Senate committee advances bill extending mental-injury workers’ comp to 911 telecommunicators The Florida Senate Fiscal Policy Committee voted to report CS for SB 774 favorably after adopting a late-filed amendment recognizing the state interest; dispatchers and advocates urged the panel to acknowledge emotional toll and extend enhanced workers’ compensation benefits for mental or nervous injuries.

Florida is stepping up for our unsung heroes—911 telecommunicators—by advancing a bill that recognizes the mental toll of their critical work.

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Cherokee County approves multiple intergovernmental agreements for public safety and infrastructure projects County commissioners authorize vehicle purchases, opioid fund transfers, sidewalk construction, and road repairs.

Cherokee County is taking major strides in public safety and infrastructure, from new vehicles for the Sheriff's Office to a $130,000 investment in combating the opioid crisis.

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Green River Council honors first responders and discusses community support after tragedy City leaders express gratitude for first responders and community resilience following recent tragedy.

In the wake of a heartbreaking tragedy, the Green River Council came together to honor first responders and discuss the unbreakable spirit of their community.

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