Economic Commentary – Shaping the Future of Florida Transportation & Logistics
ResearchThis Economic Commentary looks at the Florida Trade and Logistics Study, the first transportation study in Florida that took into account such a wide variety […]
Florida Boys & Girls Clubs: An Analysis of Educational, Juvenile Justice, and Economic Outcomes
Corrections/Judicial, Education, ResearchFlorida Boys and Girls Clubs (FBGC) participants demonstrate significant differences in educational and juvenile justice outcomes versus similar peers who do not take advantage of
The Importance of Teacher Preparation to Student Achievement
Education, ResearchWithin Florida’s new educational standards, students will be expected to understand and apply rigorous English language arts and mathematics content at a much deeper level,
Budget Watch – Outlook Projects Surplus for FY2014-15
Budget & Appropriations, Research, TaxesThe Legislative Budget Commission has adopted the Long-Range Financial Outlook, which contains an expected budget surplus of $846 million for FY 2014-15. This marks the
Economic Commentary – Florida: The Fishing Capital of the World
Economic Development, Research, TourismAccording to this months Economic Commentary, in 2013, more than 1.2 million non-residents fished during a visit to Florida. In addition to attracting anglers from
Infographic: Economic Data for the Tallahassee Metropolitan Statistical Area
Economic Development, Local Government, Research, Taxpayer GuideThis infographic shows some of the major economic statistics for Leon, Wakulla, Jefferson, and Gadsden counties. (Note: Designed to be printed on 11×17″ paper.)
Economic Commentary: Florida Businesses and Local Governments Invest In CNG
Economic Development, Energy & Environment, Research, TransportationAccording to this Economic Commentary, Florida consumes more than 728 billion cubic feet of natural gas annually, 85 percent of which is used by electric
Economic Commentary: Florida Companies Train the World
Economic Development, ResearchThe latest Economic Commentary from Florida TaxWatch highlights Florida’s successful Modeling, Simulation and Training (MS&T) sector. Simulation and training exercises replicate life-like situations in a
Expanding Florida’s Global Economic Footprint
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Research, TaxesThis report illustrates the positive impact of business development and trade missions on Florida’s economy, highlighting the opportunities the missions create for Florida businesses, and
Implementing the CCSS: The Importance of Getting it Right
Education, ResearchThe first in a developing series about Florida’s implementation of the Common Core State Standards, this Briefing gives background on the CCSS, and makes the
Preeminence Designation for Florida’s Universities
Education, ResearchThe 2013 Florida Legislature, with support from the Governor, passed landmark legislation that established the criteria by which the state can declare preeminent institutions of
Economic Commentary: Foreign Direct Investment in Florida
ResearchFlorida has ample opportunities for economic expansion by increasing Foreign Direct Investment according to this month’s Economic Commentary from the Florida TaxWatch Center for Competitive
2013 Turkey Watch Report with Governors Vetoes
Budget & Appropriations, Budget Turkeys, Research, TaxesUPDATED: With Vetoes The 2013 Florida TaxWatch Turkey Watch Report identifies $106.8 million in Budget Turkeys. This annual Report identifies appropriations that appear in the
2013 Turkey Watch Report
Budget & Appropriations, Budget Turkeys, Research, TaxesThe 2013 Florida TaxWatch Turkey Watch Report identifies $106.8 million in Budget Turkeys. This annual Report identifies appropriations that appear in the budget at the
Economic Commentary: Florida’s Gulf Research Cooperation
Economic Development, Energy & Environment, Research, TransportationFor the past three years, 10 Florida universities and research institutions have been focused on researching the long-term effects of the BP oil spill on
Focusing on Outcomes in Florida’s Early Learning Programs
Education, ResearchThis Session Spotlight focuses on legislation that adds structure and accountability to the states early learning programs and the Department of Education.
Bringing FL-SOLARIS to Life
Budget & Appropriations, Energy & Environment, Local Government, Research, Taxes, TransportationAccording to this Briefing, progress on the organization of state-owned lands and facilities records has been made, although there is more to be done. The
2013 Taxpayer Independence Day
Research, Taxes, Taxpayer GuideSunday, April 21, is Florida Taxpayer Independence Day 2013, as estimated by Florida TaxWatch. On that day, Floridians are finally earning money for themselves–not for
Making Florida a Major Manufacturing State
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Research, TaxesEncouraging an increase in manufacturing would allow Florida to further diversify its economy and produce more high-wage jobs for Floridians. The Florida Legislature can help
Repeal of Insurance Premium Tax Credit Raises Concerns
Budget & Appropriations, Insurance, Research, TaxesRepealing an insurance premium tax credit that was designed to encourage insurance company jobs in Florida without fully assessing the impacts would be unwise, according
