November 21, 2023 | Daily Business Review
State Lawmakers Eye Streamlining Space Industry IssuesPort Canaveral and space-industry leaders continue to work on reducing interruptions in launches and cruise operations related to launches requiring exclusion zones where no marine traffic is permitted.
By Jim Turner
5 minute read
November 08, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Lawmakers Eye More Money for 'Safe Florida Home' ProgramThe My Safe Florida Home program includes matching grants up to $10,000 to help pay for such things as reinforcing roof-to-wall connections, upgrading roof coverings and upgrading doors and windows, according to the program's website.
By Jim Turner
4 minute read
October 31, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Democratic Party's Gun-Related Proposals Face Long OddsThere are 16 gun-related measures so far submitted for the 2024 legislative session that begins Jan. 9, but it's unlikely the bills will gain traction.
By Jim Turner
6 minute read
October 27, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Backroom Briefing: Revving Up 'Fresh From Florida'State agencies have shied away from race-car sponsorships during the past few years, after then-House Speaker Richard Corcoran criticized marketing efforts by Visit Florida.
By Jim Turner
5 minute read
October 25, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Lawmakers Eye Backlog in My Safe Florida Home Upgrade ProgramThe My Safe Florida Home program provides grants to help pay for such things as reinforcing roof-to-wall connections, upgrading roof coverings and upgrading doors and windows, according to the program's website.
By Jim Turner
4 minute read
October 18, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Simpson Seeks $300M for Conservation ProgramThe Department of Environmental Protection also is seeking $740.5 million for Everglades restoration, up from $694 million in the current budget year.
By Jim Turner
3 minute read
October 17, 2023 | Daily Business Review
State Vows More Help for People in IsraelWhile the governor's office promised more assistance to people in Israel, Democrats questioned the so-far undisclosed amount of state spending on actions that at least partly match federal efforts.
By Jim Turner
4 minute read
October 13, 2023 | Daily Business Review
DeSantis Declares Emergency After Hamas Attack on IsraelPart of Gov. Ron DeSantis' emergency order said the attack on Israel "has prompted demonstrations and fundraising campaigns throughout the United States, including Florida, intended to intimidate and threaten the Jewish population and to support Hamas."
By Jim Turner
3 minute read
October 11, 2023 | Daily Business Review
DeSantis Calls for Sanctions Against IranGov. Ron DeSantis said during an appearance at the Shul of Bal Harbour in Surfside that his proposal will reinforce a commitment against doing business with state sponsors of terrorism.
By Jim Turner
3 minute read
September 28, 2023 | Daily Business Review
Lawmaker Backs Holding Bear HuntRep. Jason Shoaf, R-Port St. Joe, who has introduced legislation the past two years about killing bears, said during a Franklin County legislative delegation meeting in Apalachicola that "this bear problem is out of control."
By Jim Turner
3 minute read
Trending Stories