FloridaCommerce is distributing $1.5 million to 26 communities across the state to help develop technical assistance and increase competition among businesses, particularly in smaller towns.

The money is coming from the Community Planning Technical Assistance ( CPTA ) and Competitive Florida Partnership programs. FloridaCommerce is the business development bureau for the state.

“Under Governor Ron DeSantis’ leadership, FloridaCommerce continues to support Floridians in building strong, resilient communities,” said Florida Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly in a news release .

“Since 2019, FloridaCommerce has awarded more than $7.6 million through the CPTA program to over 110 communities — empowering many of Florida’s small and rural communities to advance strategic ec

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