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‘Restrict Act’ would monitor online content

Senate Bill 686, commonly known as the “Restrict Act,” is legislation that has stirred up considerable controversy in recent months. The bill, if passed, would have far-reaching implications for the tech industry, as well as for users of popular social media platforms. The goal of the Restrict Act is to […]

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College sports in major transition

The NCAA’s transfer portal and name, image, and likeness (NIL) deals have brought significant changes to the landscape of college sports. While these changes have provided student-athletes with more opportunities to exercise their rights and monetize their talents, they have also had a significant impact on traditional college dynasties like […]

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Students may get to choose meals, snacks

Starting as soon as July, Florida school districts could be required to comply to the requests of a student or guardian to provide alternative meals and snacks. The student or their guardian must request this option at the beginning of each semester. Upon request, the student or guardian must pay […]

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Barbers would get supervised training under new bill

Unlicensed barbers in Florida will be allowed to perform restricted services under the supervision of a licensed barber, if a Senate bill become law. Senate Bill 1148, proposed by Senator Ana Maria Rodriguez, R-Doral, will allow practicing barbers to enhance their craft while they are supervised. The bill will allow […]

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NIL deals would expand under House bill

Florida lawmakers earlier this month officially moved to amend state law and enable universities to assist student-athletes with name, image, and likeness (NIL) endorsement deals that are currently generation billions of dollars. HB 99 would repeal a provision in the 2020 Intercollegiate Athlete Compensation bill that prohibits a school “to […]