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Who was the governor of Florida in 1994?

Lawton Chiles (born April 3, 1930 in Polk County, Florida; died December 12, 1998 in Tallahassee, Florida) succeeded Bob Martinez as the forty-first Governor of Florida, servi… (MORE)

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Who was the governor of Florida in 1993?

Lawton Chiles (born April 3, 1930 in Polk County, Florida; died December 12, 1998 in Tallahassee, Florida) succeeded Bob Martinez as the forty-first Governor of Florida, servi… (MORE)

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Who is the Governor of Florida?

The Governor of Florida is Rick Scott (R). Scott assumed office as Governor of Florida on January 4, 2011. Rick Scott

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Is the governor of Florida Republican-or democrat?

(As of the 2011-2015 term) Rick Scott, a Republican, is the current Governor of Florida.

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Where can you find pictures of the governor of Florida?

As of January 2008, the current Florida Governor is Charlie Crist. His picture is posted on the Executive Office of the Governor's website - http://www.flgov.com/.

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List of Amusement and Theme Parks in Florida

Florida is home to some of the most amazing and spectacular amusement parks in the world. Use this list of Florida theme parks to plan your vacation and ensure that you do not… (MORE)

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Colleges that Shine in Florida

The Sunshine State is home to great weather, exotic animals, and gorgeous beaches. The Sunshine State, Florida, is recognized as one of the top vacation spots in the world and… as a retirement retreat for millions of snowbirds. The state of Florida has several attractive features that are only enhanced by the school system. The state boasts 11 major universities, six private colleges, and a litany of colleges. These institutions of higher learning are governed by the Florida Board of Governors and make up the state university system of Florida. The list provided below highlights some of the best colleges in Florida.Florida State University, F.S.U., is located in the capital city of Florida: Tallahassee. The university is comprised of over 16 different colleges and offers over 275 programs. The university offers undergraduate, doctoral, graduate, professional, and specialist degree programs. Florida State University is recognized throughout the nation as a Florida's premier graduate institution. The university hosts over 40,000 students and awards over 2,000 professional and graduate degrees each year. As Florida's premier research institution, Florida State University is home to the state's only national laboratory, The National High Magnetic Field Laboratory. Among a long list of prestigious discoveries, Florida State University is the birthplace of Taxol, an anti-cancer drug.The University of Florida, U.F., is located in Gainesville, Florida on the vast 2,000-acre campus. With a student body of over 50,000 students, the University of Florida is known as the "Harvard of the South." The University of Florida is Florida's oldest and largest university. With 16 colleges and over 150 institutes and research centers, the University of Florida is recognized as one of the top universities in the nation. In 2012, U.F. was ranked no. 17 in "Top Public Universities" by U.S. News & World Report and no. 7 in "Best Value Public Colleges" by the Princeton Review.Recognized as one of Florida's elite private universities, The University of Miami is sprawled throughout the city of Miami, Florida. The University of Miami, also known as The U, has three campuses. The main campus is in Coral Gables, Florida, the campus for medicine is in Miami City, and the research facility for oceanography is located on Virginia Key. The private institution has a student enrollment of over 16,000 students that are enrolled in one of the school's 12 colleges. The U offers 114 master's programs, 115 undergraduate programs, 51 doctoral programs, and two professional study areas.Florida A&M University, FAMU, is the nation's largest historically black college or university (HBCU) based on enrollment in the United States. FAMU is located in the state's capital city, Tallahassee. Florida A&M graduates more African Americans than any other institution in the nation. FAMU offers its students a choice of over 103 majors, 62 undergraduate degrees, 36 master's degrees, 2 professional degrees, as well as 11 Ph.D. degree programs. Florida A&M is comprised of 13 colleges and schools. FAMU boasts 100 percent passage rates for pharmacy, nursing programs, and public health licensure examinations.The University of Central Florida, UCF, is the largest university in the state of Florida and second largest in the United States. With nearly 60,000 students, UCF is located in the metropolitan area of Orlando, Florida. Opened in 1963, the campus of the University of Central Florida is housed in a 1,415-acre expanse only 13 miles from downtown Orlando. UCF offers its students a choice of over 210 different degree programs and a choice of 12 colleges. UCF also has 12 satellite campuses located throughout the state of Florida.The state of Florida is host to some of the most renowned universities in the world. Florida's state university system boasts several NCAA Championships and has become synonymous with NCAA Football. The institutions that are listed above are among the largest or most historic institutions in the state. Each of the storied programs is rich in culture and instills an insurmountable amount of confidence and pride in its students.Florida State University is home to one of the state's most notorious mascots: Chief Osceola. Chief Osceola has a long history in Tallahassee and has made his football pregame tradition a ceremony. In the pregame show, the Chief rides his horse, Renegade, to the middle of the football field and plants a burning spear. (MORE)

