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News from September 2024

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Rubio and Baldwin introduce resolution for National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month

By Duval Times | Sep 27, 2024

U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) have introduced a bipartisan resolution to designate September 2024 as "National Spinal Cord Injury Awareness Month." The goal is to raise awareness about spinal cord injuries and promote the development of improved treatments, therapies, and ultimately a cure.

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Rubio staff to hold mobile office hours for constituent assistance next week

By Duval Times | Sep 27, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio's office will host in-person Mobile Office Hours next week to assist constituents with federal casework issues in their respective local communities. These office hours offer constituents who do not live close to one of Senator Rubio’s eight regional offices a more convenient way to receive federal casework assistance.

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Senator Rick Scott visits Pasco County EOC after Hurricane Helene

By Duval Times | Sep 27, 2024

Senator Rick Scott visited the Pasco County Emergency Operations Center to receive updates from Sheriff Chris Nocco, local law enforcement leaders, and emergency management officials on the response and recovery efforts following Hurricane Helene.

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Rick Scott visits Pasco EOC for hurricane briefing

By Duval Times | Sep 27, 2024

Senator Rick Scott visited the Pasco County Emergency Operations Center in New Port Richey, Florida, this morning. He received a briefing from Sheriff Chris Nocco, local law enforcement leaders, and emergency management officials about the response and recovery efforts for Hurricane Helene.

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Where were the cheapest places to fill up on diesel in cities in Duval County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

The only price of diesel in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Average cost of college went up for students in Duval County in 2022-23 school year

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

College tuition fees rose 1.9% in Duval County in the 2022-23 school year, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

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Duval County School District Education: 43 white students were enrolled in schools in 2023-24 school year

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

White students made up 12% of the Duval County School District's student body in the 2023-24 school year, a decrease from the previous year.

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Senator urges evacuation ahead of Category 4 Hurricane Helene

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

BRONSON, Fla. – Senator Rick Scott visited the Levy County Emergency Operations Center to receive a briefing from Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum and Emergency Management Director John MacDonald as Florida prepares for the landfall of Category 4 Hurricane Helene. Prior to Helene's arrival, Senator Scott traveled through Florida's Panhandle and Big Bend regions, urging families to make a plan before the storm, evacuate if advised, and stay safe. This week, Senator Scott has had daily calls with the National Hurricane Center (NHC) for updates on Hurricane Helene and received...

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Senators introduce bill aiming to streamline claims process for camp lejeune victims

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

In 2023, Congress passed the Camp Lejeune Justice Act to ensure compensation for veterans and other victims exposed to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. Despite its passage, concerns about its implementation persist.

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Senator Rick Scott urges Floridians in Levy County: evacuate now ahead of Hurricane Helene

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

Today, Senator Rick Scott visited the Levy County Emergency Operations Center to receive a briefing from Levy County Sheriff Bobby McCallum and Emergency Management Director John MacDonald as Florida prepares for the landfall of category 4 Hurricane Helene. Ahead of Helene’s arrival, Senator Scott has traveled across Florida’s Panhandle and Big Bend urging families to make a plan, evacuate if asked to do so, and stay safe. This week, Senator Scott has had daily calls with the National Hurricane Center (NHC) for updates on Hurricane Helene and received briefings from local...

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Rubio introduces bill mandating physical activity for elementary schools

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has introduced the Make America Active Again Act, aimed at setting minimum physical activity requirements for elementary schools participating in the National School Lunch Program. The bill mandates that students engage in at least 150 minutes of recess or physical education (PE) each week.

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Rubio and Moolenaar introduce bill targeting Chinese investments

By Duval Times | Sep 26, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) and U.S. Representative John Moolenaar (R-MI) have introduced the Patriotic Investment Act, a new bill aimed at changing how investments in China are taxed under the U.S. tax code.

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Cheapest regular gas in cities across Duval County in week ending Sept. 21

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

The lowest price of regular gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at three gas stations in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Duval County School District in 2023-24 school year?

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

In Duval County School District, 7% of students identified as Hispanic in the 2023-24 school year.

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Where could drivers find the cheapest gas in cities within Duval County in week ending Sept. 21?

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

The only price of midgrade gas in cities throughout Duval County was found at a single gas station in the week ending Sept. 21, according to customer reports submitted to GasBuddy.com.

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Senator Rick Scott urges Floridians to prepare as Hurricane Helene approaches

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

EASTPOINT, Fla. – El Senador Rick Scott visitó la oficina del sheriff del condado de Franklin para recibir información de las autoridades locales y de los funcionarios de gestión de emergencias mientras Florida se prepara para la llegada del huracán Helene. El Senador Scott estuvo acompañado por el sheriff del condado de Franklin, AJ Smith, el comisionado del condado de Franklin, Ricky Jones, y la comisionada del condado de Franklin, Cheryl Sanders. Antes de que Helene toque tierra, el Senador Scott está viajando por Florida para instar a las familias a hacer un plan antes de...

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Senator Rick Scott urges Floridians' readiness ahead of Hurricane Helene's landfall

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

Senator Rick Scott visited the Bay County Emergency Operations Center in Southport, Florida, to receive briefings from local law enforcement and emergency management officials as Hurricane Helene approaches. He was accompanied by Bay County Emergency Services Chief Matt Lindewirth, Florida State Senator Jay Trumbull, Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford, and Bay County Commissioner Doug Moore.

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Senator Rick Scott urges Floridians to prepare for Hurricane Helene

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

SOUTHPORT, Fla. – El Senador Rick Scott visitó el centro de operaciones de emergencia del condado de Bay para recibir información de las autoridades locales y de los funcionarios de gestión de emergencias mientras Florida se prepara para la llegada a tierra del huracán Helene. El Senador Scott estuvo acompañado por Matt Lindewirth, jefe de servicios de emergencia del condado de Bay, Jay Trumbull, senador estatal de Florida, Tommy Ford, sheriff del condado de Bay y Doug Moore, comisionado del condado de Bay. Antes de que Helene toque tierra, el Senador Scott está viajando por...

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Senator Rubio addresses U.S.-China trade policy in Wall Street Journal letter

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) has responded to the Wall Street Journal regarding U.S. trade policy with China. In a letter to the editor dated September 25, 2024, Rubio critiques past and present trade strategies involving China.

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Rick Scott urges Floridians' preparation as Hurricane Helene approaches

By Duval Times | Sep 25, 2024

Today, Senator Rick Scott visited the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office in Eastpoint, Florida, to receive briefings from local law enforcement and emergency management officials as Hurricane Helene approaches. He was accompanied by Franklin County Sheriff AJ Smith, Franklin County Commissioner Ricky Jones, and Franklin County Commissioner Cheryl Sanders. Senator Scott is touring Florida to urge families to prepare for the storm, evacuate if necessary, and stay safe.