Public Policy Tipoffs Involving Florida Newsletter for Saturday August 02, 2025 ( 26 items ) |
3 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named Variety Music Legal Elite 2025
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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3 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Named Variety Music Legal Elite 2025
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ATLANTA - Aug. 1, 2025 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP Shareholders Jess Rosen, Bobby Rosenbloum, and Paul D. Schindler were chosen as honorees on Variety ' s 2025 Music Legal Elite list.
Variety's second annual Music Legal Elite list recognizes top attorneys who excel in representing music b
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Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International: Beyond the Call - Recognizing Human Trafficking
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Aug. 2 -- The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International issued the following news:
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Beyond the Call: Recognizing Human Trafficking
Detective Ricky J. Lynn, LevelUp 911 Training
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This one-hour presentation, led by Rick Lynn of LevelUp 911 Training, focused on the prevalence of human trafficking in the United States, highlighting that it is the second-largest criminal enterprise in the country, generating over $52 billion annually. Lynn
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Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International: Managing a Multigenerational Workforce
DAYTONA BEACH, Florida, Aug. 1 -- The Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials International issued the following news:
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Managing a Multigenerational Workforce
Kristin K. Gonul, MA Criminal Justice, Management and Administration, Association of Central Oklahoma Governments
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Kristin Gonul, 911 Education Coordinator for the Association of Central Oklahoma Governments (ACOG), led a dynamic session on managing a multigenerational workforce. With over 10 years of experience as
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Attorney Austin Alderman Publishes Article Addressing Key Elements of Florida's Agritourism Act
ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 2 -- Dean Mead, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Attorney Austin Alderman Publishes Article Addressing Key Elements of Florida's Agritourism Act
The article "Cattle, Trespass Signs & Blueberries - Understanding Florida's (often asked) Agritourism Rules" was developed following a presentation attorney Austin Alderman did at the 2025 Florida Agritourism Association Conference.
The presentation, titled "Legal Policy, Agritourism & My Family's Farm: A
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Bilirakis, Bergman and Self Introduce Bill to Enhance Transparency in VA Prescribing Practices
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. Gus M. Bilirakis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Bilirakis, Bergman and Self Introduce Bill to Enhance Transparency in VA Prescribing Practices
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Washington, D.C. - In a significant step toward enhancing transparency and protecting patient rights within the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), Representatives Gus Bilirakis (FL-12), Jack Bergman (MI-01) and Keith Self (TX-03) have introduced the Written Informed Consent Act. This legislation wou
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Don't Wait for Insurance Settlement to Apply for SBA Low Interest Loans: Physical Damage Deadline to Apply is Approaching
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- The Small Business Administration's Office of Disaster Assistance issued the following news release:
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Don't Wait for Insurance Settlement to Apply for SBA Low Interest Loans: Physical Damage Deadline to Apply is Approaching
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ATLANTA - The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) is encouraging businesses, private nonprofits (PNPs) and residents in Florida, who sustained damages due to severe storms and tornadoes beginning on June 25, 2025 to apply to the federal d
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Donalds And Regional FBI Partners Co-Host Scam Awareness Workshop In Bonita Springs
WASHINGTON, July 29 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Donalds And Regional FBI Partners Co-Host Scam Awareness Workshop In Bonita Springs
BONITA SPRINGS, Fla. - Yesterday, the Office of Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) co-hosted a free, scam awareness workshop at the Bonita Springs Library alongside regional FBI partners.
This event was the third installment of the Office of Congressman Byron Donalds Community Workshop Summer Series. Attendees receive
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Donalds Attends Crew 11 Mission Briefing At Kennedy Space Center Amid Efforts To Relocate NASA HQ And Revive SLC-37
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release on Aug. 1, 2025:
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Donalds Attends Crew 11 Mission Briefing At Kennedy Space Center Amid Efforts To Relocate NASA HQ And Revive SLC-37
MERRITT ISLAND, Fla. - Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) joined officials from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), SpaceX, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA), the Russian State Space Corporation (ROSCOSMOS), and the United States Departmen
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Donalds Visits Central Florida Launch Site Stuck In Red-Tape: Urges Efficient Revival And Modernization Of Facilities
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Rep. Byron Donalds, R-Florida, issued the following news release on July 31, 2025:
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Donalds Visits Central Florida Launch Site Stuck In Red-Tape: Urges Efficient Revival And Modernization Of Facilities
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. - This afternoon, Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL) joined officials from the United States Space Force, the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), and SpaceX, at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station to visit and assess Cape Canaveral
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FAU Publishes Initial Annual Report: Florida Office of Ocean Economy
BOCA RATON, Florida, Aug. 2 (TNSrpt) -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAU Publishes Initial Annual Report: Florida Office of Ocean Economy
By Gisele Galoustian
Few places in the world are as closely tied to the ocean as Florida. From our working waterfronts and bustling ports to fishing, tourism and recreation, the ocean is not just a natural asset; it is a cornerstone of our state's economy and identity.
