Florida Ethics Commission Faces Legal Dilemma Over Dual Roles

Florida’s top ethics lawyer has delivered a legal blow to Glen Gilzean, the current Chair of the Florida Commission on Ethics. In a recently released opinion, Steven Zuilkowski, the general counsel for the Florida Ethics Commission, stated that Gilzean’s simultaneous roles contradict Florida state law. Specifically: Breakdown of Employment Gilzean’s involvement with the Ethics Commission…

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Farmers Insurance to Scale Back Coverage in Florida: Over 100,000 Policies Impacted

Farmers Insurance, a leading US insurance company, announced plans to decrease its coverage in Florida, prompting concerns for residents needing new auto, home, or umbrella insurance policies. The move to cut back coverage will affect nearly 100,000 policies, prompting the need for a smooth transition to prevent undue hardship for policyholders. Shrinking Market Presence In…

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Citrus County: Administrator Steve Howard Dismisses Two Key Directors

Citrus County recently underwent significant changes in its administrative ranks. Steve Howard, the County Administrator, made the tough decision to dismiss two prominent directors from their roles. These actions have raised eyebrows, emphasizing the importance of leadership, collaboration, and ethical behavior in county operations. Background Steve Howard took on the role of Citrus County administrator…

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Hurricane Idalia Wreaks Havoc Across Southeastern States; Federal Support Pledged

Hurricane Idalia, after making a ferocious landfall in Florida, proceeded to unleash its fury on Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina before drifting off the coast. There was no denying the relentless fury of the storm, boasting persistent winds that topped out at 60 mph. The raging tempest conjured up treacherous conditions; think life-threatening flash…

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Disgraced Former Congressman Chris Collins Eyeing a Return to Politics in Florida

Chris Collins, the ex-Congressman from Western New York, is contemplating a return to the political arena in a bid for the House of Representatives in Florida. This comes after Collins’ criminal conviction for insider trading and subsequent pardon by former president Donald Trump. A Possible Comeback As Collins settles into his new life in Florida,…

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Federal Judges Strike Down Bans on Gender-Affirming Care in Arkansas and Florida

Two federal judges have recently made groundbreaking decisions by rejecting statewide bans on gender-affirming treatments for transgender youth in Arkansas and Florida. These rulings deliver significant setbacks to these legislations. Arkansas’ Gender-affirming Treatment Ban Struck Down This Tuesday, Judge James M. Moody Jr. declared Arkansas’ “Save Adolescents from Experimentation Act” unconstitutional, putting the kibosh on…

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