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Bipartisan bill aims to improve accessibility at VA facilities

By Duval Times | Apr 10, 2025

Senator Rick Scott has reintroduced the Veterans Accessibility Act with bipartisan support, aiming to ensure the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) complies fully with federal disability laws.

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Senator Rick Scott presents bills to address China's influence on U.S. markets

By Duval Times | Apr 9, 2025

Today, Senator Rick Scott introduced a series of five bills in Washington, D.C., designed to protect American investors and address concerns about Communist China's influence in U.S. markets.

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Fair Housing Expo to address housing issues in Jacksonville on April 26

By Duval Times | Apr 9, 2025

The Jacksonville Human Rights Commission is set to organize its annual housing expo on April 26, 2025, at the Downtown Main Library.

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H-1B Insights: Employers in Duval Times publication area file 683 petitions throughout 2024

By Duval Times | Apr 8, 2025

Employers based in the Duval Times publication area submitted 683 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Senator Scott honors late press secretary Jereima Bustamante on anniversary of her passing

By Duval Times | Apr 8, 2025

Today, Senator Rick Scott introduced a resolution to honor Jereima "Jeri" Bustamante, his former press secretary, on the seventh anniversary of her passing.

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Rick Scott honors former press secretary Jereima Bustamante on anniversary of her passing

By Duval Times | Apr 8, 2025

Senator Rick Scott has put forward a resolution to honor the memory of Jereima "Jeri" Bustamante on the seventh anniversary of her tragic death.

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Duval Times publication area records 17 H-1B petitions from employers classified under Construction industry during 2024

By Duval Times | Apr 6, 2025

Employers classified under the Construction industry based in the Duval Times publication area submitted 17 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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Duval Times area weekly mass times

By Duval Times | Apr 5, 2025

The following parishes in the Duval Times coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Sen. Rick Scott outlines security priorities in letter to DHS Secretary Noem

By Duval Times | Apr 4, 2025

Senator Rick Scott has articulated his main objectives to safeguard America's national security in a letter addressed to the Department of Homeland Security Secretary, Kristi Noem.

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Senators introduce act to support domestic orange juice production

By Duval Times | Apr 3, 2025

Senators Rick Scott and Ashley Moody have introduced a new bill designed to support American orange juice producers by altering the mandated sugar levels for pasteurized orange juice.

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New partnership offers financing for Myrtle-Moncrief Corridor improvements

By Duval Times | Apr 3, 2025

Pinnacle Financial Partners has announced a collaboration with the city to offer short-term financing to commercial property owners within the Myrtle-Moncrief Avenue B Business Corridor.

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ACPS invites involvement in 2025 shelter fundraiser for community animal welfare

By Duval Times | Apr 3, 2025

Animal Care and Protective Services (ACPS) will participate in the 2025 Worldwide "Shelter Slumber Pawty", an annual event aimed at inspiring community members to support local animal shelters creatively, including overnight stays at the facility.

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Recruitment for lifeguard and pool manager positions in 2025 announced

By Duval Times | Apr 3, 2025

The Aquatics Team is recruiting lifeguards and pool managers for the 2025 summer pool season.

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Senator Scott criticizes Biden-era housing policies, urges HUD Secretary Turner to take action

By Duval Times | Apr 3, 2025

Senator Rick Scott has voiced concerns about housing policies from the Biden administration, which he considers damaging to both taxpayers and borrowers.

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Duval County Education: 608 Alaska Native students were enrolled in only school district in 2023-24 school year

By Duval Times | Apr 2, 2025

In Duval County's only school district, 0.5% of students enrolled identified as Alaska Native in the 2023-24 school year.

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Rep. John Rutherford commemorates Florida’s history and addresses school safety and coastal issues

By Duval Times | Apr 2, 2025

Rep. John Rutherford commemorates historical events, highlights legislative initiatives, and engages in discussions regarding coastal communities through his tweets on April 2, 2025.

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Rutherford congratulates congressmen-elect and discusses trade policies on social media

By Duval Times | Apr 2, 2025

Rep. John Rutherford, representing Florida's 5th District, conveyed his congratulations to Congressmen-elect Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine through tweets dated April 2, 2025.

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Mayor Deegan opposes ordinance 2025-147 for its impact on immigrant communities

By Duval Times | Apr 2, 2025

Mayor Donna Deegan recently addressed Ordinance 2025-147 and its implications for immigrant communities during a public speech, emphasizing concerns about the language in the legislation that could cause fear among legally residing immigrants.

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Senator Scott urges SEC nominee to address Chinese companies' regulatory compliance

By Duval Times | Apr 2, 2025

Senator Rick Scott of Florida has issued a call for action to Paul Atkins, President Trump's nominee for Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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Bipartisan school safety act introduced by Congressmen Rutherford and Neguse

By Duval Times | Apr 2, 2025

On April 2, 2025, U.S. Congressmen John H. Rutherford and Joe Neguse introduced H.R. 2577, the Preparing Leaders to Assess Needs (PLAN) for School Safety Act, in Washington, D.C. This bipartisan legislation aims to assist states in establishing...