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News from March 2025

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Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry file 196 H-1B petitions in Florida throughout 2024

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 31, 2025

Employers classified under the Wholesale Trade industry based in Florida submitted 196 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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How many H-1B petitions made by Florida employers were approved during 2024?

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 26, 2025

In 2024, 97.1% of H-1B petitions filed by employers in Florida were approved, according to data from the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.

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2022: How government transfer reliance in Florida has changed since 1970

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 25, 2025

In 2022, government transfers contributed 18.9% of income in Florida. How does this compare to historical figures?

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Florida small businesses back bill to adjust minimum wage requirements

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 25, 2025

NFIB Florida Legislative Director Tim Nungesser recently testified in favor of House Bill 541 and Senate Bill 676.

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Small business owner discusses hurricane recovery on NFIB podcast

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 25, 2025

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?

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 24, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 20, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 19, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 18, 2025

Miami has the most players of any city representing Florida in the tournament.

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Florida has 100 basketball players on the court in this year’s men’s NCAA March Madness tournament

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 17, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 17, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 17, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 17, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 15, 2025

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, government transfers made up 18.9% of income in Florida—ranking it the 24th most dependent among U.S. states.

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Florida ranks 16th highest in U.S. for per capita government transfer income at $12,269 in 2022

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 12, 2025

In 2022, residents of Florida received an average of $12,269 per capita in government transfer payments—ranking it 16th highest in the nation.

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Florida Bankers Association one of 50 state banking associations to oppose Durbin-Marshall credit card bill

By Sunshine Sentinel News Service | Mar 12, 2025

The Florida Bankers Association {FBA} is one of fifty state banking associations to oppose the "Credit Card Competition Act."

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

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 10, 2025

Employers classified under the Finance and Insurance industry based in Florida submitted 683 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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Analysis: Florida among 25 states that ban boys from playing girls’ high school sports

By Sunshine Sentinel | Mar 6, 2025

An analysis by Sunshine Sentinel shows that, following President Biden's new Title IX protections in April 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” Florida is one of 25 states that ban boys from playing in girls' high school sports.

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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.