WASHINGTON, July 9 [Category: Science] -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * Ahead of FPL Filing, OPC Files Mounting Opposition * The Office of Public Counsel provided expert testimony that FPL should decrease rates by $620.5 million in 2026 instead of the near $1.545 billion increase the company's filings requested for the same period Today, Florida Power and Light (FPL) is expected to file testimony to the Public Service Commission (PSC) in response to the   more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Buchanan Introduces Bipartisan, Bicameral Legislation to Extend Successful "Hospital at Home" Programs * Ensures 23 Florida Hospitals Can Continue Acute Hospital Care at Home WASHINGTON -- Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Chair of the Health Subcommittee on Ways and Means, announced that he introduced the Hospital Inpatient Services Modernization Act alongside Reps. Lloyd Smucker (R-Pa.) and Dwi  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Kat Cammack, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Cammack, Gonzales Lead Letter Urging HHS to Fast-Track Livestock Treatment Approvals * Washington, D.C. -- Today, Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) and Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) led a group of Republican lawmakers in sending a letter to Health and Human Services (HHS) Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. urging coordination between HHS, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Environmental   more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Maxwell Frost and Senator Jeff Merkley Introduce Bicameral Pro Renters Bill, the End Junk Fees for Renters Act * Frost and Gomez First Introduced the Bill to Increase Affordability and Transparency for Renters in 2023 WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (D-FL) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) announced the introduction of bicameral legislation aimed at addres  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Rep. Jimmy Patronis, R-Florida, issued the following news release on July 10, 2025: * * * Congressman Patronis: Congress Delivered a Big, Beautiful Victory for America July 10, 2025 Today, Congressman Jimmy Patronis issued a statement on the second and final passage of H.R. 1 - One, Big Beautiful Bill Act. President Donald J. Trump is expected to sign the One, Big, Beautiful Bill on the Fourth of July. Congressman Jimmy Patronis said, "With the final passage of th  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Laurel Lee, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Laurel Lee Reintroduces Bipartisan CBP SPACE Act to Strengthen Security at U.S. Seaports * Washington, D.C. \- Today, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (R-FL-15) reintroduced the CBP SPACE Act (Securing Ports and America's Commerce and Economy) to foster help a collaborative approach to securing trade and travel. It is essential that Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and seaports work together   more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- CSX Transportation Inc., Jacksonville, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA), supporting the Association of American Railroads' (AAR) petition to waive certain compliance requirements of track inspection regulations. The request seeks to decrease the frequency of manual, visual inspections in scenarios where advanced Track Geometry Measurement Systems (TGMS) are utilized. James Schwichtenberg, Vice President of Safety at C  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The U.S. Department of Defense, has announced the availability of a grant designed to support the research of the endangered Snail Kite across the Everglades, Florida. This initiative, titled Demographic, Movement, and Habitat Studies of the Endangered Snail Kite in Response to Operational Plans in the Everglades, seeks to enhance understanding of this vulnerable species while integrating conservation efforts with military operational planning. The grant offers funding wi  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Aaron Bean, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * DOGE Caucus Co-Chairs Lead House Effort to Eliminate Billions in Wasteful Payments * WASHINGTON-- In response to more than $160 billion in fraudulent payments in Fiscal Year 2024, DOGE Caucus co-chairs Congressmen Aaron Bean (FL-04), Blake Moore (UT-01), and Pete Sessions (TX-17) introduced the Delivering on Government Efficiency (DOGE) in Spending Act to combat financial fraud and theft of taxpayer d  more

BOCA RATON, Florida, July 11 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * BEPI Poll: Hispanic Economic Optimism Falls By Amber Bonefont Hispanic consumers are spending less as optimism about their economic outlook dwindles amid inflation and economic uncertainty, according to a poll from the Business & Economics Polling Initiative at Florida Atlantic University. The Hispanic Consumer Sentiment Index read in at 81.2 f  more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 11 -- Florida Court Clerks and Comptrollers issued the following news release on July 10, 2205: * * * FCCC Launches Newly Redesigned Website TALLAHASSEE, Fla. - Florida Court Clerks & Comptrollers (FCCC) is proud to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website at www.FLClerks.com. The updated website reflects FCCC's continued commitment to transparency, accessibility, and innovation in service to Florida's Clerks of the Circuit Court, Comptrollers, government  more

JACKSONVILLE, Florida, July 11 (TNSrep) -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release: * * * FIS Unveils InnovateIN48 Champions as Technologists Push the Boundaries of AI Key facts: * InnovateIN48, FIS' flagship innovation competition challenged its technologists to "Transform Fintech Through the Power of AI" * Now in its 12th year, nearly 2,000 developers and engineers across 438 teams from 15 countries participated in the event, demonstrating the global scale o  more

