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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. The USMCA Travel and Tourism Resiliency Act aims to increase international travel to the U.S. and domestic travel within the country by establishing a Travel and Tourism Trade Working Group as part […]
In a show of solidarity, every single Democrat in the House of Representatives (except for Texas' Rep. Henry Cuellar) voted against the SAVE Act, the voter integrity legislative measure Republicans lawmakers filed to prevent illegal immigrants from voting in U.S. elections. The bill to keep illegal immigrants from voting in future elections passed by a […]
Paul Renner Urges Florida Legislature to 'Do Their Job' on Property Tax Reform Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) reiterated his call for the Florida legislature to cut property taxes... READ MORE. Attorney General James Uthmeier: "Parents are the first line of defense against child predators!" Florida Democrats: "They made their choice. In November, […]
Press Ganey, a leading global provider of experience technology, data analytics, and AI-powered insights, announced Aetna, a division of CVS Health, as its first-ever Health Plan of the Year recipient at their annual Human Experience Conference in Orlando this month. "Receiving this award - especially in its first year - reflects the sustained performance and […]
38 House members have joined forces to create the Sharia-Free America Caucus, warning that Sharia contradicts the U.S. Constitution and threatens American freedoms. The group is pushing for laws that would prevent judges from considering Islamic law in their decisions and restrict entry to the country for individuals who adhere to Sharia principles. The caucus […]
Sheriff Bob Gaultieri Endorses Byron Donalds for Governor Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gaultieri has become the 36th county sheriff to endorse Rep. Byron Donalds’ 2026 gubernatorial campaign... READ MORE. Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins: "This campaign is about leadership. Who do you want with you in the trenches?" Rep. Maxwell Alejandro Frost: […]
Representative Anna Paulina Luna (R-FL) came out swinging in support of the SAVE America Act in a recent address on the House floor, holding nothing back in condemning Democrats' opposition to the bill. Sharing a clip of her comments in X, Rep. Luna expressed, "IF YOU ARE NOT AN AMERICAN YOU DO NOT GET TO VOTE […]
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear (D) is not a fan of Ron DeSantis, calling him the "worst governor" in America during a recent appearance on The Daily Show with Jon Stewart. "Ron DeSantis," Beshear answered when Stewart asked him who he'd like to run into in an elevator. The answer drew laughter and applause from the […]
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced a 120-year prison sentence this week for a Hillsborough County man convicted of human trafficking. Marquett James, 50, was convicted of two counts of human trafficking, one count of racketeering, and one count of conspiracy to commit racketeering following a jury trial in November 2025. According to the attorney […]
Florida gubernatorial candidate Paul Renner (R) reiterated his call for the Florida legislature to cut property taxes, including with some direct demands, as residents seek an answer to one of the state's most pressing matters. “Floridians are struggling with prices that have shot up far faster than their incomes. Families are cutting back on groceries, seniors […]
Representative Randy Fine (R-FL) hinted at supporting the App Store Accountability Act this week, calling it "the kind of thing that I would support" to ensure children are not exposed to inappropriate apps. The App Store Accountability Act was introduced by Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) in May, and the bill requires companies such as Amazon, Google, […]
Florida Representatives Kat Cammack (R) and Vern Buchanan (R) led a delegation of Florida lawmakers in sending a letter to the USDA, urging the federal organization to issue a "Disaster Declaration" for Florida farmers amidst recent freezing temperatures. “THIS IS A NATIONAL SECURITY ISSUE! Florida farmers are facing a devastating crop crisis caused by freezing […]
Pinellas County Sheriff Bob Gaultieri has become the 36th county sheriff to endorse Rep. Byron Donalds’ 2026 gubernatorial campaign. Sheriff Gualtieri said in a statement that he believes because “crime is an at an all-time low” keeping Floridians safe is paramount, and Donalds is the “best person for the job” to do just that. “We […]
DeSantis Signs Executive Order Helping Florida Agriculture Devastated by Winter Weather, Drought Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the signing of Executive Order 26-33 to help struggling Florida farmers deal with the recent effects of winter weather and continual drought... READ MORE. President Donald Trump Endorses Aaron Bean Congressman Aaron Bean is a Tremendous Champion for Florida's […]
Byron Donalds Advocates for Regime Change in Cuba Congressman and Florida gubernatorial candidate Byron Donalds (R-FL) directly called for regime change in Cuba while speaking to a reporter... READ MORE. Rep. Carlos Gimenez: "#SOSCuba From the United States Congress, we demand the immediate release of the young people Kamil Zayas and […]
KPMG Florida hosted its first annual Day at the Capitol event by donating books in an effort to support literacy for K-12 students across the state on Tuesday. "Literacy is the foundation for lifelong learning and we are proud to do our part, one book at a time," KPMG Florida Partner Anthony Monaco said. "Thank […]
First Lady Casey DeSantis announced this week the successful completion of a patient's cancer treatment in the Florida panhandle through the Cancer CARE (Connected Access and Remote Expertise) Beyond Walls program, which expands access to cancer care across the panhandle and surrounding areas. Established under the Florida Cancer Innovation Fund and led by the Mayo […]
Representative Laurel Lee (R-FL) discussed the Make Elections Great Again Act (MEGA) in a recent House Administration Committee hearing. The MEGA Act is very similar to the more well-known SAVE Act, which requires proof of citizenship to vote, but with provisions pertaining to election administration as well, such as stricter voter roll maintenance, enforcing Election Day ballot collection, and […]
