Florida statutes require registered architects to use the digital seals, which verify the authenticity of architectural documents, establish an architect’s identity and show safetycode compliance, structural integrity and adherence to local, state and national standards.

“Implementing legislation to require hands-free cell phone and handheld device use while driving would help foster a safer driving environment ...

Before approval, Amy Patterson sought an opinion from the state Commission on Ethics late last year on whether Jamie French’s raise would violate the state anti-nepotism law.