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James CallJanuary 29, 2015

Florida ranks among the worst in the nation when it comes to providing residents with stable, decent-paying jobs, according to a report by the Corporation for Enterprise Development. Thirty-two percent of jobs in Florida are in occupations where the median annual pay is below the poverty line of $23,283 for a family of four. In CFED’s […]

James CallJanuary 29, 2015

Florida ranks among the worst in the nation when it comes to providing residents with stable, decent-paying jobs, according to a report by the Corporation for Enterprise Development. Thirty-two percent of jobs in Florida are in occupations where the median annual pay is below the poverty line of $23,283 for a family of four. In CFED’s […]

James CallJanuary 28, 2015

SStatSenate President Andy Gardiner Wednesday said he’s expecting ongoing discussions about the Department of Health rulemaking and medicinal marijuana when lawmakers convene the 2015 legislative session in March. “I have heard from some senators a frustration when you pass legislation last May and the Department is still going through its rulemaking,” Gardiner said at the […]

James CallJanuary 28, 2015

SStatSenate President Andy Gardiner Wednesday said he’s expecting ongoing discussions about the Department of Health rulemaking and medicinal marijuana when lawmakers convene the 2015 legislative session in March. “I have heard from some senators a frustration when you pass legislation last May and the Department is still going through its rulemaking,” Gardiner said at the […]

James CallJanuary 28, 2015

Attorney General Pam Bondi Wednesday suggested some palace intrigue was involved in the Bailey affair. Bondi, speaking at the annual AP pre-session briefing, said the Cabinet knew there was going to be changes made in Cabinet agencies but the former prosecutor suspects not the governor but his staff was behind the unceremonious dumping of the […]

James CallJanuary 28, 2015

Attorney General Pam Bondi Wednesday suggested some palace intrigue was involved in the Bailey affair. Bondi, speaking at the annual AP pre-session briefing, said the Cabinet knew there was going to be changes made in Cabinet agencies but the former prosecutor suspects not the governor but his staff was behind the unceremonious dumping of the […]

James CallJanuary 28, 2015

Florida’s leading lawmakers Wednesday will speak before state editors and reporters at the annual AP pre-session briefing in Tallahassee. Gov. Rick Scott, the Senate president, and House speaker will outline their agenda for the 2015 legislative session along with Democratic leaders and members of the Florida Cabinet. The Legislature convenes March 3. Gov. Scott spiced […]

James CallJanuary 28, 2015

Florida TaxWatch usually trains its eye on government waste but Tuesday the Tallahassee-based watchdog group recognized individuals and teams of state government workers whose ideas have improved productivity in government. The 2015 Prudential Productivity Award will recognize 217 individuals and teams with cash and plaques for innovative approaches to delivering government services. The Department of […]

James CallJanuary 26, 2015

Former Gov. Jeb Bush’s exploration for a presidential run includes a Tallahassee stop next month. His Foundation for Florida’s Future will host a conference focused on policies Bush promoted as governor. Gov. Rick Scott, Senate President Andy Gardiner and House Speaker Steve Crisafulli will also attend the half-day event at the Florida State University Alumni […]

James CallJanuary 26, 2015

State Sen. Jeff Brandes is the first out of the gate with a medical marijuana bill for the 2015 legislative session. Brandes filed Monday the Florida Medical Marijuana, Act which authorizes physicians to use marijuana to treat patients afflicted with one of 14 specific illnesses. Brandes’ proposal creates two licensing processes, one for the cultivation […]

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Asset & Opportunity scorecard paints bleak picture for Florida workers

Asset & Opportunity scorecard paints bleak picture for Florida workers

Sen Prez hearing from members frustrated with DOH’s Charlotte’s Web rulemaking

Sen Prez hearing from members frustrated with DOH's Charlotte's Web rulemaking

AG Pam Bondi: Rick Scott didn't know about ouster of top cop

AG Pam Bondi: Rick Scott didn’t know about ouster of top cop

Rick Scott and Cabinet to brief media on 2015 session agenda

Florida TaxWatch recognizes productive public servants

Jeb Bush education summit scheduled for Tallahassee next month

Jeff Brandes files to expand medicinal marijuana law; increases eligible patients, splits licensing