In the midst of the frustrations of "stay-at-home" orders and unresolved unemployment claims, and the anxieties of catching COVID-19, there are those persons who make our situation even worse -SCAMMERS. 

These scammers are dangerous predators.  They prey on the young, old and weak. Beware of offers that seem "too good to be true" as they probably are scams.  Beware of providing any personal information online or on the phone as hackers and scammers collect that information to steal your identity or hack your accounts.  Beware of those "fun" polls on FB asking about your "favorite this" or "favorite that" as they may not be as harmless as they seem.  The information collected can be used to hack your bank accounts or open up new accounts. Below is information to help you avoid these predators.  It is up to you to protect your children and your elderly parents from these evil-doers. 

In addition, our office continues to receive multiple phone calls and emails about your difficulties in applying for unemployment assistance during this pandemic crisis.  We understand your frustrations and may be able to assist. Our office can help!  Please email us at bob.rommel@myfloridahouse.gov and provide us with the following information:  Full name; birth date; telephone number; email address; claimant number; and brief description of the problem you are having. We will submit the information to the Legislative Affairs Constituent Services upon receipt.  

Please continue to be patient as the State is working hard to resolve the situation and relieve your anxieties.