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Representative Neal Dunn (R-FL) has introduced bipartisan legislation to improve the timeliness of Medicare services for patients. Rep. Dunn's Ensuring Timely Access to Coverage Decisions Act increases stakeholder involvement, tightens rules on fulfilling requests on time, and creates a formal review process for reconsideration decisions. The bill comes as a result of Medicare patients reporting […]
Florida's Largest Farmers Organization Backs Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson for Reelection
Florida Farm PAC, the political action committee for the Florida Farm Bureau Federation, announced its endorsement of Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson in his reelection bid for commissioner this week. "As a fifth-generation farmer and President of the Florida Farm Bureau, I know how critical strong leadership is to protecting Florida agriculture," Florida Farm Bureau […]
'Political Shenanigans': DeSantis Slams House for not Filing AI, Vaccine Bills Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) and members of the House Legislature... READ MORE. This Saturday, Aetna participated in Epilepsy Awareness Day at Walt Disney World. Aetna’s participation brings epilepsy awareness and education to the community. - Photo Courtesy of Aetna Better […]
Florida Senate Again Passes AI Bill of Rights, House Approval Dead The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards... READ MORE. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna: "American people > Glyphosate." Florida GOP: "Happy Birthday, Lieutenant Governor @JayCollins!" Senator Rick Scott: "Let's face facts: The Democrats are DESTROYING America." […]
Representative Brian Mast (R-FL), as Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, weighed in on the latest round of negotiations with Iran in a recent appearance on Fox Business's Mornings with Maria, calling the decision by President Donald Trump to blockade the Strait of Hormuz "wise." Iran recently offered to end its nuclear program, which is […]
The Florida Senate passed a bill to provide consumer protections and safeguards for vulnerable adults and children against the growing threat of artificial intelligence (AI) during the State's Special Legislative Session. The vote was 37-1, with Sen. Erin Grall (R-Fort Pierce) voting 'No.' Sen. President Pro Tempore Jason Brodeur (R-Lake Mary) filed the bill (SB-2D) […]
Representative Greg Steube's (R-FL) Taxpayer Notification and Privacy Act has unanimously passed by the House of Representatives and now awaits the Senate for approval before heading to the Resolute Desk. Rep. Steube's bill addresses a concern of many Americans during tax season: under current law, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) must notify taxpayers before contacting third […]
Gov. Ron DeSantis criticized House Speaker Danny "Daniel" Perez (R-Miami) and members of the House Legislature for not filing any bills related to artificial intelligence regulations and expanded vaccine exemptions in a social media post this week. "Voters elected Republicans to protect freedom against both the Big Tech cartel and the medical industrial complex. Yet, […]
Democrat Charlie Crist, the former Florida governor and congressman, officially filed paperwork this week to run for mayor of St. Petersburg. Crist announced his filing outside City Hall. "Well, it’s official. I'm now a candidate for mayor of St. Pete. God bless you all," Crist said. And he closed the comments because he knows he’s […]
Stetson University POLL: Byron Donalds with Moderate Lead in Governor's Race A recent poll by Stetson University’s Center for Public Opinion Research (CPOR)... READ MORE. Governor Ron DeSantis: "We should not wait for Congress to protect children and to ensure Big Tech companies are accountable for harm they cause our people." Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: […]
DeSantis Guts House Democrats, New Redistricting Map Carves Out Four New Seats for Republicans Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has unveiled his highly anticipated congressional redistricting map... READ MORE. Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia: "This 'Dignity Act' is bad policy and a bad idea." State Senator Ileana Garcia: "If you want to stop this, […]
Lt. Gov. Jay Collins expressed his profound support for law enforcement and his work as lieutenant governor backing the blue in a gubernatorial campaign message shared on social media this week. "Let me be very clear, I stand always with our men and women in law enforcement. We owe them time, tools, and training to […]
Was Jacksonville woman Cherise Doyley forced to undergo a cesarean section (C-section)? For additional context, Doyley was in labor in September 2024 at the University of Florida Health hospital when she had to appear in court via a Zoom call after the state of Florida filed an emergency petition at the hospital's behest. Doyley had […]
The U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from a pair of Florida parents who alleged that a public school district violated their parental rights by a now-revised school board policy. The couple argued that the policy kept their daughter’s school from informing them about her request to use a different name and pronouns. […]
Florida Agricultural Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced his re-election campaign for commissioner on Monday, according to multiple reports. Simpson has been AG Commissioner since January 2023. His current first term ends in January 2027. And he's already stacking up endorsements from Florida sheriffs. "Our Florida Sheriffs lead the men and women who serve and protect our […]
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has unveiled his highly anticipated congressional redistricting map on the heels of this week's special legislative session to redraw the state's congressional redistricting. Florida Republicans, who had a 20-8 congressional seat advantage over their Democratic counterparts, now sit on a 24-seat advantage over Democrats. Gov. DeSantis first broke the news on The […]
A recent poll by Stetson University’s Center for Public Opinion Research (CPOR) shows Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) with a steady lead over Democratic opponents David Jolly and Jerry Demings in the governor's race. Rep. Donalds: 47% - David Jolly: 40% Rep. Donalds: 46% - Jerry Demings: 42% Roughly seven percent of […]
Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford announced his endorsement of Congressman Byron Donalds (R-FL)... READ MORE. Florida Democrats: "MONDAY: Democrats from across the state and nation are coming together for a Night of Action to fight back against DeSantis's unconstitutional redistricting push.." Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: […]