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Federal Maritime Commission: Florida Cargo Companies Clash Over Alleged Misuse of License
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Maritime Commission is reviewing a complaint filed by Way2Go Cargo Corp. against Oak Way Cargo, LLC, following allegations of unauthorized use of a federal license. According to a notice from the FMC, Way2Go Cargo, a Florida-based corporation, claims that Miami-based Oak Way Cargo misused its FMC-issued license and credentials. The complaint also alleges that Oak Way Cargo diverted Way2Go Cargo's revenue into accounts that Way2Go could not access.
The p
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Florida Leads the Way: Senator Ashley Moody Highlights Success Combating Elder Abuse, Brings Action to the Federal Level
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on July 31, 2025:
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Florida Leads the Way: Senator Ashley Moody Highlights Success Combating Elder Abuse, Brings Action to the Federal Level
Today, in a Senate Special Committee on Aging hearing titled Awareness to Action: Combating Elder Abuse & Neglect, Senator Ashley Moody discussed several successful programs she implemented as Florida's Attorney General and examined ways the federal governmen
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FOX NATION TO PRESENT LIVE KICKOFF CONCERT WITH COUNTRY STAR CHRIS JANSON AHEAD OF 'PBR FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE' IN SUNRISE, FLORIDA ON AUGUST 8
NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- Fox Nation, a unit of Fox News Media, issued the following news release on July 31, 2025:
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FOX NATION TO PRESENT LIVE KICKOFF CONCERT WITH COUNTRY STAR CHRIS JANSON AHEAD OF "PBR FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE" IN SUNRISE, FLORIDA ON AUGUST 8
NEW YORK -- FOX Nation will host a special kickoff concert featuring multi-award-winning country music artist Chris Janson on Friday, August 8 at 6 PM ET outside Amerant Bank Arena in Sunrise, Florida. The live music event, streamed on FOX Na
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Greenberg Traurig Represented the Founders of Univio in The Sale of The Company to Value4Capital (V4C)
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Greenberg Traurig Represented the Founders of Univio in The Sale of The Company to Value4Capital (V4C)
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WARSAW - 1 August 2025 - Greenberg Traurig represented the group of founders of Univio, an IT company and partner in the digital transformation of commerce, in the sale of a majority stake in the company to Value4Capital (V4C), a leading CEE private equity fund.
The
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Hometown Heroes Occupations Approved
ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 2 -- Florida Realtors issued the following news:
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Hometown Heroes Occupations Approved
By Amy Connolly
Applications for the 2025 Hometown Heroes Program should open Aug.18; My Safe Florida Home grants reopen today. Both were Florida Realtors' 2025 legislative priorities.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. -- Nurses, classroom teachers, social workers and public defenders are among the dozens of occupations approved Friday for the 2025 Hometown Heroes Program, which provides down
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Joby Collaborates With L3Harris to Pursue Defense Applications for Autonomous VTOL Aircraft
MELBOURNE, Florida, Aug. 2 -- L3Harris Technologies, a technology company, defense contractor and information technology services provider, issued the following news release:
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Joby Collaborates with L3Harris to Pursue Defense Applications for Autonomous VTOL Aircraft
SANTA CRUZ, Calif. and MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 1, 2025 - Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY) and L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) today announced they are exploring opportunities to develop a new aircraft class for defense appli
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Katt Williams' 'Heaven on Earth Tour' is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Nov. 22
HOLLYWOOD, Florida, Aug. 1 -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, issued the following news:
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Katt Williams' 'Heaven on Earth Tour' is Coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, Nov. 22
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Critically acclaimed comedian Katt Williams' "Heaven on Earth Tour" is coming to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood Saturday, Nov. 22 at 8 p.m.
