Report and Recommendations of the Government Cost Savings Task Force for FY2011-12

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The Task Force provides a compilation of 125 extensively researched recommendations aimed at achieving major cost-savings and cost containment in many areas of state government.
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Fiscal Responsibility:The Key to a Safer- Smarter- and Stronger Juvenile Justice System

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Florida's incarceration of children is excessively high and is actually making citizens more vulnerable. This report offers some proven paths toward improving the system.
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Governor's Transition Decision Handbook

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A virtual handbook for 'How-to-be-a-Governor' this publication details key issues facing the state's chief executive and includes advice from former governors as well as their key aides.
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Analysis of the Impact on Retail Sales in NW Florida from the Gulf Oil Spill

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The timing of the oil spill could not have been worse for NW Florida retailers and this analysis shows how those retail losses cascaded through other economic sectors in the region.
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Presentation: the Florida Statewide Survey on Renewable Energy

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"As fossil fuels dwindle, attention turns to renewable energy sources. As this report shows, some of those clean energy sources are more popular than others. "
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Florida Statewide Survey on Renewable Energy

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"As fossil fuels dwindle, attention turns to renewable energy sources. As this report shows, some of those clean energy sources are more popular than others. "
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What if Government Ran Like a Business? The 2007 Solution

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Land Use Planning by Referendum: The Economic Consequences of Amendment 4

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Jobs and tax revenues would be affected by the passage of amendment 4. Numerous other unintended consequences are analyzed in this report.
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In Addition to Devastating Impacts on the Economy and Jobs- Amendment 4 Will Increase Costs to Taxpayers through Added Elections and Increased Litigation Against Local Governments

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Amendment 4 would require that voters approve changes to their local comprehensive land use plans. Some consider this a dangerous case of 'hyper-democracy.'

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Amendments 5 & 6 Deserve Voter Scrutiny

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Florida's Next Governor's Views on Education: A Side-by-Side Comparison of Gubernatorial Candidates Rick Scott and Alex Sink

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Each candidate elaborates on their educational philosophy on issues ranging from accountability to curriculum to merit pay for teachers.
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The Potential Impacts of New Tariffs on Florida’s Economy

The Potential Impacts of New Tariffs on Florida’s Economy

On April 2nd, 2025, a universal 10 percent tariff on all countries was announced by the federal government, with a few countries facing additional reciprocal tariffs of up to 50 percent. A week after the announcement, due to intense volatility in the bond market, a 90-day suspension on the tariffs was announced, with the exception of a 145 percent tariff on certain Chinese goods.

 

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How Childcare Costs Impact Florida’s Economy

How Childcare Costs Impact Florida’s Economy

The impact of childcare, as the data suggest, is prominent on Florida’s economy. Losses incurred from turnover and absenteeism of working parents can be avoided with friendlier workplace policies and higher investment in affordable childcare. As an important part of the industry, treating childcare workers better financially can help maintain the workforce in childcare and add to the economy of Florida. Impactful measures that can alleviate the pressing childcare issues mentioned can further grow Florida’s economy.

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