In the 18th episode of "Update 850," Caleb Hawkes
provides a concise update on Florida's Capitol City. The episode covers
Governor DeSantis appointing former Representative Juan Fernandez-Barquin as
the Clerk of the Court and Comptroller of Miami-Dade County, leading to a
special election in house district 118. Governor DeSantis also signed the
2023/2024 General Appropriations Act, outlining a $116.5 billion budget for the
upcoming fiscal year, along with exercising his line-item veto authority to
strike $511 million in spending.
The podcast highlights the recognition received by Florida's
Specialty Hospitals for Children, with their specialty programs ranking among
the nation's best in the U.S. News & World Report's "Best Children's
Hospitals" survey. Additionally, it touches upon the need for more foster
parents in Florida, particularly in the central region, as Heartland for
Children raises awareness about this pressing issue. Stay informed with
"Update 850" as Caleb Hawkes keeps you up to date on Florida's
political landscape and noteworthy developments impacting the state.
This episode is sponsored by the Florida Coalition for Children's 2023
annual conference. Join us from July 16th to 18th in Bonita Springs,
Florida, for a remarkable event featuring influential speakers and
leaders in the child welfare community. Visit flchildren.org to
register.