Lloyd Dunkelberger News Service Of Florida

Lloyd Dunkelberger News Service Of Florida

July 18, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Scott Fights Financial Disclosure Lawsuit by Democratic Fundraiser

A Leon County circuit judge in February rejected Gov. Rick Scott's request to dismiss the case, which was filed by a Tallahassee attorney seeking to require Scott to provide more disclosure, including details of a blind trust.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

1 minute read

July 13, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Voting Rights Group's Lawsuit Challenges Education Amendment

The amendment was advanced by the Constitution Revision Commission, which meets every 20 years and has the ability to place constitutional changes directly on the general-election ballot.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

1 minute read

June 14, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Putnam Says Public Safety 'Not at Risk' in License Snafu

The problem has led to heavy criticism of Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam amid his campaign for governor.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

1 minute read

June 12, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Chamber of Commerce Poll Points to Trouble for Many Ballot Proposals

The poll, conducted in late May and early June, showed four amendments with the necessary 60 percent of voter support.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

1 minute read

May 25, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Scott's Pick Heuchan Played Pivot Role in CRC Proposals

Brecht Heuchan's committee was tasked with developing the package of proposed constitutional changes prior to the final vote by the full commission.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

9 minute read

May 07, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Bright Futures Scholarship Expansion Ready for Summer

The state Department of Education sent out a memorandum last week to financial-aid offices at the schools outlining how the merit-based scholarships can be used in summer semesters this year.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

3 minute read

May 03, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Cuts to Prison Drug Programs Move Forward, Despite Criticism

The state Department of Corrections says services had to be cut to shift money to the health care program, where there is a $55 million shortfall.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

5 minute read

April 24, 2018 | Daily Business Review

State Commission Begins Parkland High School Shooting Probe

A 16-member commission began reviewing the Feb. 14 mass shooting at a Broward County high school, looking into the circumstances of the crime, the background of the alleged shooter and recommendations to prevent future tragedies.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

4 minute read

April 18, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Florida Voters to Weigh 13 Ballot Proposals in November

Florida voters will get a chance to decide in November whether 13 is a lucky or unlucky number.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

6 minute read

April 09, 2018 | Daily Business Review

Closing Legislative Session, Scott Vetoes Aquifer Bill, Signs 17 Others

Wrapping up work from the 2018 legislative session, Gov. Rick Scott signed 17 bills and vetoed one measure, which he said could “muddle” Florida's efforts to protect its underground water system.

By Lloyd Dunkelberger, News Service of Florida

3 minute read