The 2009 Florida TaxWatch Turkey Watch Report

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"A relatively small number of projects known as 'turkeys' found their way into the state budget, this year, possibly because of a severe shortfall of available funds. "
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Florida Taxpayer Independence Day 2009! Independence Comes Four Days Earlier Than Last Year

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"This symbolic date (April 19) assumes that every dollar earned since January 1 goes to pay federal, state, and local tax obligations. "
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How to Make Streamlined Sales Tax Legislation Revenue Neutral

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"Florida's 'bricks and mortar' businesses are at a competitive disadvantage with internet marketers due to the fact they, unlike their online competitors, must charge sales tax. This report considers ways of making up that difference with minimal impact to the taxpayer. "
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Establishing a Retirement Visa Would Help Revive Florida's Vital Real Estate Industry

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"Given the slumping real estate market, this special report proposes the creation of a retirement visa, which would allow foreign retirees to spend their later years in the U.S., allowing them to invest in real estate, while keeping them out of the labor pool. "
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Florida Must Be Careful Not to Regulate or Tax the Hospitality Industry Out of Existence

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"With the premise that Florida's hospitality industry is in danger of being taxed to unprofitability, this report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, stresses the need for caution before considering further regulation of this vital business. "
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What Florida Can Do to Spur Economic Growth: Modernizing Tax and Regulatory Policy in Telecommunications

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"This report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, shows that while Florida's communications industry has already invested a great deal of capital in the state, there is much more to be done in the interest of long-term economic growth. "
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The Positive Economic Impact of Solar Energy on the Sunshine State

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"Putting the 'sun' in the Sunshine state, this briefing enumerates the benefits of expanding solar energy production in Florida. Delaying solar projects would put Florida at a competitive disadvantage with other states. "
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Single Sales Factor Presentation before the Senate Select Committee on Florida's Economy

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This PowerPoint presentation makes the case for altering Florida's corporate income tax as a means of promoting capital formation and enhancing employment opportunities.
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Analysis of the Collection and Allocation of Court-Related Revenues within Florida's Judicial System

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"This Special Report examines the court system's cost efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, accountability, and related issues. Among the findings: cost efficiency standards could result in cost savings of between $34 million and $140 million. "
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The Economic Impact of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Plan on the Florida Economy: A Preliminary Analysis

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Fractional owners purchase an interest in an aircraft rather than purchasing or leasing the entire aircraft. This Special Report considers whether revisions are necessary in the tax policy covering such aircraft.
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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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