Amendments 5 & 6 Deserve Voter Scrutiny
Guest Columns, Research, Voter Guides"This report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, details the salient points of each of these amendments before making recommendations. "
In Addition to Devastating Impacts on the Economy and Jobs- Amendment 4 Will Increase Costs to Taxpayers through Added Elections and Increased Litigation Against Local Governments
Energy & Environment, Research, Transportation, Voter GuidesAmendment 4 would require that voters approve changes to their local comprehensive land use plans. Some consider this a dangerous case of 'hyper-democracy.'
Land Use Planning by Referendum: The Economic Consequences of Amendment 4
Research, RetirementJobs and tax revenues would be affected by the passage of amendment 4. Numerous other unintended consequences are analyzed in this report.
What if Government Ran Like a Business? The 2007 Solution
Guest Columns, Research“This report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, makes the case for policy that will rein in spending while promoting economic growth and incentivizing job creation
Ensuring that Florida’s university-bound high school graduates are STEM programs-ready
Education, Guest Columns, Research“Written independently of Florida TaxWatch, this report explains why high schools must put a premium on teaching science, technology, engineering and mathematics”
Voter Guide to the Proposed Constitutional Amendments on the November 2- 2010 Ballot
Research, Voter Guides"This report analyzes three of the six proposed amendments to the Florida Constitution. Those amendments focus on ad valorem tax credit for deployed military personnel,
Economic and Caseload Estimating Conferences Provide More Information for Next Year’s Budget Shortfall Forecast
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Budget drivers such as Medicaid, school enrollment and voluntary pre-K are examined in this report which explores the budget shortfall facing the 2011 legislature. “
Estimating Conferences Project More Money for the 2011 Legislature
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Sales taxes, corporate income taxes, and medical and hospital fees are scrutinized for the revenue each is likely to provide to lawmakers.”
Next Year’s Budget Outlook Begins to Take Shape through a Series of Estimating Conferences
Budget & Appropriations, Research, Taxes“Facing an estimated $5 billion to $6 billion shortfall, lawmakers faced some tough decisions. This report examines sources of general revenue and their impact. “
Florida TaxWatch Presentation: Preliminary Findings on the Economic Impact of Solar Energy in Florida
Energy & Environment, Research, Transportation“Florida currently ranks 11th nationally for solar market attractiveness. This report outlines employment opportunities in the field, federal incentives for solar investment, and looks to
Amendment 8 is the Right Investment for Florida: Evidence Shows Modifying the Class Size Reduction Amendment Will Save Billions for Florida Taxpayers
Education, ResearchImplementing the class Size reduction amendment has proven to be very expensive. This report details how it could get more expensive and explains measures that
The 2010 Florida TaxWatch Turkey Watch Report
Budget Turkeys, Research“A large number of projects known as ‘turkeys’ found their way into the state budget, despite a looming budget shortfall considered the biggest ever. “
2010 Legislative Briefing: Education Personnel Reforms
Education, ResearchThe Florida TaxWatch Center for Educational Performance and Accountability (CEPA) stresses the need for reform in education through the legislative process.
Florida’s Financial Exposure from Its Self-Insurance Programs: The Citizens Property Insurance Corporation and the Florida Hurricane Catastrophe Fund
Insurance, ResearchFlorida faces a property insurance crisis and this report details the current situation as well as recommendations for improving the solvency of the system
How Independent Are Florida Inspectors General?
Cost Savings, Research“Written independently of Florida TaxWatch, this report explores whether an Inspector General can be objective if he or she is subject to removal at the
Federal Debt and Florida’s Future
Guest Columns, Research“With the premise that congress is ‘spending without thought of tomorrow’ this report, written independently of Florida TaxWatch, makes the case for a constitutional amendment
Florida Taxation and Budgeting Workshop (presentation by Director of Tax Research Kurt Wenner)
Research, TaxesPowerPoint explores local and state tax structures and details spending and budget figures.
Florida Taxpayer Independence Day 2010! Independence Comes Five Days Later Than Last Year
Research, Taxes“This symbolic date (April 16) assumes that every dollar earned since January 1 goes to pay federal, state, and local tax obligations. “
The People First Contract Reassignment Florida should renegotiate to enhance taxpayer value before consenting to assignment
Cost Savings, ResearchThis report explains how and why competitive bidding for contracts is imperative in order to achieve the best value for Florida taxpayers on state purchases
