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Florida property tax relief could hurt city services, study says
Eliminating or significantly reducing Florida property taxes could “fundamentally destabilize local finance” for municipalities that rely on the revenue, according to a new study released as tax relief legislation moves forward. The study, conducted by Wichita State...
House bill would implement $65,000 minimum teacher salary, long-term pay increases
A Democratic lawmaker filed legislation last week that would restructure how Florida pays its public school teachers, raising starting salaries while mandating long-term pay increases for experienced educators. Rep. Jervonte Edmonds, filed House Bill 727, titled the...
Florida Board of Governors Confirms Moez Limayem as Next USF President
The Florida Board of Governors on Friday unanimously confirmed Moez Limayem as the next president of the University of South Florida, finalizing his selection to lead one of the state’s largest public universities beginning in early 2026. Limayem currently serves as...
E-Verify Expansion Clears Final House Committee
A proposal to require every private employer in Florida to use the federal E-Verify system cleared its final House committee on Thursday, positioning the measure for a floor vote when lawmakers convene in January. House Bill 197, which would expand Florida’s existing...
Florida Sues Roblox, Alleging Platform Enables Child Exploitation
Attorney General James Uthmeier filed a lawsuit Thursday against Roblox Corporation, alleging the gaming platform has knowingly facilitated child sexual exploitation while misleading parents about the safety of its services. The 76-page complaint, filed in Baker...
Gov. DeSantis Releases Proposed $117.4 Billion Florida Budget
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Wednesday unveiled his proposed $117.4 billion state budget for the 2026–27 fiscal year, framing the plan as a fiscally conservative blueprint that prioritizes education funding, tax relief, public safety and environmental restoration as he enters...
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SB 700: Exposing the secret partnerships of foreign adversaries and US non-profits
It's no secret that China and other foreign adversaries are doing everything they can to chip away at American dominance across the globe. Thankfully, Florida’s elected officials also recognize that "across the globe" also includes "right here in our backyard." This...
The Smartest Investment Florida Can Make: Early Learning
If we want to change outcomes, we have to start where it matters most: early childhood. The first years of life shape the trajectory of everything that follows — school success, career paths, and lifelong well-being. Investing in early learning isn’t a hopeful...
FGCU’s Role in Florida’s Higher Education: Advancing Innovation, Research, and Student Success
Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU) believes in the power of passion, partnerships, and performance to drive student success and economic prosperity across Southwest Florida. As a young and dynamic institution, FGCU embraces adaptability and forward-thinking...
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