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Phil AmmannMarch 15, 2019

Senate President Bill Galvano’s push to expand and build three toll roads may become a negotiation point between legislative leaders, as the House has not put forward a version of the plan. Galvano, a Republican from Bradenton, indicated he remains optimistic, with House Speaker José Oliva and Gov. Ron DeSantis supporting improved infrastructure and transportation. […]

Ryan NicolMarch 12, 2019

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The Senate President's decision goes against the desire of the Governor.

Drew WilsonMarch 7, 2019

“CON laws protect entrenched interests at the expense of both health care providers and patients."

Scott PowersMarch 5, 2019

'We want to revitalize these concepts,' Sen. Tom Lee said.

Michael MolineMarch 5, 2019

"Let us be willing to step back, rethink, and regroup."

Jacob OglesMarch 5, 2019

Leaders want high-end jobs, and easy ways to get to them.

A.G. GancarskiMarch 4, 2019

“We’ve spent a lot of our reserves on basic (hurricane) recovery efforts."

Jacob OglesMarch 3, 2019

Year of harmful algal blooms puts environment atop regional agenda.

Staff ReportsMarch 2, 2019

Maura Binkley’s mother and father are making sure that their daughter will not be forgotten.

Jacob OglesFebruary 26, 2019

Count the full weight of the Tampa Bay legislative delegation when measuring support for a red tide institute at Mote Marine Laboratory. The legislative delegation, led by Senate President Bill Galvano, met at the Sarasota scientific facility Tuesday. There, the 25 members unanimously endorsed delivering $3 million over the next five years for a red […]

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