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House Reps propose bill sidestepping DeSantis’s $350 million federal funds veto
In June, Governor Ron DeSantis rejected around $350 million in energy efficiency incentives. WMNF's Chris Young reports.
The Scoop: Thurs., December 7, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
University presidents criticize government interference The American Association of University Professors released a report criticizing political interference in Florida’s higher-education system, taking issue with several laws signed by DeSantis in 2022, including changes to tenure...
AAUP criticizes “political interference” by the Florida government at universities
The American Association of University Professors is criticizing the “political interference” in Florida’s higher education system.
Florida Senate panel supports fees on electric vehicles
A bill would require electric vehicle owners in Florida to pay $200 registration fees to try to offset anticipated losses in gas-tax dollars
PEN America report analyzes on Florida’s influence on free speech, lawmaking nationwide
Listen: Free expression group PEN America analyzed Florida’s culture war laws over the years. They released a report arguing that legislation in Florida under Governor Ron DeSantis is driving a conservative view of free speech...
The Scoop: Wed., December 6, 2023 Tampa Bay & Florida headlines by WMNF
The “Tampa 5” will avoid jail time after a long legal process stemming from a clash with police at the University of South Florida in March.
Citizens Property Insurance CEO took issue with a U.S. Senate Budget Committee request for information about the insurer’s finances.
Special gator hunting permits put on hold in Florida
A proposal would let five people hunt gators throughout the season in any management unit, on some public wetlands or on private land.
A proposed land swap could extend a highway through part of the Split Oak Forest Wildlife and Environmental Area in Osceola County.
Felony charges dropped against USF protestors ‘The Tampa Five’
Five demonstrators, known as the “Tampa 5”, will avoid jail time after a long legal process stemming from a clash with police at USF.
The proposed Florida budget includes tax cuts and spending on such things as teacher salary increases and police recruitment bonuses.
How a tiny non-profit startup broke the year’s biggest Florida politics story
Barbara Petersen, executive director of the Florida Center for Government Accountability, appeared on WMNF WaveMakers.
