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Insurance panel: legalization of marijuana could throw wrench in workers’ comp, auto insurance

Insurance panel: legalization of marijuana could throw wrench in workers’ comp, auto insurance

by Caden DeLisa | Dec 15, 2023

A panel at the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Insurance Summit highlighted emerging issues in the state’s insurance industry due to the progression toward marijuana legalization. The panel largely focused on workers’ compensation and auto insurance,...
Reinsurance experts target raised capital, accurate assessments at Chamber summit

Reinsurance experts target raised capital, accurate assessments at Chamber summit

by Caden DeLisa | Dec 15, 2023

The Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Insurance Summit featured industry leaders discussing strategies to improve Florida’s reinsurance market. The panel discussed attracting more reinsurance capacity to Florida, especially in light of recent legislative...
CFO Jimmy Patronis announces $5.5 million legislative request during Insurance Summit

CFO Jimmy Patronis announces $5.5 million legislative request during Insurance Summit

by Caden DeLisa | Dec 14, 2023

Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Jimmy Patronis, speaking at the Florida Chamber of Commerce’s Insurance Summit, announced a request for $5.5 million in state funding. . This funding is intended for opening new DFS offices in major cities, enhancing staff...
Associated Industries of Florida unveils 2024 legislative priorities, promoting economic growth across various sectors

Associated Industries of Florida unveils 2024 legislative priorities, promoting economic growth across various sectors

by Caden DeLisa | Dec 14, 2023

The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) unveiled its 2024 legislative session priorities on Thursday, encompassing various sectors such as economic development, agriculture, insurance, and healthcare. The business advocacy group placed focus on bolstering...
Florida allocates $5 million to alternative teaching pathway initiative

Florida allocates $5 million to alternative teaching pathway initiative

by Caden DeLisa | Dec 14, 2023

The State of Florida this week announced an allocation of $5 million towards the Pathways to Career Opportunities Grow Your Own Teacher Grant. The program offers an alternative route to teaching through apprenticeships, focusing on classroom experience rather than...
National report ranks Florida 1st in skilled workforce attraction; Leon County among fastest rising

National report ranks Florida 1st in skilled workforce attraction; Leon County among fastest rising

by Bethany Blankley - The Center Square | Dec 14, 2023

Florida maintains the top spot in Lightcast’s 2023 Talent Attraction Scorecard for attracting a skilled workforce, with California and New York ranking at the bottom. The state’s success attributed to investments in workforce education and training,...
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