Jacob OglesJune 30, 2020
4min529
The last time the state created one was 32 years ago.
Tag: Pew Charitable Trusts
Jacob OglesJune 30, 2020Jacob OglesDecember 17, 2019
4min339
Studies show more than a third of workers have no retirement plan available.
Guest AuthorAugust 12, 2019
7min407
Election security is about more than buying computer equipment.
Jacob OglesJanuary 31, 2019
5min694
Should stealing $300 still warrant a felony charge?
Peter SchorschNovember 14, 2016
3min187
In an attempt to bring tourists and young people back to aging downtown districts, many cities have legalized outdoor drinking — and it has been somewhat successful in revitalizing those areas, according to an article from The Pew Charitable Trusts. In 2016, cities in Mississippi and Ohio legalized “outdoor refreshment areas,” zones where patrons can […]
Drew WilsonJanuary 6, 2016
2min331
The Sunshine State has enough money in its rainy day fund to keep the state government running for 45 days, according to a report released by the Pew Charitable Trusts Monday. Florida’s reserves would cover more days than 36 other states, and beats the 50 state median by more than two weeks. The numbers give […]
Mitch PerryDecember 30, 2015
4min620
Amid a chaotic 2015 legislative session regarding the redistricting of congressional and legislative districts, Tampa Democratic state Sen. Arthenia Joyner has filed legislation to create an independent commission to deal with the issue every ten years. Joyner’s bill (SB 1252) calls for a constitutional amendment that would create a commission to consist of 12 members. There would be […]