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Budget Watch - General Revenue Estimating Conference

Thursday, July 31, 2014 / Categories: Research, Taxes, Budget/Approps

When the 2015 Legislature convenes in Tallahassee, it is expected to have nearly $30 billion in General Revenue to create the state budget for FY 2015-16. However, after this month's GR Estimating Conference, the new General Revenue projection is $141.6 million less than previously thought.

Seaport Governance Models

Wednesday, July 30, 2014 / Categories: Research, Economic Development

Florida seaports are performing very well under a decentralized governance model, managing and meeting their local needs while implementing a state level strategy to holistically enhance Floridas economic climate, according to this joint report from Florida TaxWatch and the Florida Ports Council.

INFOGRAPHIC: 2014 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday

Tuesday, July 29, 2014 / Categories: Research, Taxes, Budget/Approps, Taxpayer Guide

From August 1-3, Floridians will save nearly $40 million in taxes while they shop tax-free for back-to-school supplies. Florida families can purchase clothing, school supplies, and even computers up to $750 tax-free. This infographic shows the estimated savings for taxpayers over the history of this annual tax holiday.

Budget Watch - Legislation Affecting Florida Revenues

Sunday, July 27, 2014 / Categories: Research, Taxes, Budget/Approps, Corrections/Judicial, Health Care, Taxpayer Guide

All the bills passed by the 2014 Legislature have now been evaluated by the state's revenue estimators, resulting in a revenue reduction of more than $550 in the current fiscal year. Local revenues will be reduced by $41.5 million and $37.0 million. Despite the declining revenue estimates, the reduction still leaves $1.65 billion in general revenue reserves for the fiscal year, according to the July Budget Watch.

Florida's Mid-Year Job Growth

Wednesday, July 23, 2014 / Categories: Research, Economic Development

Florida's job growth is steadily improving according to this report, which analyzes job growth data and shows higher job creation numbers for Florida than in the previous year, indicating a healthier state economy.

Ready for Takeoff: Florida Can Lead the Nation in Aircraft Manufacturing

Wednesday, July 9, 2014 / Categories: Research, Economic Development

Floridas booming aircraft manufacturing industry is helping to diversify the state, according to a new report. The report, Ready for Takeoff: Florida Can Lead The Nation In Aircraft Manufacturing, shows that Florida is the most attractive state for aircraft manufacturing, illustrated by the number of industry companies relocating to the state.

Budget Watch - General Revenue Estimating Conference

Seaport Governance Models

INFOGRAPHIC: 2014 Back to School Sales Tax Holiday

Budget Watch - Legislation Affecting Florida Revenues

Florida's Mid-Year Job Growth

Ready for Takeoff: Florida Can Lead the Nation in Aircraft Manufacturing

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