Governor DeSantis Announces Free Florida State Parks Admission for Memorial Day Weekend
On Tuesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that Florida State Parks will offer free admission on Memorial Day Weekend to kick off Florida’s summer. In addition, DeSantis announced he would be signing legislation that creates a sales tax holiday throughout July. “Florida is stepping up to make summer more affordable for families,” DeSantis said.“While the federal government […]
DEP to Issue Online Grants Portal For Water Projects
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has launched an online grant portal to provide eligible entities, including local governments, higher education entities, nonprofit organizations and for-profit organizations that receive state financial assistance, the opportunity to submit proposals that bolster existing efforts to protect and restore Florida’s water resources.
Updated: Florida 404 Permitting Changes
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill on Thursday along party lines that would keep the 404 permitting program with DEP. However, sources are concerned that the Senate won’t take up the House amendment (to protect Florida’s 404 Program) in the Senate version of the bill. The Governor’s office and stakeholder groups are engaged on the issue in Washington D.C.
Bob Graham, Former U.S. Senator and Florida Governor, Dies at 87
Former Florida governor and U.S. Sen. Bob Graham has passed away at the age of 87. Known for his contributions to Florida politics, Graham served three terms in the Senate and opposed the Iraq invasion, setting a standard for elected officials in the state.
Florida Appeals U.S. District Court Ruling in Wetlands Permitting Fight
Florida has appealed a U.S. district judge’s decision to reject the shift of wetlands permitting authority to the state, with concerns raised by environmental and business groups. The judge found violations of the Endangered Species Act in the process, leading to the appeal process, with implications for various projects in the state’s development landscape.
Adams and Reese Expands Environmental Law Resources for Florida Businesses with Addition of Firm’s Team Leader Rob Fowler
The recent addition of Adams and Reese Environmental Team Leader Rob Fowler – longtime litigator and environmental and natural resource lawyer with 28 years of experience – will expand the comprehensive environmental services for Florida public and private sector businesses, developers, investors, industry groups, and trade associations. Fowler is licensed to practice in Alabama, but […]
Federal Judge Vacates Florida’s Assumption of EPA’s 404 Permitting Program Based on Potential for Impacts to Listed Species
A Washington D.C. District Judge invalidated Florida’s assumption of the Section 404 Clean Water Act permitting program, leading to the United States Army Corps of Engineers taking over jurisdiction for all 404 permitting in Florida
