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Phil AmmannFebruary 24, 2015

Florida Cabinet members join legislative and business leaders for an in-depth examination of the state’s most demanding issues at the Florida Chamber Board of Governors Capitol Days. The annual two-day event is March 4-6 in Tallahassee’s Turnbull Center, 555 W Pensacola St. Key topics include Florida’s long-term water policy, the Chamber’s plan for smarter healthcare […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 23, 2015

Is Kratom next up in the controlled substance cavalcade? The battle usually begins with an outrageous anecdote. A shady doctor prescribing pain pills from a golf course; a deranged man spiked up on some “bath salt” derivative and chewing off someone’s face; or a shocking suicide by a young man with a bright future. First, […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 23, 2015

Is Kratom next up in the controlled substance cavalcade? The battle usually begins with an outrageous anecdote. A shady doctor prescribing pain pills from a golf course; a deranged man spiked up on some “bath salt” derivative and chewing off someone’s face; or a shocking suicide by a young man with a bright future. First, […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorFebruary 23, 2015

So, this exists: “Wish you had the Government-in-the-Sunshine Manual with you at all times but hate the idea of lugging around that heavy book everywhere you go? Good news! The 2015 Government in the Sunshine Manual is now available through Amazon.com for the amazingly low price of just $9.99!” Well, holy crap. Now all of […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 23, 2015

After first reading the press release distributed by top Florida Republican political consultant Brett Doster announcing his firm’s new service offerings, I thought of Samuel L. Jackson. “Check out the big brain on Brad,” Jackson’s character, Jules Winnfield, says during one of the most pivotal scenes in Pulp Fiction. “Check out the balls on Brett” is what I thought to […]

Associated PressFebruary 23, 2015

Darden Restaurants Inc. has named interim CEO Eugene I. Lee Jr. to the post on a permanent basis. The appointment is effective immediately, the operator of Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse and other restaurants said Monday. Lee will also become a board member. Darden named Lee as interim CEO in October, after a board takeover by […]

Peter SchorschFebruary 23, 2015

Colodny Fass is a boutique practice with offices in Tallahassee and Fort Lauderdale. The firm’s insurance regulatory specialists represent clients spanning a variety of insurance interests, as well as regulated industries such as tobacco. In the final quarter of 2014, the firm had a roster of 15 executive lobbyists, with eight legislative lobbyists including Tom Gallagher, […]

Associated PressFebruary 23, 2015

After years of deep cuts to environmental programs, Florida voters last November overwhelmingly approved Amendment 1, which changed the state constitution to earmark billions for conservation. But the measure left it up to the Legislature and governor to determine the details of how the money will be spent, and that has led to a heated […]

Janelle Irwin TaylorFebruary 23, 2015

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In anticipation of the 2015 Legislative Session, FloridaPolitics.com is asking state lawmakers about their goals and priorities – and whether they support some controversial issues in the state. Here are the responses from Rep. Chris Latvala of Pinellas. In one word, how would you describe your expectations for the Session, i.e. “Excited.” “Optimistic.” What’s a local issue […]

Phil AmmannFebruary 23, 2015

In the summer and fall of this past year, Columba Bush wrestled with the question all of America is asking now: Will her husband — former Florida Gov. Jeb Bush — run for president in 2016? And if so, would she support him? As a member of an American political dynasty, Columba faced a dilemma […]

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Florida Chamber hosts Cabinet, legislators in March for Capitol Days 2015

First it was pill mills, then it was bath salts; now it's Kratom

First it was pill mills, then it was bath salts; now it’s Kratom

Email insights: Hot diggity dog, Florida Sunshine Law manual now available digitally

Check out the balls on Brett Doster …

Darden puts interim CEO Eugene Lee in post permanently

Colodny Fass collects nearly $2M in lobbying fees during Q4 of 2014

Florida environment to get billions, but how to spend it?

Previewing the 2015 Legislative Session with Rep. Chris Latvala

Columba Bush supports, and wary of, a Jeb Bush White House run