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NFIB reveals Florida legislative agenda focusing on taxes, tort reform, and workers' compensation

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 6, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), which represents Florida's small business interests, has unveiled its 2025 Legislative Agenda for the current session of the Florida Legislature.

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Florida House advances bill altering citizen-led amendment process

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 6, 2025

The Florida House Government Operations Subcommittee has moved forward with a bill, HB 1205, that proposes significant changes to the state's citizen-led amendment process.

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Florida's small businesses set legislative priorities for 2025

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 6, 2025

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), a prominent advocate for small businesses in Florida, has unveiled its legislative agenda for 2025.

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Florida bill threatens changes to citizen-led amendment process

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 5, 2025

The Government Operations Subcommittee is set to review a bill on Thursday that could significantly alter Florida's citizen-led amendment process.

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Florida small businesses call for legislative support amid economic challenges

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 4, 2025

The Florida Legislature has begun its session, prompting calls from small business advocates for policies that support economic growth.

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Florida officials address invasive Asian green mussel threat

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 4, 2025

Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Wilton Simpson has issued a statement regarding the recent discovery of an invasive species in the state.

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Employers classified under the Manufacturing industry file 545 H-1B petitions in Florida throughout 2024

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 3, 2025

In 2024, 545 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Manufacturing 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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Florida: Residents received $33.91 billion per capita from Medicaid transfers in 2022

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 3, 2025

In 2022, Medicaid transfers made up 2.4% of income in Florida, providing an average of $1,524 per capita to residents.

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NFIB Florida prepares for Small Business Day in Tallahassee

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 3, 2025

NFIB Florida is set to host its Small Business Day in Tallahassee on March 13, 2025.

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Florida: Medicare dependency reached 5.5% in 2022

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 2, 2025

In 2022, Medicare transfers made up 5.5% of income in Florida, providing an average of $3,540 per capita to residents.

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Florida: Social Security made up 6.4% of total income in 2022

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 1, 2025

In 2022, Social Security transfers made up 6.4% of income in Florida, providing an average of $4,179 per capita to residents.

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Florida: Income Maintenance transfers accounted for 1.8% of income in 2022

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 28, 2025

In 2022, Income Maintenance transfers made up 1.8% of income in Florida, providing an average of $1,152 per capita to residents.

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Florida honors legacy of civil rights advocate Senator Geraldine Thompson

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 28, 2025

Florida is paying tribute to the late Senator Geraldine Thompson, a prominent figure in civil rights and voting rights advocacy.

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Bill proposed to aid disaster-affected voters in Florida

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 27, 2025

Senator Tina Polsky and Representative Lindsay Cross have introduced SB 1486 and HB 1317 in the 2025 Legislative Session.

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H-1B Insights: Employers classified under the Retail Trade industry file 371 petitions in Florida throughout 2024

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 24, 2025

In 2024, 371 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Retail Trade 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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Florida Department of Agriculture enhances service accessibility with new communication tools

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 24, 2025

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has announced the release of its latest press statement.

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Florida agriculture department launches new consumer protection initiative

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 24, 2025

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services has announced the implementation of a new initiative aimed at enhancing consumer protection across the state.

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Physician assistant on recurring allergy symptoms: 'You probably also have sinusitis that needs addressing'

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 20, 2025

Sierra Corbin, a physician assistant at Gulf Coast Breathe Free, said that if allergy medications do not provide relief, sinusitis could be present and may require treatment.

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Physician assistant on recurring allergy symptoms: 'You probably also have sinusitis that needs addressing'

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 18, 2025

Sierra Corbin, a physician assistant at Gulf Coast Breathe Free, explained that if allergy medications do not provide relief, sinusitis could be present and may require treatment.

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How many H-1B petitions were made by Florida employers classified under the Information industry during 2024?

By Sunshine Sentinel | Feb 17, 2025

In 2024, 242 H-1B petitions were filed by employers classified under the Information industry located in Florida, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.