“Inspiring Florida for a Better Future” Nelson Peña is an immigrant who came to the U.S. at 18 years old after graduating from high school and arrived in New York with only his backpack as luggage. While in New York, he attended college to learn English and worked in many different areas, such as grocery stores, warehousing, and as a waiter at many restaurants. As he … [Read more...]
Florida House Passes Drug Importation Program
Residents of Florida may be able to start seeing cheaper options of prescription drugs. On April 11, the GOP-led Florida House passed a bill that would help import medication. Such importation would give a more affordable and quality healthcare to Floridians, according to a press release from House Majority Leader Dane Eagle. In order to succeed, the final Senate bill and … [Read more...]
Florida House of Representatives Passes $89.9 Billion Budget
The Florida House of Representatives passed an $89.9 billion budget on Thursday, April 4, that is scheduled to start in July. The budget would avoid raising taxes and is expected to reduce waste and cut spending. As such, Florida was able to maintain its ranking as No. 1 in the nation for fiscal health, according to a press release from House Majority Leader Dane Eagle. … [Read more...]