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CD3 candidate Gavin Rollins headlines Fox News segments over the weekend

by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 24, 2020

Florida congressional candidate Gavin Rollins had a busy weekend, appearing on a major news network to discuss a multitude of topics relevant to this year's election cycle. The Florida National Guard veteran, who is running to replace U.S. Representative Ted Yoho in...

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Senators move forward with Speaker Oliva’s plan for more autonomy for advance practice registered nurses

by Christine Sexton - News Service of Florida | Feb 19, 2020

In a sign that negotiations are underway, a Senate health-care panel on Tuesday approved House Speaker Jose Oliva’s top priority of the 2020 legislative session: independent practice for advanced practice registered nurses. The Senate proposal is narrower than the...

Flu a bigger worry in Florida than Coronavirus

by News Service of Florida | Feb 19, 2020

The flu remains a far deadlier illness to worry about in Florida than the coronavirus, state lawmakers were told on Tuesday. While the coronavirus that started in China has spawned massive media attention --- and reams of misinformation --- Tampa General Hospital...

Nursing home appeal rejected in Irma case

by News Service of Florida | Feb 18, 2020

A South Florida appeals court has turned down arguments that the state improperly revoked the license of a Broward County nursing home where residents died after Hurricane Irma in 2017. A panel of the 4th District Court of Appeal last week rejected arguments by The...

New stickers hit gas pumps, replacing Fried’s face

by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 17, 2020

Floridians may be "faced" with a few changes the next time they fill up at their local gas pump. In compliance with a law that passed last legislative session, the Florida Department of Agriculture is finally removing stickers from gas pumps of their poster girl,...

Matt Caldwell to hold fundraiser in bid for Lee County property appraiser

by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 17, 2020

Matt Caldwell is kicking off his bid for Lee County property appraiser, holding a fundraiser on February 20 in Fort Myers. The former state representative formally entered the race for Lee County property appraiser earlier this month. Ken Wilkinson, who currently...

The Capitolist’s Champ and Chump of the Week – 2/14/20: Michael Waltz and Mary Ellen Klas

by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 14, 2020

At the end of every week, we praise a political playmaker, "swipe left" on the week's biggest political loser, and explain what it all means for Florida's political arena. 👍🏆 CHAMP: U.S. Representative Michael Waltz For most lawmakers in Florida, any press is...

Florida leaders remember the lives lost in Parkland

by Jordan Kirkland | Feb 14, 2020

Across the country, people are spending time with loved ones, showering them with gifts, chocolate, and every other Valentine's Day tradition. Today should be a day to show those you love how much you care. But for many in the Sunshine State, this Friday is a tragic...

Gambling Talks Continue, Minus a Key Player

by Dara Kam - News Service of Florida | Feb 14, 2020

House and Senate leaders are continuing to huddle on a sweeping gambling deal that could open the door to sports betting in the state, but the Seminole Tribe of Florida --- a key player in any agreement --- isn’t yet part of the discussions, Senate President Bill...

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Predictability and Uniformity is Needed for Vacation Rentals

by Senator Manny Díaz, Jr. and Representative Jason Fischer | Feb 10, 2020

As vacation rental platforms have increased in popularity, vacation rental owners and tourists have been in a state of flux due to rules and regulations that differ from one city or county to the other. That is why we have filed Senate Bill 1128 and House Bill 1011 in...

Florida’s Education Prospects Look Sunny In Latest Report

by Lane Wright | Sep 10, 2019

Last week, I took my car into the dealership for a minor repair and started working from the waiting room. A young salesman came in, presumably on his break, and started chatting me up. He couldn’t have been older than 25. When I told him I worked in education policy...

Op-Ed: A Conservative Fix for Surprise Medical Billing

by Guest Contributor | Sep 10, 2019

The following op-ed was submitted to The Capitolist by Leslie Dougher and represents the opinion of the author. Now that Congress is back in session, our lawmakers must finish a task they started earlier this year—and that is passing common-sense legislation that once...

On Drug Availability, Let Humanity Prevail – Not Bureaucrats

by Brian Burgess | Jun 11, 2019

We need to talk about the cost of drugs – who influences prices, and who truly pays the price. Imagine this awful scenario: Your child and your spouse each needs a life-saving drug. The decision over whether that drug is provided rests not with their doctor, but with...

Guest Op-Ed: Water, The Lifeblood of Florida

by Guest Contributor | Jun 4, 2019

Florida’s vast water resources are the lifeblood of Florida and are precisely why our state is such a vibrant and unique part of America. Water is at the core of Florida’s economy and a defining feature of our state’s identity. Our beautiful beaches, lakes, and...

Rep. Mike Hill facing bipartisan condemnation after joking about filing bill allowing gays to be executed

by Sarah Rumpf | May 31, 2019

Florida State Rep. Mike Hill (R-Pensacola) has been no stranger to controversy in his time in the Florida Legislature, filing a bill to protect Confederate monuments, running viciously negative campaigns against his primary opponents, and generating a seemingly...

Florida’s Medical Marijuana Program is on track, but only partway there

by Brian Burgess | May 8, 2019

The demand of Florida voters is clear. For far too long, patients have stood by waiting for regulators to implement the 2016 Medicinal Marijuana Constitutional Amendment. Under the law, the Florida Department of Health is required to issue four new business licenses...