2012 Annual Report
Annual Reports, ResearchFlorida TaxWatch 2012 Annual Report detailing the work of the organization over the past year.
Florida is Growing with Biosciences
Economic Development, ResearchThis month’s Economic Commentary focuses on the growing bioscience industry in Florida, which is bringing high-wage job opportunites to Florida faster than almost any other
Economic Commentary- Florida’s Space Coast: Recovery and the Future
Economic Development, ResearchThis month’s Economic Commentary focuses on the aerospace industry in Florida following the closure of the Space Shuttle program at NASA. According to Enterprise Florida,
Economic Commentary – Peeling Back the Florida Orange Industry
Economic Development, ResearchThis month’s Economic Commentary looks at the economic impact of Florida’s orange industry. Florida produces more oranges than any other U.S. state, totaling more than
The 2012 Voter Guide
Budget & Appropriations, Local Government, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer Guide, Voter GuidesConsistent with the research and educational mission of Florida TaxWatch, the 2012 Voter Guide is the third consecutive Guide released during a statewide election cycle.
Budget Outlook (Long-Range Financial Outlook)
Budget & Appropriations, Economic Development, Research, TaxesThe September 2012 Florida TaxWatch Budget Outlook provides details on the revenue projections, how much spending is expected to increase, and a look at Critical
Economic Commentary – Florida Invests in Competitiveness
Economic Development, ResearchThis month’s Economic Commentary discusses how Florida is investing in seaport and related infrastructure more than at any other time in our history, to diversify
Economic Commentary-The Effect of the Midwest Drought on Florida
Economic Development, Energy & Environment, Research, TransportationWith counties in 32 states placed on the USDA’s list of primary disaster areas because of drought conditions, this month’s Economic Commentary looks at the
Economic Commentary- Florida’s Business Cycle Revisited
Economic Development, ResearchThis Economic Commentary is an extension of the June 2011 Economic Commentary, which discussed how Florida’s business cycle is different from other states, and the
Accountability is Essential
Education, ResearchFlorida must continue to embrace and refine its system of accountability in public education in order to maintain the significant gains that have been made
Economic Commentary- Foreign Buyers of Florida Homes
Economic Development, ResearchWhile we typically think of Florida as a top destination for U.S. citizens looking to buy homes, Florida the top state in the U.S. for
Fiscal and Economic Impact of Amendment 4
Economic Development, Local Government, Research, TaxesA proposed Constitutional Amendment on the November 2012 ballot would create Florida jobs, grow Florida’s Gross Domestic Product, and increase the personal income of Floridians,
Economic Commentary- Greece, the Euro Zone, and Florida
Economic Development, ResearchRecent financial volatility in Europe, combined with a potential European banking crisis, may cause more than one country to leave the Euro. May’s Economic Commentary
Florida’s Top Ten Largest Public Employers by County
Economic Development, Local Government, ResearchThe Briefing surveys the significance of public-sector employment in Florida counties by examining the ten largest employers per county, and finds that public employers are
Florida Missing Opportunities to Take Advantage of Federal Programs for Energy-Saving Measures
Archive/Pre-2000, Cost Savings, Energy & Environment, Local Government, Research, TransportationAccording to this report, Florida has the potential to collect millions of dollars for energy efficiency enhancement projects already completed, or planned.
Government Cost Savings-Legislative Update 2012
Budget & Appropriations, Cost Savings, Research, TaxesUpdated to include Governor Scott’s vetos, this piece details the progress made this legislative session on the GCSTF Recommendations for FY 2012-13
2012 Taxpayer Independence Day
Local Government, Research, Taxes, Taxpayer GuideFriday, April 20, is Florida Taxpayer Independence Day 2012, as estimated by Florida TaxWatch. On that day, Floridians are finally earning money for themselves –not
Economic Commentary- The Effect of High Gas Prices on the Florida Economy
Economic Development, ResearchApril’s Economic Commentary focuses on the tangible effect of the price of gasoline on the average Florida consumer, and shows an impact on disposable income,
2012 Turkey Watch Report
Budget Turkeys, Research“The final report of the 2012 Turkey List, including criteria”
2012 Turkey Watch List
Budget Turkeys, Research“The 2012 Turkey List organized by budget line item. NOTE: Designed for 11×17 paper, will print at 50% on 8.5×11.”
