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January 10, 2024

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Highlights Statewide Human Trafficking Resources and Awareness Events During Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris, the Agency for Persons with Disabilities Director Taylor Hatch, and stakeholders recognized January as Human Trafficking Awareness Month, highlighted Florida’s investment and resources for survivors of human trafficking and reiterated the state’s ongoing efforts to end human trafficking.

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October 13, 2023

On-site D-SNAP Location for Hamilton, Lafayette, and Suwannee Counties Open Sunday, October 15 through Tuesday, October 17

Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Hamilton, Lafayette, and Suwannee counties on Sunday, October 15 through Tuesday, October 17 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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October 10, 2023

On-site D-SNAP Location for Columbia County Open Thursday, October 12 through Saturday, October 14

Department of Children and Families (Department) Secretary Shevaun Harris announced a Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) location will be open for Columbia County on Thursday, October 12 through Saturday, October 14 for applicants to complete their in-person interview on-site. D-SNAP provides food assistance for Florida residents impacted by Hurricane Idalia who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). 

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