Jesse SchecknerDecember 13, 2024
‘I want to have a positive impact.’
Tag: first responders
Jesse SchecknerDecember 13, 2024
Drew DixonSeptember 22, 2024
3min0
While Pinellas County commissioners were able to reduce property taxes as part of a $4.3 billion budget, the county is still targeting several infrastructure and service improvements.
Janelle Irwin TaylorJune 3, 2024
10min0
Hooper, a retired firefighter, often champions legislation benefiting first responders. This year was no different.
Jesse SchecknerApril 12, 2024
8min0
Anyone who enters the 25-foot zone after being warned could see 60 days of jail time.
Jesse SchecknerMarch 7, 2024
8min0
Until prompted to do so, the sponsor neglected to mention that the distance was almost double what was previously approved.
Jesse SchecknerFebruary 28, 2024
5min0
This year’s request is a 175% increase over last year.
Jesse SchecknerFebruary 15, 2024
9min0
The measure would criminalize remaining within 14 feet of a first responder after being told to back away.
Jesse SchecknerJanuary 24, 2024
10min0
Onlookers who fail to obey a police officer, firefighter or emergency medical worker’s warning to back away could face time behind bars.
Jesse SchecknerJanuary 6, 20249min0
The legislation aims to protect homeowners, first responders and United States government and commercial interests.
Peter SchorschMay 5, 2023
3min0
Public employees are walking away with several restored benefits.