by Brian Burgess | Apr 2, 2023
Some Florida lawmakers want to extend the time state workers would be allowed to “double-dip” by collecting retirement benefits even while still employed in their state jobs. Florida elected officials – including state lawmakers – are also...
by Capitolist Staff | Mar 28, 2023
Miami has the highest taxpayer burden and debt out of Florida’s four largest cities, according to an analysis by Truth in Accounting (TIA). The report found that two-thirds of the 75 most populous US cities didn’t have enough money to pay their bills, with...
by Brian Burgess | Mar 28, 2023
A Florida Senate committee approved restrictions on pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) that supports say will boost transparency and give patients more freedom. PBM critics argue that their practices are anti-competitive and predatory, with just three PBMs controlling...
by Brian Burgess | Mar 27, 2023
A new 85,000 square foot semiconductor manufacturing facility opened in Apopka, Florida, highlighting the US’s focus on self-sufficient semiconductor production. The facility, owned by Micross Components, will support critical industries such as aerospace,...
by Ryan Dailey - News Service of Florida | Mar 24, 2023
Florida’s Republican-controlled Senate has approved a bill that expands school-choice programs, making all students eligible for taxpayer-backed vouchers. The bill will remove income-eligibility requirements that are part of current voucher programs. The bill...
by Brian Burgess | Mar 22, 2023
Florida House panel approves bill (HB 1331) to restrict money transfers from municipal electric utilities to city general funds, citing concerns of “taxation without representation.” The Florida Municipal Electric Association (FMEA) opposes the bill,...
