Press Release from State Rep. Sandy Adams Regarding Signing of Seaport Security Legislation
The press release issued by the office of State Rep. Sandy Adams regarding signing of the Seaport Security legislation.
Press Release: GOVERNOR CRIST SIGNS LEGISLATION STRENGTHENING FLORIDA’S SEAPORT SECURITY
GOVERNOR CRIST SIGNS LEGISLATION STRENGTHENING FLORIDA’S SEAPORT SECURITY
~~ ~House Bill 7141 increases...
FMLC Issues Summit Keynote Presentation by Rachel Vandenberg, AECOM
Eastward Ho: California "Green" Iniatives. Implications for Florida.
FMLC Issues Summit - Seaport Security Panel Discussion Presentation by Capt. Scott Ferguson, Chief of Prevention, 7th Coast Guard District
Trends & Issues Facing Florida's Maritime Industry.
FMLC Issues Summit - Seaport Security Panel Discussion Presentation by Gary Steven Supnick, CPP, Colonel USMC (Retired)
Increased Maritime Stakeholder Situational Awareness, Shared Security Information, Minimal Impact on Commerce.
FMLC Issues Summit Keynote Presentation by Dr. John Martin, Martin Associates
The Dynamics of the US Container Market and Shifting Trade Patterns - Resulting Implications.
Governor Crist's Budget Signing Press Release
Governor Crist's press release regarding signing the state budget.
Governor Crist's Veto List
Governor Crist vetoed two line items in the state budget: A paycut for state workers and a sweep of the Concealed Weapons Permit trust fund.
Governor Crist's Veto Message
A statement from Governor Crist stating reasons for vetoing two items in the budget.
Florida Ports Council calls for Governor Crist to veto transportation fund sweep
Today the Florida Ports Council sent a letter to Governor Crist requesting him to veto the sweep of Department of Transportation trust fund dollars contained in the budget recently passed by...
Congresswoman Castor Preemption Amendment to Homeland Security Reauthorization
Link to amendment filed by Congresswoman Castor preempting state's from requiring separate seaport security background checks unless state can benefit a compelling homeland security risk.
Pensacola Escambia Development Authority (PEDA) Overview
Under the plan, an independent economic development authority — the Pensacola Escambia Development Authority (PEDA) — to be led by a 15 member board with a $300,000 to $600,000...
County by County Specific Appropriations $1 million+ Projects
This download is a county-by-county listing of specific appropriations. Projects related to the maritime industry may primarily be found by searching to keyword "seaport" or "SIS."
Veto Request Letter from the Florida Transportation Commission
The Florida Transportation Commission is asking Governor Crist to veto the sweeps of the transportation trust fund contained in the budget.
Florida Seaport Security Bill on its way to Governor Crist
Florida House Bill 7141 on Seaport Security passed out of the Legislature earlier today and is on its way to Governor Crist. Because the Legislature is in session, the governor has seven...
Seaport security legislation scheduled to be heard Thursday on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives
House Bill 7141 regarding seaport security has been scheduled to be heard tomorrow (Thursday) on the floor of the Florida House of Representatives. The sponsor, Rep. Sandy Adams...
The Statewide Economic Impacts of Maritime Cargo Handled at Florida's Public Seaports - 2008
Cargo activity at Florida seaports last year continued to generate strong job growth and economic activity, according to an economic study by Martin Associates, an internationally renowned...
Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 2684 Released
Attached is the Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 2684 relating to Seaport Security. This is the bill with the amendments from the Senate Military Affairs and Domestic Security...
Latest Version of PCS for Senate Bill 2684 on Seaport Security Bill
The Senate Military Affairs and Domestic Security Committee has released a Proposed Committee Substitute for Senate Bill 2684. The intention of the PCS is to pull together proposals to...
US Coast Guard announces advanced notice of proposed rulemaking on TWIC card reader requirements
This advanced notice of proposed rulemaking discusses the Coast Guard's preliminary thoughts on potential requirements for owners and operators of certain vessels and facilities for use of...
Florida Senate Seaport Security Bill - SB 2684
Senate Bill 2684 on Seaport Security will be before the Senate Military Affairs and Domestic Security Committee on Thursday, March 26th, at 8:30 a.m. This bill was first introduced as a...
Florida Ports Council Legislative Report
The Legislative Report prepared by the Florida Ports Council for the end of the second week of the Florida Legislative Session.
Florida Ports Council Legislative Report
This is the legislative report issued by the Florida Ports Council to its members.
Senate Staff Analysis of PCB 7054 - Relating to Seaport Security
This analysis of PCB (Proposed Committee Bill) 7054 by the Florida Senate Committee on Military Affairs and Domestic Security dramatically illustrates the failure of many in Florida government...
Senate Bill 7054 - Seaport Security
The proposed committee bill to address Seaport Security issues filed by the Senate Committee on Military Affairs and Domestic Security. The Florida Maritime Leadership Coalition opposes...
Summary of Seaport and Maritime Related Legislation Filed as of 02/09/2009
A summary of legislation filed as of February 9, 2009 for the 2009 General Session of the Florida Legislature that impacts or potentially impacts the maritime industry.
FLORIDA LEGISLATIVE REPORT – DECEMBER 2008
The Florida Legislature has officially begun policy discussions for Regular Session 2009, and for
the Special Session on the budget to be held January 5 - 16, 2009.
Florida Seaport Security Interim Report
The Florida Senate Committee on Military Affairs and Domestic Security has just released its Florida Seaport Security Interim Report that explores the issue of whether Florida's seaport...