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DeSantis, who filed paperwork for the race early this month, is running to replace Gov. Rick Scott, who faces term limits and is widely expected to run for the U.S. Senate.
Read More »DeSantis Launches Governor’s Bid As ‘Principled Conservative’
Texting While Driving Bill Sparks Debate on Racial Profiling, But Moves Forward in Florida Senate
The bill passed through a subcommittee on an 8-2 vote on Tuesday.
Read More »A House Bill Means Less Training For Cosmetologists In Florida. What Does It Mean For Public Health?
House Bill 15 could deregulate training programs for several occupations including cosmetologists.
Read More »Florida Bill Seeks To Reshape State College System
A post-secondary education bill that could reshape the Florida College system is moving through the state senate.
Read More »Governments Suing Citizens To Decide Public Record Access? This Bill Would Prevent It
State Sen. Keith Perry wants to keep government agencies from being able to sue people who file a public record request to get one of its documents.
Read More »WUFT’s Biggest Stories of 2017
Hurricane Irma, Richard Spencer, rescued dogs and more.
Read More »UF President Kent Fuchs Supports Congress’ Decision on Tuition Waiver Tax
A U.S. House tax-overhaul plan would have made graduate students pay federal income taxes on tuition charges that get waived in exchange for duties like research and teaching. The U.S. Senate did not include the provision in its tax legislation.
Read More »Filling Financial Cavities: How A Loan Forgiveness Program Would Help Dental School Grads
Dread paying the bill after a trip to the dentist? Dental school graduates may have it worse: their student loans.
Read More »Florida Bill Would Require Helmets For Scooter Riders Under 21
A bill proposed by state Sen. Keith Perry would require those under 21 operating or riding motorcycles, mopeds or scooters on a public road to wear a helmet.
Read More »Grad Students Fear For Their Future As House GOP Tax Plan Imposes Income Tax On Tuition Waivers
The tax GOP House bill poses a major threat for grad students who are able to pursue higher education through assistantships and fellowships that cover tuition costs.
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