March 12th, 2026

ABC 27 WTXL - Florida artist with developmental disabilities showcase their work at the state capitol art show

DOWNTOWN TALLAHASSEE, FL — Florida artists with developmental disabilities displayed their work at the state capitol in an art show organized by the Agency for Persons with Disabilities (ADP). Lawmakers were able to attend the show.

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January 10th, 2024

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Highlights Statewide Human Trafficking Resources and Awareness Events During Human Trafficking Prevention Month

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.— Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities...

March 21st, 2024

In Case You Missed It: Governor Ron DeSantis Signs ‘Live Healthy’ Legislation Package

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.— Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed components of the 2024 ‘Live Healthy’ legislation package, which bolsters Florida’s health care workforce, broadens access...

April 30th, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Announces Record Investments in Services for Developmental Disabilities and Funding for The Els Center Of Excellence

JUPITER, Fla.— Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the highest level of funding for direct services for people with unique abilities in Florida’s history with more than $2.2...

May 6th, 2024

ICYMI: Florida Division of Emergency Management Announces 2024 Hurricane Preparedness Week

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis proclaimed the first week of May as Florida Hurricane Preparedness Week in conjunction with the National Weather Service Hurricane...

June 5th, 2024

ICYMI: Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Highlights Water Safety for Floridians

ORMOND BEACH, Fla.—Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, Secretary of the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Shevaun Harris, State Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo, and...

June 13th, 2024

Governor DeSantis’ Focus on Florida’s Future Budget Invests Record Funding for Direct Services for Floridians with Disabilities

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Yesterday, Governor DeSantis signed the Focus on Florida’s Future Budget which, combined with the recent Live Healthy legislation, includes $2.6 billion for...

August 8th, 2024

ICYMI: Governor DeSantis Issues Updates on State Response and Recovery to Hurricane Debby

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor DeSantis provided updates on response and recovery efforts to Hurricane Debby. The Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) began rapid...

August 21st, 2024

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Announce Emergency Response Hope Florida Expansion

SARASOTA, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced, “Activate Hope,” an expansion of Hope Florida to serve Floridians recovering from the impacts of...

August 22nd, 2024

ICYMI: Florida Division of Emergency Management Encourages Residents to Utilize Florida’s Second Disaster Sales Tax Holiday Ahead of Peak Hurricane Season

~The Second Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday will last two weeks, beginning August 24 through September 6 ~TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, the Florida Division of Emergency...

December 10th, 2024