FloridaCommerce

Official account of the Florida Department of Commerce

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Today we recognize Florida’s veterans for their service and bravery. Home to 1.4 million veterans and their families, Florida’s military- and veteran-friendly economic environment has made the Sunshine State the best place for veterans looking to transfer their skills into successful careers.
#VeteransDay

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Today, @FLACommerce Assistant Deputy Secretary of Community Development and Office of Broadband Director Leo Garcia participated in the Age-Ready Florida: Housing, Workforce & Economic Security panel at the Florida Aging Summit. The panel focused on exploring policies that help older Floridians remain independent, financially secure and active in their communities while preparing the state for an age-ready future.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

🚨Did your business sustain damage as a result of the 2026 Fall Flooding?
Report damage and economic losses through the Business Damage Assessment Survey today. >> https://t.co/UHbVbhliRG

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Disaster Unemployment Assistance applications are now open for eligible business and residents. To apply, call 1-800-385-3920 or visit https://t.co/kqJXj7bYYD

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Has your job been impacted by Hurricane Isaias? Applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance are now open! Appy today by calling 1-800-385-3920 or visiting https://t.co/kqJXj7bYYD

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Has your business been impacted by the 2026 Fall Flooding?
Report your damages today through the Business Damage Assessment Survey. >> https://t.co/UHbVbhliRG

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

🚨 Has your job been impacted by Hurricane Isaias? Applications for Disaster Unemployment Assistance are now open! Appy today by calling 1-800-385-3920 or visiting https://t.co/kqJXj7bYYD

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

FloridaCommerce has activated the Business Damage Assessment Survey in response to the 2026 Fall Flooding. Business owners in affected areas can self-report physical and economic damage now. >> https://t.co/UHbVbhkL28

[Florida SBDC Network @FloridaSBDCN]

We were honored to have our State Director, Greg Britton, participate in this important event alongside the @USDOL, @FLACommerce, @EducationFL, and @CareerSourceFL to announce the Shipbuilding and Defense Industrial Base Apprenticeship Incentive Fund.

We are proud to support efforts to expand apprenticeships and connect Florida’s small businesses with the workforce, resources and opportunities they need to grow and compete.

[FL Division of Emergency Management @FLSERT]

ICYMI: @FLACommerce Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact of Damage Caused by the 2026 Fall Flooding

Eligible counties include:
📍 Brevard, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Indian River, Lake, Martin, Okeechobee, Palm Beach, Seminole, St. Lucie & Volusia.

Read more ➡️ https://t.co/LGXzwdKY8D

📝 Visit https://t.co/c8CWjgWW4o to complete the survey & explore additional disaster resources for impacted businesses.

🔗 Find the latest updates & recovery resources at https://t.co/Q2HelqzkEG.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

The Utility Relocation Reimbursement Grant Program is open!
Apply Now >> https://t.co/ux9OA1mL7p

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

If your business experienced damage from Hurricane Isaias, you may be eligible to apply for Disaster Unemployment Assistance by calling 1-800-385-3920 or visiting https://t.co/kqJXj7br95

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

🗣️ Calling all Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors!

Funding is now available for eligible Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors through the Shipbuilding and Defense Industrial Apprenticeship Base Incentive Fund. 
Help expand our nation’s skilled workforce supporting critical industries. Learn more and apply at https://t.co/xXCqbcm7ca

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

FloridaCommerce Activates Business Damage Assessment Survey to Measure Impact of Damage Caused by the 2026 Fall Flooding >> https://t.co/5QyzG5SlcO

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Disaster Unemployment Assistance applications are now open for eligible business and residents. To apply, call 1-800-385-3920 or visit https://t.co/kqJXj7bYYD.

[CareerSource Florida @CareerSourceFL]

Funding is now available for eligible Registered Apprenticeship Sponsors through the Shipbuilding and Defense Industrial Apprenticeship Base Incentive Fund. Help expand our nation’s skilled workforce. Learn more and apply:
https://t.co/Bf6t8HqFnD

[FL Division of Emergency Management @FLSERT]

‼️ MARC & RAP Location Update‼️

Looking for disaster recovery assistance after Hurricane #Isaias?

�� Multi-Agency Resource Centers (MARCs) are reopening in coordination with federal partners to connect survivors with recovery resources.

📍 Registration Assistance Points (RAPs) are also open to help survivors navigate the FEMA Individual Assistance application process & access additional state & federal assistance.

Find MARC & RAP locations below. 👇

For hours of operation & additional recovery resources, visit https://t.co/p1ksYRsUQz.

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

Yesterday, Deputy Secretary of Economic Development and Chief Manufacturing Officer Jason Mahon joined U.S. Secretary of Labor Keith @Sonderling47 and @EducationFL Commissioner Henry Mack to announce the launch of the Shipbuilding and Defense Industrial Base Apprenticeship Incentive Fund—funded by @USDOL’s Pay-for-Performance Incentive Payments program, which includes $40 million in grant funding to Florida.

Applications are now being accepted! Learn more >> https://t.co/KdCRIjv9ik

[U.S. Department of Labor @USDOL]

Under @POTUS, @USDOL is supporting Job Creators who invest in American Workers through Registered Apprenticeships with up to $6,000 in incentive funding per apprentice.

Today in Florida, @Sonderling47 announced that applications are now open for nearly $200 MILLION in nationwide funding to expand Registered Apprenticeships in 6 critical industries, including $40 MILLION for @FLACommerce to lead the Shipbuilding and Defense Industrial Base Apprenticeship Incentive Fund.

READ MORE: https://t.co/vAJDYwn1w2

[FloridaCommerce @FLACommerce]

➡️ Was your job impacted by Hurricane Isaias?

Disaster Unemployment Assistance is now available for eligible residents in eight Florida counties. Apply today by calling 1-800-385-3920 or visit https://t.co/kqJXj7bYYD