SUMMARY: Copenotes, a free daily text service for mental well-being, is expanding to school districts in Pasco, Charlotte, and Doto counties. The service sends random affirmations to help disrupt negative thought patterns, offering support to students and staff without collecting personal data. Research shows Copenotes can reduce depression, anxiety, and stress within 30 days. The tool is easy to use—just enter a phone number, and daily messages begin. Over 98% of students in Pasco reported feeling more supported, and 85% engaged daily. Copenotes has sent over 4 million messages globally and aims to improve mental health outcomes.

According to Cope Notes, the randomly timed text messages help interrupt negative thought patterns. The service is free to staff and students in Pasco, Charlotte, and DeSoto School Districts.

Source

SUMMARY: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis recently signed HB 1205 into law, which imposes stricter regulations and penalties on citizen petitions for constitutional amendments. The law requires petition sponsors to ensure that petition circulators are U.S. citizens and not felons, with fines for violations. Starting July 1, petition forms must include detailed voter information and the sponsor’s details. Circulators must undergo state-mandated training and are limited in the number of petitions they can collect. Sponsors face fines for late submissions or incorrect signatures. Violations, including falsifying petitions, can lead to criminal penalties, including third-degree felony charges.

Read the full article

The post Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signs 1 new bill into law. Here’s what it changes appeared first on www.clickorlando.com

SUMMARY: The Department of Justice sued Colorado and Denver, accusing them of interfering with federal immigration enforcement. The lawsuit claims the state’s “sanctuary laws” violate the U.S. Constitution’s Supremacy Clause, alleging limited cooperation with Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The DOJ argues these policies enabled criminal gangs like Tren de Aragua to operate in Denver. While local officials dispute some claims, they acknowledge issues in certain areas. Colorado officials stated they cooperate with law enforcement but will abide by court rulings. The lawsuit is part of broader efforts by the Trump administration to challenge sanctuary policies in major cities.

Read the full article

The post Trump administration sues Colorado and Denver for allegedly interfering in immigration enforcement appeared first on www.clickorlando.com