Tickets go on sale Friday, Aug. 8 at 10 a.m. and start at $69. T
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Miami Dade College and Collins Aerospace Launch Machine Operator Apprenticeship Program
MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 1 -- Miami Dade College issued the following news release:
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Miami Dade College and Collins Aerospace Launch Machine Operator Apprenticeship Program
In an effort to close the growing talent gap in the high-tech manufacturing sector, Miami Dade College (MDC), in partnership with Collins Aerospace, announced a new Machine Operator Registered Apprenticeship Program. The first cohort will begin in the fall semester.
"As Miami Dade College remains committed to providing
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Nassau Prosperity Alliance Quarterly Report
FERNANDINA BEACH, Florida, Aug. 2 (TNSrpt) -- Nassau County Chamber of Commerce issued the following news release:
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Nassau Prosperity Alliance (NPA) Quarterly Report
The Nassau Prosperity Alliance (NPA) has released its most recent quarterly report for June 2025. The report includes updates on a variety of initiatives, including a Vision 2050 update, economic development highlights, partner agency events, and more.
Established in November 2022, the NPA consists of representatives from
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Rep. Steube Introduces No Foreign Election Partnership Act
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Rep. W. Greg Steube, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Steube Introduces No Foreign Election Partnership Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Representative Greg Steube (R-Fla.) today introduced the No Foreign Election Partnership Act. This bill prohibits international organizations from entering data sharing or advisory role agreements with federal election agencies.
"Election integrity starts with securing the vote from foreign interference," said R
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Sen. Rick Scott Thanks Pres. Trump, Sec. Lutnick; Urges Strong Oversight of CHIPS Act Funding to Provide ROI on Tax Dollars
WASHINGTON, July 31 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Sen. Rick Scott Thanks Pres. Trump, Sec. Lutnick; Urges Strong Oversight of CHIPS Act Funding to Provide ROI on Tax Dollars
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senator Rick Scott wrote a letter to Secretary of Commerce Howard Lutnick thanking him for his tireless work fulfilling the promises made by President Trump to the American people and to ensure the federal government is spending Americans' tax dollars
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Sen. Rick Scott to Pres. Trump: Next Fed Chair Must Share Our Commitment to Protecting the American Dream
WASHINGTON, Aug. 1 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Sen. Rick Scott to Pres. Trump: Next Fed Chair Must Share Our Commitment to Protecting the American Dream
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Yesterday, Senator Rick Scott wrote a letter to President Donald Trump recommending certain criteria for the next Federal Reserve chair as the senator and president continue to demand accountability at the Fed and a fix to Powell's failures and mismanagement. As President Trump
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Senate Special Committee on Aging Sets Aug. 7 Hearing on Protecting Florida's Seniors
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging issued the following information for a field hearing entitled "Protecting Florida's Seniors: Fighting Fraud and Financial Exploitation" at 10 a.m. on Aug. 7, 2025, in Doral, Florida:
Members
* Chairman Rick Scott (Republican-Florida)
Witnesses
* The Honorable Rosie Cordero-Stutz, Sheriff, Miami-Dade County, Doral, FL
* Jeff Johnson, State Director, AARP Florida, St. Petersburg, FL
* Kathy Kraninger, President & CEO, Florida Banker
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Todd Bowles: Shilo Sanders has 'got a chance' to make Buccaneers roster
CANTON, Ohio, Aug. 1 [Category: Sports] -- The National Football League posted the following news:
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Todd Bowles: Shilo Sanders has 'got a chance' to make Buccaneers roster
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While much of the spotlight is on Shedeur Sanders and his push for a Cleveland Browns roster spot and potentially stealing the starting gig, his brother Shilo is toiling away in the Florida heat, attempting to earn a spot in the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' secondary.
Coach Todd Bowles said Thursday that the elder Sander
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University of South Florida-St. Petersburg: Campus Sustainability Efforts Boosted by Duke Energy Investments
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 1 -- The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus issued the following news:
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New campus sustainability efforts boosted by Duke Energy investments
By Sarah Sell
The USF St. Petersburg campus is making significant strides toward a greener future thanks to continued support and investment from Duke Energy.
From the installation of new electric vehicle charging stations to improvements in student spaces, such as solar-powered study areas and residen
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USCIS: Colombian National Pleads Guilty to Orchestrating Scheme to Submit Fraudulent Asylum Applications
WASHINGTON, Aug. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued the following news release:
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Colombian National Pleads Guilty to Orchestrating Scheme to Submit Fraudulent Asylum Applications
SAN FRANCISCO - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services provided significant assistance in the investigation of Carlos Adolfo Haeckermann Cardenas, who pleaded guilty in federal court to orchestrating a scheme to submit dozens of false and fraudulent
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