by Caden DeLisa | Aug 15, 2024
Florida CFO Jimmy Patronis on Thursday called upon the State University System Board of Governors to investigate alleged financial mismanagement at the University of Florida under former President Ben Sasse, as DeSantis’ office has engaged in an inquiry into...
by Caden DeLisa | Aug 15, 2024
A new poll shows that 63 percent of likely Florida voters support the legalization of recreational marijuana, surpassing the 60 percent threshold needed for the amendment’s passage. A new poll published on Thursday found that 63 percent of likely Florida voters...
by Caden DeLisa | Aug 15, 2024
House Democratic Leader Fentrice Driskell requested a special Legislative Session to overturn Gov. Ron DeSantis’ line-item vetoes, arguing that the cuts threaten public programs and could lead to economic harm across the state. Florida House Democratic Leader...
by Shaina Francis | Aug 15, 2024
Sen. Joe Gruters, one of the sole Republicans to support recreational legalization efforts, announced proposed legislation that would ban smoking in public spaces statewide. Sen. Joe Gruters announced proposed legislation on Thursday that would ban smoking in public...
by The Center Square | Aug 15, 2024
(The Center Square) — The Florida State Board of Administration Audit Committee met this week to discuss the Sunshine State’s investment performance and some changes that will impact foreign investment from certain countries. Chris Spencer, the SBA executive...
by News Service of Florida | Aug 15, 2024
TALLAHASSEE — State economists on Wednesday increased general-revenue projections by a total of about $2 billion for the current fiscal year and next year, giving a boost to lawmakers as they start preparing to draw up a budget during the 2025 legislative...