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The nonprofit Florida TaxWatch is recognizing state agencies for innovative programs and technologies that also saved taxpayers money, and provided a lifeline for some during the pandemic.

He said the Florida Legislature will make closing the "digital divide" a priority, ensuring that students have access to the technology needed for remote learning.

New Senate President Wilton Simpson of Spring Hill gave remarks during the legislature’s organizational session Tuesday, giving a glimpse of how the Senate will look with him at the helm.

On the eve of the Florida legislature’s organizational session, influential Republican Senator Manny Diaz talked about COVID-19 protocols, the 2020 election, and more. He’s also eyeing a key leadership position down the road.

This week, incoming House speaker Chris Sprowls published a list of proposed rule changes for the chamber during his two-year term.

A crowd of roughly 550 people braved hours of persistent rain to see the vice president speak.

The 2020 presidential race promises to be a close one in the perennial battleground state of Florida

It’s now been two years since the Category 5 storm made landfall, bringing dangerous 155 mph winds, devastating property and people’s livelihoods. Dozens were killed by the storm.

The University, along with public health officials, is conducting contact tracing. Those who have been in contact with the Thrashers are advised to follow CDC guidelines.

Before the Senate returns to Tallahassee for an organizational session in November, it aims to have a plan in place.