EDA awards over $5 million in grants for economic development projects in Florida in 2023
The Economic Development Administration (EDA) issued 18 grants totaling $5,336,908 in 2023 to fund economic development projects in Florida.
Florida ranks 16 among U.S. states for teacher starting salary
Florida ranks 16 among U.S. states for teacher starting salaries, with an average starting salary of $47,178 in 2024, according to the National Education Association (NEA).
Florida House passes HB1205 affecting citizen-led amendment process
The Florida House of Representatives voted in favor of HB1205, a bill that imposes significant restrictions on the citizen-led amendment process.
- Defense Credit Union Council to Sens. Scott, Moody: 'The Credit Card Competition Act is a misnomer—it does nothing to enhance competition'
- Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry file 196 H-1B petitions in Florida throughout 2024
- How many H-1B petitions made by Florida employers were approved during 2024?
- 2022: How government transfer reliance in Florida has changed since 1970
- Florida small businesses back bill to adjust minimum wage requirements
Small business owner discusses hurricane recovery on NFIB podcast
NFIB member and small business owner Aileen Band from Daytona Beach Shores appeared on NFIB’s Small Business Rundown podcast to share her experiences with natural disaster recovery.
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How many H-1B petitions were made by Florida employers classified under the Public Administration industry during 2024?
Employers classified under the Public Administration industry based in Florida submitted 12 H-1B petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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NFIB endorses Randy Fine for Florida’s 6th Congressional District
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has announced its endorsement of Randy Fine for the U.S. House of Representatives in Florida's 6th Congressional District.
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NFIB endorses Jimmy Patronis for Congress representing Florida's 1st District
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has endorsed Jimmy Patronis for election to the U.S. House of Representatives, representing Florida’s 1st Congressional District.
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38 basketball players from Florida to play in NCAA women’s tournament
Miami has the most players of any city representing Florida in the tournament.
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100 basketball players from Florida to play in men’s NCAA March Madness tournament
Tampa has the most players of any city representing Florida in the tournament.
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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry file 34 petitions in Florida throughout 2024
In 2024, 34 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry located in Florida, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
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NFIB Florida hosts Small Business Day amid legislative session in Tallahassee
With the Florida legislative session underway, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) recently hosted its annual Small Business Day on March 13, 2025, in Tallahassee.
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Florida's Small Business Day highlights key legislative priorities
NFIB held its annual Small Business Day in Tallahassee on March 13, 2025, amid the ongoing legislative session.
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Florida announces Arbor Day celebration with focus on tree planting
Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) Commissioner Wilton Simpson has announced the state's annual Arbor Day celebration.
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Florida ranks 24th highest in the U.S. for government transfer dependency at 18.9% in 2022
In 2022, government transfers made up 18.9% of income in Florida—ranking it the 24th most dependent among U.S. states.
