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Sheriff: Yes on Amendment 3 to protect lives and strengthen communities

by Sheriff Gordon Smith | Oct 16, 2024

As the Sheriff of Bradford County with nearly 40 years of experience in Florida law enforcement, I have seen firsthand the devastating effects that low-level marijuana possession charges can have on individuals and their families. This November, we have a unique...

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Florida bases could receive more than $1B in new defense spending bill

by Andrew Powell | The Center Square | Jul 8, 2024

Florida military bases stand to gain over a billion dollars for construction projects if the 2025 defense budget is enacted, with significant allocations for Key West Naval Air Station, Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, and other installations across the state....

Florida expands aerospace infrastructure with new spaceport territories in Miami-Dade and Bay counties

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 3, 2024

Florida has expanded its aerospace infrastructure by designating new spaceport territories in Miami-Dade and Bay counties, under legislation that broadens funding eligibility for spaceport improvement projects and aims to enhance the state's capacity for space...

Reinsurance picture improves for Florida

by News Service of Florida | Jul 2, 2024

As Florida enters the peak of hurricane season, property insurers have benefited from improved reinsurance market conditions, resulting in better prices and availability, though concerns remain about potential impacts from an active storm season on future market...

South Florida Tech Hub gets $19 million for climate resilience, job creation

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 2, 2024

The Biden-Harris Administration awarded approximately $19 million to the South Florida ClimateReady Tech Hub as part of a $504 million initiative to support regional technology hubs across the U.S., facilitating job creation, economic growth, and the development of...

Florida Republicans praise court for Chevron deference overturn

by Andrew Powell | The Center Square | Jul 2, 2024

Florida Republicans, including Gov. Ron DeSantis, are praising the U.S. Supreme Court's decision to overturn the "Chevron Deference," a 1984 doctrine that granted federal regulators significant power, arguing it will restore constitutional separation of powers and...

Florida consumer sentiment inches up in June amid mixed economic outlook

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 2, 2024

Florida's consumer sentiment index slightly rose to 73.2 in June from 73 in May, with mixed views on economic conditions influenced by persistent inflation and high interest rates, while lower-income Floridians continue to express more pessimistic outlooks. Florida’s...

Tech law fight sent back to appeals court

by News Service of Florida | Jul 1, 2024

The U.S. Supreme Court vacated conflicting lower court rulings on Florida and Texas laws restricting social-media content moderation, sending the cases back for further review while maintaining an injunction against the Florida law. The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday...

Ashley Moody’s Twitter Spin Cycle: Populism Trumps Conservatism

by Brian Burgess | Jul 1, 2024

Despite her claims on Twitter, Monday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling in Moody vs. Netchoice did not deliver the populist outcome she was hoping for. In a tweet earlier today, Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody trumpeted her own intentionally misleading spin about a...

New Legislation raises maximum consumer finance loan interest rates

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 1, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Friday that increases interest rates on consumer finance loans, extends delinquency charge periods, and adds new requirements for lenders. Gov. Ron DeSantis authorized legislation on Friday that allows for an increase on...

Court refuses to halt FSU-ACC fight

by News Service of Florida | Jul 1, 2024

An appeals court denied the Atlantic Coast Conference's (ACC) request to temporarily halt a lawsuit filed by Florida State University (FSU) over media rights and potential financial penalties if the university leaves the conference. An appeals court Friday rejected a...

DeSantis vetoes bill easing farm worker housing restrictions, cites enforcement concerns

by Caden DeLisa | Jul 1, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill aimed at easing restrictions on building housing for agricultural workers on farms, citing concerns about enforcement mechanisms and the potential for housing illegal workers, as well as the undermining of local government authority....

DeSantis signs bill easing professional licensure for out-of-state workers

by Capitolist Staff | Jul 1, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the Mobile Opportunity by Interstate Licensure Endorsement Act (MOBILE Act), which simplifies the process for professionals moving to Florida to obtain licensure by endorsement. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Friday designed to...

Florida AG Ashley Moody urges U.S. Senate to pass ICC Act

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 28, 2024

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody and attorneys general from 20 other states are urging the U.S. Senate to pass the Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act to prevent the International Criminal Court from prosecuting officials of nations not party to the Rome...

Florida universities receive $645 million in performance-based funding; FIU, FSU, and UF lead in metrics

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 28, 2024

The State University System of Florida Board of Governors allocated $645 million in performance-based funding for the 2024-25 fiscal year. The State University System of Florida Board of Governors established its performance-based funding model for the 2024-25 fiscal...

Portions of State Road A1A to be designated “Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway”

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 28, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis authorized portions of State Road A1A to be designated as the "Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway" in honor of the late singer-songwriter Gov. Ron DeSantis on Thursday authorized the designation of portions of State Road A1A as "Jimmy Buffett Memorial...

DeSantis vetoes contentious vacation rental legislation

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 27, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed legislation on Thursday that aimed to standardize vacation rental regulations across Florida, citing concerns about increased bureaucracy and reduced local governance. Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed legislation on Thursday aimed at regulating...

DeSantis spotlights expedited transportation projects

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 27, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted accelerated transportation projects across Florida, emphasizing improved road infrastructure and reduced congestion, while launching a portal to resist federal mandates tied to transportation funding. Gov. Ron DeSantis highlighted a...

Ex-legislator’s law license suspended

by News Service of Florida | Jun 27, 2024

The Florida Supreme Court has suspended former state Rep. Michael Grieco from practicing law for one year for violating Florida Bar rules by accepting an improper political contribution during his 2017 mayoral campaign. The Florida Supreme Court on Thursday suspended...

New legislation mandates U.S.-produced iron and steel for Florida public works projects

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 27, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation mandating the use of U.S.-produced iron and steel in public works projects across Florida, with exceptions for availability, quality, and cost considerations. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Wednesday that mandates the use...

New legislation clarifies legal standing of easements and servitudes on single-owner properties

by Caden DeLisa | Jun 27, 2024

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation clarifying the legal standing of easements and servitudes on property owned by a single entity, ensuring such arrangements remain valid despite recent judicial challenges. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed legislation on Wednesday designed...

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