Veto
Gov. Scott May Veto Tuition Increase
Gov. Rick Scott hinted Friday that he is considering vetoing a 3 percent tuition increase as he considers the budget lawmakers sent him this week.
Scott’s Budget Vetoes Target South Florida Hard
Florida’s almost $70-billion dollar budget funds critical statewide services, adds a little extra to education and should help the state maintain a solid credit rating, but South Florida took a big punch from Governor Rick Scott’s veto pen to the tune of $25 million.
$70 Billion Budget Heads For Gov. Scott’s Desk
Florida lawmakers signed off late Friday on a $70 billion budget that doesn’t raise taxes, but eliminates thousands of jobs, slashes money going to hospitals and universities, and raises college tuition rates. The budget was the last significant action they took before adjourning the 2012 Legislative session at Midnight, the last possible moment.
M-D Commission Votes To Avoid Police Layoffs
It’s back to square one for Miami-Dade County Commissioners and the Mayor who are trying to solve the County’s budget battle.
Political Showdown Looms In Miami-Dade’s Healthcare Impasse
Miami-Dade County Commissioners are scheduled to meet Tuesday to finally solve a political showdown between Mayor Carlos Gimenez and the Commission over controversial concessions on county unions including the police union.
Scott Targets Weakest For Line-Item Veto Cuts
After using his line item power to veto more than $600 million in state spending, Governor Rick Scott is drawing heat from critics who say he has targeted the state’s most vulnerable citizens.
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