Cruise Industry Anchors Florida Tourism

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The booming cruise industry is a significant driver of the state’s job market and, according to a recent report, is directly responsible for 138,300 Florida jobs.

Economic Development Incentives Drive Jobs to Florida, Boost State Economy

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Shaping up to be one of the biggest battles in the Legislature in many years, the fight on economic development incentives and tourism funding has been swirling throughout the halls of the Capitol the last few weeks. On one side are those who believe that taxpayer dollars should not be used to entice businesses and tourists to Florida; the other side sees these programs as crucial for creating jobs and boosting our economy.

Missing Player on the Board?

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Extending the trust we all have in nurses to the boardroom will complete hospital boards – no players will be missing.

2016 Jobs in Florida: Year in Review

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With an addition of 257,000 jobs in 2016, Florida continues to rise from the Great Recession. Over the past year, nearly all of Florida's major industries have seen employment gains, and the unemployment rate has fallen to 4.8.
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Fighting Crime With...Tech Recycling?

Recognizing a serious problem, one company created a partnership with law enforcement to help address a common crime.
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2016 Jobs in Florida: Year in Review

With an addition of 257,000 jobs in 2016, Florida continues to rise from the Great Recession. Over the past year, nearly all of Florida's major industries have seen employment gains, and the unemployment rate has fallen to 4.8.
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Supporting Sunshine State Shoppers

Florida residents come out in droves to take advantage of sales tax holidays, the subject of this report. These ever-popular tax breaks allow Florida shoppers to take advantage of tax-free purchases on certain items.
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Missing Player on the Board?

Extending the trust we all have in nurses to the boardroom will complete hospital boards – no players will be missing.
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Budget Watch - Analyzing the Governor's FY2018 Budget Recommendations

Governor Rick Scott recently released his $83.474 billion proposed budget, which will be considered by the Legislature as it crafts the state’s new spending plan.
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Principals Are the Key to Turning Around Failing Schools

The Principal Autonomy Pilot Program Initiative (PAPPI) is a voluntary program in seven school districts that grants participating principals greater authority and autonomy.
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Economic Development Incentives Drive Jobs to Florida, Boost State Economy

Shaping up to be one of the biggest battles in the Legislature in many years, the fight on economic development incentives and tourism funding has been swirling throughout the halls of the Capitol the last few weeks. On one side are those who believe that taxpayer dollars should not be used to entice businesses and tourists to Florida; the other side sees these programs as crucial for creating jobs and boosting our economy.

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College Behind Bars

Giving prison "dorms" a whole new meaning.
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Incentives Drive Jobs, Boost Economy

An op-ed from President & CEO Dominic Calabro
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Cruise Industry Anchors Florida Tourism

The booming cruise industry is a significant driver of the state’s job market and, according to a recent report, is directly responsible for 138,300 Florida jobs.
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Q2 2017 Broward Schools SMART Program Report Review

Presented to the Bond Oversight Committee on February 27, 2017, this report examines the SMART program quarterly report for Q2 of FY2017.

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Will Voters Raise Taxes on Non-Homestead Property?

If you own non-homestead property, there is a chance you will be seeing a significant tax increase on that property in 2019.
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Antibiotic Resistant Bacteria Invade Taxpayers' Wallets, Too

This Economic Commentary looks at the potential impact on taxpayers from the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria.
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Teacher Shortages Harm the Future of Our State

Florida’s education system is facing a crisis that will affect our children and our future. Teachers have been leaving schools at alarming rates with no one to replace them. Low pay and the stress associated with teaching have driven many college students away from the profession, leaving a shallow talent pool of highly qualified teachers. Additionally, Florida TaxWatch research has found that Constitutionally-mandated class size limits in Florida have led to higher demand for teachers, resulting in under-qualified individuals being hired or schools not being able to fill the position as the pool of teachers shrinks.

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Teen Trendsetters: Making a Difference for Florida's Youth

The Barbara Bush Foundation for Family Literacy’s Teen Trendsetters program is one great example of a high-quality mentor initiative. This Florida TaxWatch fiscal and economic analysis quantifies the value of the increases in reading scores and positive social impacts of the program.
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Orlando Scores Big

After hosting the Pro Bowl, and with March Madness on the horizon, Orlando is poised to score big.
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Expanding Florida's High-Tech Manufacturing Sector

This Briefing revises high-tech manufacturing, one sector that could benefit from state investment and has been touted in the past by government officials as a way to expand Florida's economic diversity.
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