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ICYMI: Fmr. Gov. & U.S. Sen. Bob Graham was honored at the historic Capitol on Friday & a law enforcement canine who stayed on the job during chemotherapy is celebrated. All this and more on your Capitol Update! Watch here: thefloridachannel.org/videos/cu-2708/, on or FireTV!

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On Monday, Ron DeSantis committed to including 2.2 billion in the state budget for Florida Agency for Persons with Disabilities that includes an increase in individual care plans which will allow more disabled individuals to get help.

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This week, Ron DeSantis was joined by First Lady Casey DeSantis and FL Juvenile Justice Secretary Eric Hall to recognize Floridians for their acts of courage, compassion and resilience in the face of adversity.

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On this day in 1996, Governor Lawton Chiles signed 'the butterfly bill', which designated the Zebra Longwing—known for its long black wings and distinctive thin yellow bands—as the official state butterfly of the state of Florida. Learn more in this Reflections.

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Florida is trying to find, identify and restore thousands of abandoned cemeteries in the state. A special council will create guidelines and award grants to find and fix up historic burial sites. @flheritage

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AG Ashley Moody gives awards to victim advocates and law enforcement for their work comforting and assisting crime victims. One officer helped recover $800,000 in stolen assets.

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On April 22nd, candidate qualifying began for federal and judicial offices. Candidates submit the required paperwork in Tallahassee or online to see their names appear on the ballot for either the Florida primary or general election.

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Last year, 99 children in Florida died by drowning. It was the leading cause of death for toddlers. Now, a new law aims to ensure children have the skills to survive. thefloridachannel.org/videos/its-a-l…

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ICYMI: Watch a press conference with Ron DeSantis along with Jeanette Nuñez and Florida DEP News Secretary Hamilton announcing waived fees at state parks for Florida residents. Courtesy of WINK News thefloridachannel.org/videos/4-30-24…

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ICYMI: State & national leaders spoke about the life & legacy of former Governor and U.S Senator Bob Graham and the Florida Highway Patrol is celebrating its 85th anniversary. Watch here thefloridachannel.org/videos/cu-2707/ or on . FLHSMV

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The Governor signed 5 child protection bills into law, including one that imposes stricter reporting requirements and penalties for sex offenders, & another targeting harmful verbal descriptions of sexual activity to minors.
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ICYMI: Ron DeSantis signed HB 1565, which keeps Florida’s red tide mitigation initiative from expiring. But the Governor spent most of the news conference celebrating the ongoing expansion of Florida’s Wildlife Corridor. thefloridachannel.org/videos/capitol…

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ICYMI: Watch Ron DeSantis sign HB 1565 Florida Red Tide Mitigation and Technology Development Initiative: thefloridachannel.org/videos/4-23-24… Courtesy of WINK News

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