Florida is the most pro-law enforcement state in the nation because we support those who risk their safety to keep us safe. It’s not just rhetoric; this legislative session, I am supporting changes that will improve ...
[Read Briefing]This week, I announced a new initiative to drastically grow the ranks of Floridians dedicated and equipped to help us fight human trafficking. To win this fight, we must work together. That is why I am launching the 100 ...
[Read Briefing]January is National Human Trafficking Prevention Month, and I am asking Floridians to join our fight to make Florida a zero-tolerance state for human trafficking. This is an atrocious crime, and if we are going to end ...
[Read Briefing]This week, I joined local and state law enforcement leaders to encourage Floridians to be safe on our roadways this holiday season. While Floridians are enjoying this time of family, friends and festivities—what they ...
[Read Briefing]This week, I announced millions in relief for consumers regarding cancellations, purchases and scams related to the pandemic. Once COVID-19 hit Florida last year, my Consumer Protection Division kicked into high gear to ...
[Read Briefing]This week, along with the Florida Retail Federation and law enforcement leaders, I announced the launch of Florida’s first statewide task force to combat large-scale retail theft, as well as a new tool designed to help ...
[Read Briefing]It’s International Fraud Awareness Week and one of the best ways to fight fraud is to empower consumers with information and resources to spot and avoid scams. Fraudsters work day and night to trick consumers into ...
[Read Briefing]This week, I warned consumers about payment app hack attacks. The COVID-19 pandemic may have prompted more Americans to use these apps in an effort to reduce face-to-face contact. In 2019, 64 million individuals in the ...
[Read Briefing]November is Military Family Appreciation Month. As the holiday season approaches, it’s important that we remember to support the families of our brave soldiers—many of whom serve straight through the holidays protecting ...
[Read Briefing]With Halloween approaching this weekend, many Floridians are preparing to celebrate by getting costumes ready and purchasing candy to hand out to trick-or-treaters. But the celebration can quickly turn to real fright if ...
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