oasis where nature, people, and culture coexist harmoniously. With a mission to enrich the community through the exploration, appreciation, and advancement of nature and cultural arts, the organization aims to raise support, grow more PR

MDC's Homestead Campus President Among Recipients of Paragon Award by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (10)
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 10 -- Miami Dade College issued the following news release: Dr. Oscar Loynaz, president of Miami Dade College's (MDC) Homestead Campus, has been selected to receive the Paragon Award for New Presidents, a distinction conferred by Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society (PTK). Dr. Loynaz was chosen among 24 college leaders across the U.S. He will be recognized during the PTK Catalyst 2024, the organization's annual convention in Orlando, FL, April 4-6, 2024. "I am honored to receive  more PR

Miami-Dade County Hires New Mosquito Control Division Director Dr. John-Paul Mutebi (10)
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 9 -- The Miami-Dade County government issued the following news release: The Miami-Dade County Department of Solid Waste Management (DSWM) informs the public that the Mosquito Control Division has a new Division Chief, Dr. John-Paul Mutebi. The scientist and industry veteran takes over for the previous director, Dr. William Petrie, who retired last spring, and the acting chief Dr. Isik Unlu, who will now return to full-time duties as the Division's Operations Manager. Dr. M more PR

Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust Board Meeting Scheduled for February 15 (10)
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 9 -- The Miami-Dade County government issued the following news release on Feb. 7, 2024: The Miami-Dade Economic Advocacy Trust (MDEAT) Board of Trustees extends an invitation to the community for its public, monthly board meeting scheduled for Tuesday, February 15, 2024, at 10:30 a.m. The board meets at the Stephen P. Clark Government Center, located at 111 N.W. 1st Street, 18th Floor, Suite 18-4 in Downtown Miami. The MDEAT board serves as the governing entity of the Cou more PR

Michigan Democratic Party: Senate Showdown - Pensler Bashes "Unprincipled" "Professional Politician" Rogers, Meijer Stayed in Michigan Unlike Florida Rogers (10)
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 10 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release: The "bloodbath" Michigan GOP Senate primary is getting even more chaotic. Candidates are not holding back as they whack each other in the Senate Showdown. Here's the latest on the Michigan Republicans' "clash:" * Peter Meijer said that he didn't move out of the state after he lost his Congressional race, which is in direct contrast to Mike Rogers who abandoned Michigan for Florida. * When asked to  more PR

OUC Announces Board Changes for 2024 (10)
ORLANDO, Florida, Feb. 10 -- The Orlando Utilities Commission issued the following news on Feb. 9, 2024: OUC- The Reliable One's Board of Commissioners announces the following appointments, effective January 23, 2024. Commissioner Larry Mills, Th.D., has assumed the role of OUC Commission president for a two-year term. Mills joined the board in 2018 and served as chair of the Audit-Finance Committee for two years. Retired, Mills served as corporate vice president of human resources and busines more PR

Rev Up Your Taste Buds: Michael Waltrip's Signature Beers Now Available at Daytona Beach International Airport (10)
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Feb. 10 -- The Daytona Beach International Airport issued the following news release: Race fans know Michael Waltrip as the two-time Daytona 500 winner, former NASCAR Cup Series driver and team owner who serves as an analyst for FOX NASCAR. They may not know he launched Michael Waltrip Brewing Company in 2021. On Monday, Feb. 12, Waltrip will serve as guest bartender at Daytona Beach International Airport, giving passengers the opportunity to chat it up with the legenda more PR

West Palm Beach Joins Charge@Work, A National Program Growing Electric Vehicle Charging at Workplaces (10)
WEST PALM BEACH, Florida, Feb. 10 -- The city of West Palm Beach issued the following news: In his continuing commitment and support of workers and clean transportation access in the workplace, Mayor Keith A. James has signed the Charge@Work pledge to grow electric vehicle (EV) charging in the workplaces. "This pledge reflects our mission to provide an environmentally sustainable infrastructure that benefits our employees, residents, and visitors," said Keith A. James, Mayor of The City of Wes more PR