Test Expectations: How many students met or exceeded Math FAST expectations in Hardee County in 2022-23 school year?
Hardee County FAST results are in, and 52.8% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Did Manatee County students succeed or flounder in their 2022-23 school year Math FAST tests?
Manatee County FAST results are in, and 58.4% of school students were proficient in Math in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Florida Department of Education.
Buchanan Leads Letter to MedPAC Urging Consideration of AI in Health Care
Congressman Vern Buchanan, along with Congressman Schweikert and Congresswoman Steel, has written a letter to the Medicare Payment Advisory Commission (MedPAC) urging them to consider the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in health care. The lawmakers expressed concerns about MedPAC's current approach to AI and its potential negative impact on providers and innovators in the health care industry. Buchanan emphasized the importance of leveraging AI technologies in health care, especially in preventative care measures.In the letter, Congressman Buchanan stated, "I am...
- ELA FAST Expectations: 42.6% of students in Hardee County meet or exceed in 2022-23 school year?
- Manatee County: How many students passed on their ELA FAST test in 2022-23 school year?
- Tampa Bay Breathe Free announces support for C4 Foundation to support Navy SEALs
- Which former Manatee Review area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon April 15?
- Manatee County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in Q3 2023
3 companies in cities within Manatee County received three inspections in Q2 2023
There were three companies in cities associated with Manatee County that received three FDA inspections in the second quarter of 2023, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Association.
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Tampa Bay Breathe Free announces support for C4 Foundation to support Navy SEALs
Tampa Bay Breathe Free, an ear, nose and throat clinic located at 2805 54th Ave North in Suite 300, announced its support for the C4 Foundation, an organization that supports Navy SEALs and their families.
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Buchanan, Issa, Donalds Introduce Bill to Crack Down on Illegal Immigrant Sexual Predators
Congressman Vern Buchanan, along with Congressman Darrell Issa and Congressman Byron Donalds, has introduced the Protecting Our Communities from Sexual Predators Act aimed at ensuring that illegal immigrants convicted of sexual assault are deported and permanently banned from the United States.Buchanan emphasized the importance of the legislation by stating, “Illegal aliens who sexually assault and rape American citizens have absolutely no place in our society.” He highlighted the need for immediate deportation of illegal immigrants convicted of sexual assault to keep...
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Buchanan Honored for Record Protecting Wildlife, Combatting Animal Cruelty
Congressman Vern Buchanan has been recognized for his outstanding efforts in protecting wildlife and combatting animal cruelty. Buchanan, who serves as the co-chairman of the bipartisan Animal Protection Caucus, received high praise from the U.S. Humane Society for his dedication to animal welfare. In the recently released 2023 legislative scorecard, Buchanan achieved a remarkable 100 percent rating, making him one of only 13 Republicans in Congress to attain this score.Expressing his gratitude for the recognition, Congressman Buchanan stated, “As a proud dog owner, I’m...
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Buchanan, Titus, Tillis, Peters Introduce Legislation to Help Combat Domestic Abuse
Congressman Vern Buchanan and Congresswoman Dina Titus have introduced the Animal Violence Exposes Real Threat of (AVERT) Future Violence Act of 2024, a bipartisan and bicameral bill aimed at preventing domestic abuse by addressing the link between animal abuse and violence against people. The legislation requires the Department of Justice to examine the connections between acts of animal cruelty and violence against people and produce policy recommendations to prevent domestic abuse.Buchanan emphasizes the importance of studying the connection between domestic abuse and...
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Buchanan, Thompson Introduce Bill to Lower Costs for Caregivers
Washington – Congressman Vern Buchanan and Congressman Mike Thompson have introduced the Lowering Costs for Caregivers Act (H.R. 7222), a bipartisan legislation aimed at reducing the financial burden on caregivers. The bill would allow individuals to utilize tax-free health savings accounts and flexible spending accounts to cover medical expenses for their parents and loved ones. Currently, caregivers are only eligible for these tax-free accounts if their parents are classified as dependents for tax purposes.Congressman Buchanan emphasized the importance of caregiving...
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Buchanan, Ross Introduce Legislation to Crack Down on Puppy Mills
Today, Congressman Vern Buchanan and Congresswoman Deborah Ross have introduced bipartisan legislation aimed at increasing transparency in the pet buying process and cracking down on inhumane dog breeding facilities. The proposed bill, known as the Petfax Act, would require sellers to provide a "Petfax" report detailing the conditions in which the animal was bred and raised, as well as its health history.The Petfax Act also seeks to create stricter criteria for obtaining and maintaining licenses to sell pets, ensuring that only legitimate and responsible sellers are...
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Tampa Bay doctor on chronic sinusitis: ‘Your quality of life is directly related with early intervention’
Sinus infections, also called sinusitis, are common medical conditions that can become more serious the longer they go untreated. Dr. Mariah Pate of Tampa Bay Breathe Free said early intervention is key when treating sinusitis.
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Buchanan Applauds Committee Passage of Bipartisan Tax Package
Congressman Vern Buchanan, Vice Chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee and former Chairman of the Tax Subcommittee, has expressed his support for the committee passage of the bipartisan and bicameral Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act. In a statement, Congressman Buchanan highlighted the importance of making the tax code more competitive for the benefit of American families and businesses. He stated, "As someone who spent 30 years building businesses, as well as a former chairman of the Ways and Means Tax Subcommittee, I know from experience that...
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Two More Buchanan Bills Signed Into Law!
WASHINGTON - Congressman Vern Buchanan has announced that two of his legislative proposals have been signed into law as part of the FY24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). This marks Buchanan's 31st and 32nd initiatives signed into law since he first came to Congress in 2007.The first provision focuses on examining the benefits and feasibility of utilizing black box data recorders in tactical military vehicles to prevent future accidents. Buchanan, a leading advocate for reforming military training procedures, introduced this provision as the DRIVE SAFE Act. The...
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Buchanan, Thompson Introduce Bill to Remove PGA Tax Exempt Status
Congressmen Vern Buchanan (R-FL) and Mike Thompson (D-CA) have introduced legislation to revoke the tax-exempt status of the PGA Tour. The PGA Tour, currently classified as a 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization, does not pay federal corporate income taxes. The introduction of this legislation comes after the PGA's decision to merge with Saudi-backed LIV Golf, forming a single for-profit entity.Congressman Buchanan expressed his concerns about taxpayer subsidies for the PGA's tax-exempt status, stating, "With billions of dollars in annual revenue and record profits streaming...