MIAMI, Florida, July 11 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: * * * Cybersecurity MBA students talk tech, business and policy in D.C. By Michelle Lopez With cybersecurity threats escalating globally and the rapid rise of AI reshaping policy debates, 24 students from the MBA in Cybersecurity Risk Management program at FIU Business traveled to Washington, D.C., last month for a high-impact residency focused on th  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Florida Dental Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration advocating for the continued availability of fluoride prescription drops and tablets for infants and toddlers. The organization emphasizes that these supplements are safe and effective tools in combating dental decay among young children. In the letter, Florida Dental Association President John H. Paul, DMD, stated, "Fluoride supplements are essential to protectin  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Florida Immigration Law & Justice Center, Miami, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), opposing proposed revisions to Form G-325A and significant changes to the Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS) deferred action protections. The organization argues that these policy changes will severely endanger vulnerable immigrant youth, undermining their safety and well-being. In the letter addressed to Jerry Rigdon,   more

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, July 11 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * College of Law and College of Nursing launch online Health Law and Policy Graduate Certificate By Suzi Baugh Florida State University's College of Law and College of Nursing have partnered to launch a new Health Law and Policy Graduate Certificate, designed specifically for students and health care professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of the legal and regulatory landscape in health care  more

MIAMI, Florida, July 10 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Secures EUR107 Million High Court Award for Kingdom of Sweden, Over 46,000 Swedish Pension Savers * LONDON - 10 July 2025 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP has achieved a significant High Court victory for the Swedish Pension Agency, on behalf of the Kingdom of Sweden, and over 46,000 pension savers affected by the 'Falcon Fund Fraud' in one of   more

MCLEAN, Virginia, July 10 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Hilton Surpasses 500 Hotels in Florida, Fueled by Multi-brand Expansion and Deepening Coastal Footprint * Commitment to Sunshine State remains strong with nearly 140 properties in pipeline, with lifestyle brands playing a pivotal role in Hilton's growth across the destination MCLEAN, Va. and MIAMI - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) announces a major milestone, surpassing 500 open hotels   more

ORLANDO, Florida, July 11 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * How Disney Cast Members Inspire Guests to Protect the Planet * Did you know there's a hidden gem inside Disney's Animal Kingdom Theme Park where guests can get up-close with animals, learn about conservation and watch expert veterinary care and science in action? Just a short ride away on the Wildlife Express Train, Rafiki's Planet Watch is where guests can meet and learn from passionate and dedicat  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Vern Buchanan, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Buchanan Highlights Historic Wins for Working Americans in "One Big, Beautiful Bill" The Hill Op-Ed * "The Average Family in my District Would Have Faced a $1,700 Tax Hike" WASHINGTON -- Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, penned an op-ed in The Hill highlighting how the "One Big, Beautiful Bill" delivers on the Republican agenda to cut ta  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * IN CASE YOU MISSED IT... Sen. Rick Scott in the Wall Street Journal: Capitalism Gives Opportunity for the American Dream; Socialism Destroys it * WASHINGTON, D.C. - In case you missed it, Senator Rick Scott wrote a letter to the editor of the Wall Street Journal in response to Matthew Hennessey's article " Capitalism Needs Champions. " In his letter, Senator Scott calls out the hypocrisy of far-left r  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Kaine Statement on Virginia's Slip in 'Top States for Business' Ranking * WASHINGTON, D.C.-- Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine released the following statement after Virginia fell behind North Carolina, Texas, and Florida in the CNBC's Top States for Business report for 2025: "Virginia's slip in CNBC's Top States for Business ranking once again highlights that the chaos and uncertainty caused by Preside  more

MELBOURNE, Florida, July 11 -- L3Harris Technologies, a technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider, issued the following news release: * * * L3Harris Delivers First P-8A Poseidon Aircraft to US Navy * WACO, Texas, July 10, 2025 -- L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has delivered the first overhauled P-8A Poseidon aircraft to Naval Air Systems Command (NAVAIR) - a key milestone that supports the U.S. Navy's readiness goals. L3Harris is performing prog  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 [Category: Political] -- The League of Women Voters issued the following news release: * * * League of Women Voters of Florida and LULAC Secure Narrow Preliminary Injunction in Ballot Initiative Case * TALLAHASSEE, FL -- The US District Court for the Northern District of Florida issued a limited ruling striking down the application of specific provisions of Florida's House Bill 1205. The ruling allows noncitizen members of the League of Women Voters of Florida (LWVFL) and  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * Lee Defends Religious Freedom in Football Game Prayer Case * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) led an amicus brief today to protect Americans from religious discrimination by state governments. Senator Lee filed the brief to defend free speech and religious observance from infringement by government entities as part of the case Cambridge Christian School v. Florida High School Athletic Association.  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- LifeLink Tissue Bank, Tampa, Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding draft guidance aimed at reducing the risk of transmission of Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) by human cells, tissues, and cellular products. The organization expressed its gratitude for the agency's decision to release the guidance in draft form, allowing for revisions based on community feedback. In the letter addressed to Dr. Vinay Prasad  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- The Lions World Vision Institute, Tampa, Florida, submitted a public comment letter to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) regarding its draft guidance on minimizing the risk of transmitting Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb) through human cells, tissues, and cellular products. The nonprofit organization emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to stem potential reductions in tissue availability while maintaining safety standards. Katrina Capuzzo, LWVI's Director of  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Donalds Bipartisan Initiative To Name House Press Gallery After Frederick Douglass Passes With Unanimous Support This afternoon, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Donalds-resolution H.Res.137 - "The Bipartisan Frederick Douglass Press Gallery Renaming Resolution" by unanimous, bipartisan, voice vote to officially name the U.S. House of Representatives Press Gallery after the legendary aboliti  more

