State designates 22 acres for Rays stadium
Cabinet action moves state land into play, but Tampa and county financing decisions still loom.
Ron DeSantis
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Rays release first renderings of proposed Dale Mabry ballpark
New renderings preview the Dale Mabry plan as negotiations and community sessions begin.
DeSantis backs Dale Mabry campus for Rays stadium
Florida signals support for the Dale Mabry campus as formal Rays stadium talks begin.
Cliff Maloney Says DeSantis’ Bold Plan to End Property Taxes Is Just the Beginning
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis made waves recently by proposing a plan to eliminate property taxes in the state—a move that’s already sparked national debate. But one supporter of this policy isn’t just calling it smart—he’s calling it a game-changer. Cliff Maloney, CEO of Citizens Alliance, recently penned an op-ed for RedState praising DeSantis for taking … Read more
Governor Ron DeSantis reappoints Andrew J. Mayts Jr. to the 13th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission
Shumaker Partner and Public Sector Chair Andrew J. Mayts has been reappointed to the 13th Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission, by Governor Ron DeSantis. As a member of the 13th Judicial Circuit JNC, Mayts will play a role in the selection and recommendation of candidates for judicial appointments within the 13th Judicial Circuit. “I am … Read more
Gov. DeSantis taps law firms for military pro bono initiative
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis selected four law firms with a Tampa Bay area presence to participate in a new initiative Lawyers Assisting Warriors, or LAW. The LAW initiative will draw from the talent of the firms to provide pro bono legal services for military members. The law firms designated by the governor include Gunster, Greenberg … Read more