So it begins! Tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9, is the first day of Florida’s 2018 Legislative Session. Much has been reported about sexual harassment complaints involving key legislative leaders. Others have expressed frustration with the political system in Tallahassee and another crop of legislators left their seats to pursue other alternatives. In spite of the all …
via NAHB Chairman, Granger MacDonald As House and Senate conferees work to produce a final tax overhaul package, NAHB is urging congressional leadership to produce a conference report that provides the best outcome for home owners, renters and the small business community. This report must: Adopt the Senate position on the mortgage interest deduction, which retains …
via the National Association of Home Builders As the tax reform debate continues on Capitol Hill, NAHB has been fully-engaged on this issue for months. Our efforts have been Federation-wide as we work to ensure lawmakers understand the industry’s priorities and the importance of housing to the nation’s economy. NAHB conducted a successful, targeted congressional fly-in Nov. 14-15, …
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has proposed extending the effective date of the Obama-era Waters of the U.S. rule for two years while it works out, with input from those who would potentially be affected by the rule, what exactly is included in the definition of “water of the United States,” according to the Washington …
Most of us in Tallahassee review daily legislative clips to glean up-to-the-minute news from the Capitol. Lately, editorial space meant for legislation updates is being held for the latest broadcast of politicians facing sexual harassment or ethical complaints. As intriguing as all that can be, we cannot lose sight of the fact the 2018 Legislative …
In Spite of Harassment Headlines, Session Issues Emerge Read More »
Building officials, developers, engineers, architects, and others are anticipating the next edition of the Florida Building Code, 5th Edition, effective December 31, 2017. Many projects to repair flood damage or to rebuild homes destroyed by Hurricane Irma and other flooding events may be subject to this edition of the Code. Nearly all of Florida’s flood …
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by George Cooper, Immediate Past 2nd Vice President NAHB invited myself and Rusty Payton to come to Washington to meet with key Florida congressmen regarding the proposed income tax reforms. On November 14th, we were joined by JP Delmore, the NAHB lobbyist for Florida, in meeting with the chief of staff for Senator Marco Rubio, an aid …
The House Republican tax bill would eliminate tax breaks for a popular funding mechanism used by public-private partnerships (P3s) and put an end to electric vehicle tax credits, according to The Hill. The GOP measure would do away with the tax-exempt benefit of private-activity bonds (PAB’s), which many private companies have used in the past …
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By Douglas Buck, Director of Governmental Affairs In the lifelong career that I’ve had with the Florida Home Builders Association – focusing on statewide issues such as the Florida Building Code – I can honestly say that Richard Browdy stands out as consensus builder, true gentleman, and a staunch advocate for the home building industry …
via the Florida Office of Insurance Regulation Florida Insurance Commissioner David Altmaier issued an Order late yesterday notifying the National Council on Compensation Insurance (NCCI) that its 2018 rate filing has been disapproved and, if amended by November 7, 2017, will be approved with a slightly larger workers’ compensation rate decrease. Approval of a revised …
Office Orders Slightly Larger Workers’ Compensation Insurance Rate Decrease for 2018 Read More »