WASHINGTON, July 9 -- Rep. Laurel Lee, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Representatives Laurel Lee and Gus Bilirakis Respond to the Eighth Circuit Court's Decision * Tampa, FL - Yesterday, the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals vacated the FTC's final Negative Option Rule put in place by Lina Khan, October 2024. The rule was set to be implemented in 2025. In June, Congresswoman Laurel Lee introduced a Congressional Review Act (CRA) resolution to rescind the Biden-Harris Adm  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. John Rutherford, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Rutherford, Carter, Fry, and Rouzer Launch the House South Atlantic Red Snapper Task Force * WASHINGTON, D.C. - On Thursday, U.S. Congressmen John H. Rutherford (FL-05), Buddy Carter (GA-01), Russell Fry (SC-07), and David Rouzer (NC-12) launched the House South Atlantic Red Snapper Task Force the day before the South Atlantic red snapper recreational fishing season begins. Reps. Rutherford, Ca  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Ashley Moody Requests POTUS, Secretary Rubio Continue Maximum Pressure on Maduro Regime to Secure Release of Remaining Americans Held Hostage Senator Ashley Moody and Senator Rick Scott sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio applauding his continued efforts with President Trump to hold the Venezuelan regime accountable as they work to bring freedom and democracy to Venezuela. In   more

WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging released the following opening remarks from a June 4, 2025, hearing entitled "The Aging Farm Workforce: America's Vanishing Family Farms": * * * The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will now come to order. Today, we are gathered to discuss a very pressing issue, not just for our aging community, but for our country. The U.S. is the breadbasket of the world, thanks largely to family farm  more

WASHINGTON, July 11 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, released the following opening remarks from a June 25, 2025, hearing entitled "Lessons from the Field: How Sports Medicine Can Improve Health Outcomes for Seniors": * * * "The U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging will now come to order. As we have heard from expert witnesses in previous hearings, staying active is one of the most effective ways for older Americans to prevent disease, improv  more

PLANO, Texas, July 10 [Category: Sociological] -- The First Liberty Institute, an organization that says it is dedicated to defending liberty for all Americans, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from First Liberty Institute on American Bar Association's Rating of Judicial Nominee Jordan Pratt * Washington, DC-- The following statement may be attributed to Hiram Sasser, Executive General Counsel for First Liberty Institute: The Honorable Jordan Pratt is a judge on the Flori  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 (TNSFR) -- The University of Alabama, Birmingham Campus, has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects, establishing a cultural affiliation with five Indian tribes and native Hawaiian organizations. This includes the Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Texas, Mississippi Band of Choctaw Indians, Poarch Band of Creek Indians, Seminole Tribe of Florida, the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and the Thlopthlocco Tribal Town. This action is in accordance with the N  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 (TNSFR) -- The University of Florida Museum of Natural History has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects, establishing a cultural affiliation with four Indian tribes and native Hawaiian organizations. These include the Miccosukee Tribe of Indians, Seminole Tribe of Florida, the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and the Seminole Nation of Oklahoma. This action is in accordance with the Native American Graves Protection and Repatriation Act. The museum h  more

HERNDON, Virginia, July 11 -- Volkswagen of America, an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, issued the following news release: * * * Volkswagen Group of America and its dealers support more than 164,000 American jobs and contribute nearly $44 billion to the U.S. economy, study finds * Manufacturing and research and development jobs increased strongly since the last study in 2019 with a 30% increase in manufacturing and a 16% increase in R&D * About half of the direct, indirect, an  more

WASHINGTON, July 10 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release: * * * Wasserman Schultz Writes Secretary Rubio: Act Now to Free Cuban Political Prisoners Held for Four Years * Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Representative Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) wrote U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio to request his urgent attention to Cubans fighting for democracy as the regime continues its brutal crackdown on dissent. Her request called for Rubio to quickly i  more