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External Affairs

The Office of External Affairs oversees the promotion of the department's activities and programs to enhance the visibility of the Department of State. If you require assistance or more information, please call or send us an e-mail.

Election Crimes and Security

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The Office of Election Crimes and Security plays a vital role in ensuring that Florida conducts elections with the highest degree of integrity, security, and efficiency. Investigations initiated by the OECS have led to the arrest of individuals for…

Contact Your Elected Officials

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Contact information for elected officials

Offices up for Election

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Information on offices up for election in 2026

Employment

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The Division actively recruits passionate, energetic and positive professionals desiring to make a difference.

El Camino Real

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In the 1600s, Spanish Florida’s Royal Road, or Camino Real, connected St. Augustine with the Missions of North Florida. Learn more and explore Florida's history along El Camino Real.

Exhibitions

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A service to Florida artists and Capitol visitors, the Capitol Complex Exhibition Program showcases Florida artists through a series of visual art exhibitions throughout the Capitol Complex.

Exhibition Calendar (1)

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Current exhibitions on view from the Division of Arts and Culture.

Election Dates

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Detailed information on upcoming Election Dates

Example Applications

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A set of high-scoring grant applications from the previous fiscal year, organized by program. These excellent example applications can be a helpful resource for applicants, panelists and grant writers.

Arts in Education

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Arts In Education cultivates learning and artistic development for all students and teachers by promoting, encouraging, and supporting arts and culture as an integral part of education and lifelong learning for residents and visitors.

Emergency Preparedness and Recovery

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Unexpected events happen. Make a plan for disaster preparedness so that your studio or cultural organization is ready for unforeseen circumstances like hurricanes and break-ins.

Emily Rodriguez selected as Florida Poetry Out Loud State Champion

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Secretary of State Ken Detzner announced today the winners of the State Finals of the 2014 Poetry Out Loud National Recitation Contest. A program of the National Endowment for the Arts and the Poetry Foundation, the NEA awards more than $100,000 in…

Statement by Secretary of State Ken Detzner Regarding the Department of State’s Efforts to Remove Ineligible Voters from the Voter Rolls

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Secretary of State's Office, Division of Elections

What is a Prepaid Sunbiz E-File Account?

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Our Prepaid Sunbiz E-File Account is useful for frequent filings. Learn how to set up an account and how to use it.