There is no shortage of rankings by which to measure Florida against other states. This economic commentary examines several of them and shows how the […]
This Special Report details how Escambia County is seeking creative solutions to dealing with the recession.
“A relatively small number of projects known as ‘turkeys’ found their way into the state budget, this year, possibly because of a severe shortfall of
“This symbolic date (April 19) assumes that every dollar earned since January 1 goes to pay federal, state, and local tax obligations. “
“Florida’s ‘bricks and mortar’ businesses are at a competitive disadvantage with internet marketers due to the fact they, unlike their online competitors, must charge sales
“Given the slumping real estate market, this special report proposes the creation of a retirement visa, which would allow foreign retirees to spend their later
“With the premise that Florida’s hospitality industry is in danger of being taxed to unprofitability, this report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, stresses the need
This Florida TaxWatch publication, Analysis of the Potential Economic Impact of Repealing Certain Sales Tax Exemptions Related to Providers of Homes and Services for Florida’s
“Putting the ‘sun’ in the Sunshine state, this briefing enumerates the benefits of expanding solar energy production in Florida. Delaying solar projects would put Florida
This PowerPoint presentation makes the case for altering Florida’s corporate income tax as a means of promoting capital formation and enhancing employment opportunities.
“This Special Report examines the court system’s cost efficiency, effectiveness, transparency, accountability, and related issues. Among the findings: cost efficiency standards could result in cost
Fractional owners purchase an interest in an aircraft rather than purchasing or leasing the entire aircraft. This Special Report considers whether revisions are necessary in
“This report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, shows that while Florida’s communications industry has already invested a great deal of capital in the state, there
“Manufacturing output in Florida has grown exponentially since 1977, while employment in the state’s manufacturing sector has grown much less. This Special Report looks at
“From transportation to education to housing, this research report examines some of the key sectors of the Florida economy that stand to benefit from federal
“This report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, presents side-by-side Pro and Con opinion pieces on whether Florida should accept federal stimulus funds for unemployment compensation.
“The Workers’ Compensation Reform Act of 2003 is under siege. This report, written independently of Florida Taxwatch, explains how court rulings on the Act could
Casino revenues have far reaching impacts on other business and government revenues. This Research report details the economic side of the compact as currently written.
“Warning against confusing compassion for action, Rep Cannon assumes the role of House Speaker Designate.”
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