by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 26, 2021
Florida House Speaker Chris Sprowls introduced new legislation to mitigate effects of flooding and sea level rise in the state. Speaking at a press conference on Friday at the water’s edge on the University of South Florida’s St. Petersburg campus, Sprowls rolled out...
by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 24, 2021
In less than a week, lawmakers will convene at the State Capitol to take and debate a host of issues over the course of a 60-day session. Several hot-button bills are on the table, as well as some lesser-known proposals that could gain traction and opposition as the...
by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 23, 2021
House Speaker Chris Sprowls announced that he has appointed State Representative Spencer Roach to the Statewide Drug Policy Advisory Council (DPAC). Roach, who represents House District 79, will join the body — composed of elected officials and members of the...
by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 23, 2021
Florida TaxWatch (FTW) released a new assessment detailing the impact COVID-19 had on Florida’s workforce. The watchdog institute unveiled its Economic Commentary: The Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Florida’s Employment on Tuesday, analyzing the economic...
by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 22, 2021
Florida gas prices continue to skyrocket thanks to arctic weather causing chaos on the Gulf Coast refinery region. The average price of a gallon of regular unleaded gasoline rose by 15 cents, putting a $2.61 per gallon price tag at the pump for Florida drivers. The...