Parker Evans, president and chief investment strategist at Successful Portfolios, has indicated that Florida's 1% rise in homeowners insurance premiums for 2024—the lowest in the nation—suggests recent reforms are proving effective.
Patrick Hedger, director of policy for NetChoice, said that Florida's insurance market was in such disarray that individuals resorted to stealing accident reports to file fraudulent claims.
Tom Gaitens, executive director of Florida Citizens Against Lawsuit Abuse (CALA), emphasized the necessity for Florida to continue advancing tort reform to build on the progress made in 2023.
Nick Primrose, a former candidate for Florida’s 18th House District, said that rolling back insurance reforms would undermine recent market stability, increase rates, and send the wrong message to insurers.
Florida faces potential financial challenges with a projected loss of at least $1.6 billion in federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in 2028.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is marking the fifth anniversary of its State Reef Fish Survey (SRFS), a program aimed at promoting sustainable fisheries through data collection.
Lee Wiglesworth, President of Wiglesworth-Rindom Insurance Agency, said that Florida's property insurance market is showing signs of recovery based on his agency's April 2025 data.
The Florida Department of Education has announced that Shelly Teel, a third-grade teacher at Westside Elementary School in Columbia County, is one of the five finalists for the 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year.
The U.S. House of Representatives has proposed a budget that could significantly impact health care coverage for millions of Americans, particularly in Florida.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has announced the 10th annual Lionfish Removal and Awareness Day, set for Saturday, May 17.
The Florida Department of Education has announced Mark Harrison, a teacher at Union County High School, as one of the five finalists for the 2026 Florida Teacher of the Year.
Michelle Smith, chair of the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Leadership Council, said that Florida's legal reforms are saving consumers millions and protecting small businesses.
The Florida Chamber Foundation has released a comprehensive research report titled "Aligning Math Education to Workforce Needs: Insights From Florida’s Employers."
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is emphasizing the importance of adhering to best fishing practices during the current tarpon season.
Attorney General James Uthmeier has announced charges against Joseph Watson, a Pasco County elementary school teacher and church leader, for possession and promotion of child sexual abuse material (CSAM).
Paul Renner, former Speaker of the Florida House of Representatives, said that Florida's insurance reforms are curbing lawsuit abuse, lowering premiums, and restoring market stability.
Jerry Theodorou, director of the Finance, Insurance and Policy Program at the R Street Institute, said that Florida’s tort reforms have contributed to lowering insurance rates.
Tiger Joyce, president of the American Tort Reform Association (ATRA), has expressed concerns regarding a bill that aims to remove caps on medical malpractice damages in Florida.