The Senate on Jan. 14 passed the bill boosting funding for rural areas that’s a top priority for Senate President Ben Albritton.

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WCTV/Gray Florida Capital Bureau) - The Florida Senate passed sweeping reforms Wednesday afternoon aimed at providing a major economic boost to rural communities across the state.

Florida state lawmakers are considering proposals that could eliminate homestead taxes in the state. The possibility of this happening next year has sparked a variety of reactions from residents, ...

Discussions are underway in Florida about the potential elimination of homestead property taxes, a move that could significantly affect rural counties. A study by the Florida League of Cities ...

FLORIDA (WMBB) – During a news conference on Friday, speakers discussed the findings of a new report on how Florida’s rural roadways have increased congestion, fatality rates and freight movements.

Florida's House speaker posed a hypothetical: Does Florida need 67 counties? County representatives say consolidations would clash with local pride — as well as practicality. The last Florida county ...