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French aviation manufacturer expands to Florida, will create 1,030 jobs
AURA AERO, a French aircraft manufacturer, will invest $172.5 million to create 1,030 jobs at a new facility at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in Florida, with operations starting in 2028. AURA AERO, an aircraft manufacturer based in France, announced plans to...
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Ashley Moody’s Twitter Spin Cycle: Populism Trumps Conservatism
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
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
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
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
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
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
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”
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Andrew Warren gains more endorsements for Hillsborough re-election
Former State Attorney Andrew Warren garnered new endorsements from local elected officials and labor unions, bolstering his re-election campaign for Hillsborough County's top prosecutor. Former State Attorney Andrew Warren has secured a new wave of endorsements from...
Florida cybersecurity liability bill vetoed over data protection concerns
Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill that sought to limit liability for cybersecurity incidents, citing concerns that it would weaken data protection standards and reduce consumer recourse in the event of a data breach. Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill on Wednesday designed...
DeSantis vetoes unanimously supported bill easing criminal history restrictions for barber and cosmetology licenses
Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed unanimously passed legislation that aimed to amend the criminal history review process for barbers and cosmetologists, citing concerns about the bill's selective application. Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill on Wednesday that sought to amend...
Record-breaking 4.5 million Floridians to travel for fourth of July, AAA predicts
AAA predicts that a record-breaking 4.5 million Floridians will travel for the 4th of July this year, with the majority using automobiles. This year’s travel forecast for the 4th of July will set new records, AAA predicts, with 4.5 million Floridians projected to...
High-wage industry cluster strategy projected to create 200,000 jobs, boost Florida’s GDP by $100 billion
The Florida Council of 100's "Beyond Sunshine" strategy aims to boost Florida's economy by 2030 through targeted investment in high-wage industry clusters, projected to create 200,000 direct high-wage jobs, indirectly add 400,000 jobs, and contribute nearly $100...
DeSantis scathes SCOTUS social media censorship ruling
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling favoring the Biden administration in a social media dispute, claiming it allows for indirect censorship by the federal government, which he argues undermines constitutional protections. Gov. Ron DeSantis on...
Jacksonville will pay $775M in public funds toward $1.4B Jaguars renovation
The Jacksonville City Council approved $775 million in public funding for a $1.4 billion renovation of EverBank Stadium, despite strong criticism from economists and experts who argue that such investments in NFL stadium renovations do not yield the promised economic...
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