News from March 2024

Florida TaxWatch releases report on county participation in 2020 Census

Florida TaxWatch has released a report titled "2020 Census: How Florida Counties Compare," analyzing the participation of each of Florida's 67 counties in the 2020 Census.

Civil rights martyr Johnnie Mae Chappell remembered on 60th anniversary

Johnnie Mae Chappell, a mother of ten, was killed by white supremacists while searching for her lost wallet on a Jacksonville, Florida roadside.

DeSantis signs bill allowing teens to work more hours with parental consent

Governor Ron DeSantis has signed House Bill 49 into law, allowing 16- and 17-year-olds in Florida to work additional hours with parental or guardian consent.

Florida Legislature's 2024 session yields mixed results for small businesses

NFIB State Executive Director Bill Herrle commented on the conclusion of the 2024 regular session of the Florida Legislature, highlighting its impact on small business owners.