JUICEπŸŠβ€” 2.13.2026 β€” Bilirakis, Buchanan Boost Florida Tourism β€” Uthmeier Charges Six for Cargo Theft Scheme β€” and More...

JUICEπŸŠβ€” 2.13.2026 β€” Bilirakis, Buchanan Boost Florida Tourism β€” Uthmeier Charges Six for Cargo Theft Scheme β€” and More...

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Daniel Molina
Daniel Molina
February 13, 2026

Gus Bilirakis, Vern Buchanan Seek to Boost Tourism Ahead of America 250

Representatives Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) and Vern Buchanan (R-FL) have introduced a bill to boost tourism ahead of the United States' 250th year celebration... READ MORE.

 

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Gus Bilirakis, Vern Buchanan Seek to Boost Tourism Ahead of America 250 β€” By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich β€” Representatives Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) and Vern Buchanan (R-FL) have introduced a bill to boost tourism ahead of the United States' 250th year celebration...

DeSantis Awards Over $8M Through Florida Job Growth Grant for Investment, Workforce Training β€” By The Floridian's Michael Costeines β€” Gov. Ron DeSantis announced an award of over $8 million to the Job Growth Grant Fund...

James Uthmeier Charges Six Individuals in $7.8 Million Cargo Theft Scheme β€” By The Floridian's Michael Costeines β€” Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced charges against several individuals accused in an organized theft operation...

Greg Steube Fights to Prevent Sex Offenders from Receiving ACA/Medicaid Benefits β€” By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich β€” Representative Greg Steube (R-FL) has introduced legislation prohibiting registered sex offenders from receiving Medicaid and Affordable Care Act (ACA) benefits....

 

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Florida Chamber of Commerce Endorses James Buchanan in SD 22 Race β€” By The Floridian's Michael Costeines β€” The Florida Chamber of Commerce has endorsed Rep. James Buchanan (R-Sarasota) in his State Senate District 22 bid...

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Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina

Daniel Molina is a managing editor and legislative correspondent with a decade of experience covering the evolving political landscape of the American South and Southwest.

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