MIAMI LAKES, Fla. - Aetna Better Health of Florida CEO Jennifer Sweet presented a $3,000 grant check to Virtutem Populo, Inc. (VP) Executive Director Mauritis Acosta on Tuesday in support of his Florida Student School Board Member Initiative that advocates for student representation in education and policy-making in school districts across the state. "We do […]
Congressman Byron Donalds announced on Monday that he's been endorsed by the Miami-Dade Young Republicans in his run for Florida governor. "Thank you to the @MiamiYRs for your support! From Tea Party activist, to State Legislator, and member of Congress to candidate for Governor, I’ve remained steadfast in my conservative values. Together, we will Keep […]
Tampa Bay Rays Owner Stuart Sternberg recently announced the organization will not proceed with plans for a new $1.3 billion stadium in St. Petersburg. The new ballpark was set for completion for the 2028 season near Tropicana Field, the Tampa Bay Rays' longtime home. "After careful deliberation, we have concluded we cannot move forward with […]
Governor Ron DeSantis announced in a press release on Monday that Florida's labor force surpassed 11.5 million in January, coupled with strong gains in manufacturing where the state reached 430,800 jobs. Ron DeSantis also revealed Florida's economy was stronger than previously estimated. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the state's labor force […]
The City of Miami Beach and Mayor Steven Meiner recently announced a resolution to stop the city's lease agreement with O Cinema following the theatre's decision to proceed with a film the city deemed "antisemitic." The resolution comes after Steven Meiner sent a letter to O Cinema on the film "No Other Land", which he […]
Rep. Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) received an endorsement from U.S. Sen. Rick Scott for the State Senate District 19 seat on Wednesday. "I’m proud to join President Trump in supporting my friend @debbie_mayfield for State Senate! Debbie is a principled leader who is committed to preserving the American Dream in Florida," Scott said. Debbie Mayfield currently […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis hailed Florida's economic success and fiscal responsibility while subtly jabbing at California and New York on theirs during a press conference in Southwest Florida on Friday. "As you know, we've consistently been ranked as the top economy in the country of all 50 states over the last two years by multiple publications. […]
State Board of Immigration Executive Director Larry Keefe announced Thursday the creation of the "Law Enforcement Company Dashboard", which will allow Florida law enforcement officials to report violations of their agencies for not following state immigration law. "This reporting system will provide a direct channel for officers and employees to report any failure by their […]
The Florida Senate fully passed a bill 38-0 on Wednesday that would bolster early detection, intervention, and support for children with autism and their families. Sen. Gayle Harrell (R-Stuart) sponsored the bill (SB 112) in the Senate. Rep. Randy Maggard (R-Zephyrhills) filed a House version with several more committee stops. "This bill is the next […]
Florida Fish and Wildlife Officers, in partnership with the Brevard County Sheriff’s Office, arrested and charged an illegal alien on Wednesday for unlawfully reentering the state after he was previously deported. It is the first known arrest in such a case since Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a package of anti-illegal immigration measures, including aliens who […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis recently indicated he's in support of revoking Florida's red flag law despite a recent study showing widespread support by gun owners for the measure in America. Conducted by nonpartisan, nonprofit 97Percent, the study found that 72% of gun owners support red flag laws, also known as Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs). 97Percent […]
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis bragged Tuesday on the increase of the state's Republican popularity over Democrats over the past several years, in part he says due to the party's conservative agenda on voters. "Florida never had more registered Republicans than Democrats for the state’s entire history until late 2021," DeSantis said. "Republicans were hundreds of […]
WASHINGTON—Congressman Byron Donalds recently stated he would introduce "stress testing" similar to large banks to cut wasteful state spending throughout Florida's state govenment if elected as the next governor of Florida. "When we came out of the financial collapse, Washington instituted stress testing for the large banks. I think we have to go through a […]
The House Student Academic Success Subcommittee unanimously advanced a bill 17-0 on Tuesday that would require cursive handwriting instruction in schools for students in grades two through five as well as other proficiencies to improve their cursive penmanship. Rep. Tobin "Toby" Overdorf (R-Palm City) explained his bill (HB 921) to the subcommittee. Sen. Erin Grall […]
The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice unanimously favored a bill 9-0 on Tuesday that would repeal a Florida Statute on the restriction of firearm or ammunition purchases during a declared state of emergency. Sen. Blaise Ingoglia (R-Spring Hill) detailed his bill (SB 952) to the committee, which would repeal Statute 870.044. Reps. Monique Miller (R-Palm […]
The Associatied Industries of Florida (AIF) released its 2025 Session Priorities Publication on Tuesday, which details its legislative agenda from its members for the legislative term. Known as “The Voice of Florida Business", much of the AIF's agenda is centered around business growth and fiscal responsibility in the state. The organization has represented "principles of […]
The House Education Administration Subcommittee unanimously advanced a bill 17-0 on Monday that would prohibit students from using cell phones during the school day. Rep. Demi Busatta Cabrera (R-Miami) detailed her bill (HB 949) to the subcommittee. "This bill prohibits students from using wireless communication devices during the school day rather than just during instructional […]
The Republican Party of Florida released an ad Monday slamming Reps. Maxwell Frost and Darren Soto for opposing the Laken Riley Act, which requires the detention of illegal immigrants accused of theft and violent crimes. "@MaxwellFrostFL & @DarrenSoto voted AGAINST the Laken Riley Act- choosing illegal criminals over Floridians' safety, " the Florida GOP said. […]