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Major Tax Laws for the State of Florida

If you are living in Florida, there are a few important tax laws about which you need to know. Florida tax laws are straightforward for the most part. Read through this list t…o find out which taxes affect you and if you are eligible for any exemptions.One of Florida's major taxes is a sales tax. The state charges a 6 percent tax on most goods, services and rentals. Some exclusions to Florida's sales tax are medicine and groceries. Certain organizations are exempt from paying sales tax on goods and services, like places of worship, fire departments and non-profits. Additionally, counties have the ability to levy their own sales taxes, so depending on where you are, sales tax can reach 7.5 percent.Florida does not charge a state income tax. Florida is one of seven such states in the nation, and its state constitution explicitly prohibits a state income tax. While there is no state income tax, residents still pay federal income taxes.There is also no estate tax in Florida. Additionally, there are no inheritance taxes. This means that if someone wills you an inheritance such as finances, personal property or real estate, there are no state taxes levied on it in order for you to assume ownership.The state of Florida charges no property taxes, but counties and local municipalities do. A large portion of funding for fire departments, public schools, roadwork and other projects comes from local property taxes. Florida ranks in the top five states for highest property taxes. There are some exemptions to help with the cost of property tax, such as those for widows and widowers who do not remarry, senior citizens, veterans and those on permanent disability.For more information on state and local taxes, contact your local State of Florida Department of Revenue. Florida tax laws are relatively simple, and overall, Florida has some of the most lax tax laws in the nation despite the fact that property taxes are high.When you make a purchase online, you are still required to pay taxes on your purchase. This "use tax" of 6 percent is applied whenever you purchase an item that is either brought or delivered to the state of Florida. Even if you are charged tax on your purchase, you are required to make up the difference if what you paid is less than 6 percent. (MORE)

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Road to the White House: 9 Governors Who Became President

The road to the White House is not an easy trek by any means and the responsibilities of the office are tremendous. It stands to reason, as such, that the American people plac…e a good deal of emphasis on a candidate's previous leadership experience as a guiding criterion for their vote. This, perhaps more than any other reason, helps explain why former state governors are highly suited as candidates for the presidency. As former chief executives, ex-governors have an inkling of the responsibilities involved with the office. Here is a look at some of the top governors who went on to become President of the U.S.Prior to becoming the 3rd President of the United States, Mr. Jefferson served as the governor of the state of Virginia from 1779-1781. Virginia was one of the leading and most important colonies, with Jefferson holding the governorship during a time of war. Of course, Jefferson is best known as one of the Founding Fathers and one of the authors of the Declaration of Independence.Mr. Monroe was the 5th President of the United States and also hailed from the state of Virginia where he served as governor from 1779 - 1802. Monroe, a Founding Father, is the last person of this distinction to have served in the presidency. Interestingly, he was an anti-federalist and was a part of the Virginia delegation that opposed ratification of the U.S. Constitution.By most accounts, Mr. Tyler is a President that few remember or have even heard of. Nevertheless, he was the 10th Chief Executive; with his most significant accomplishment being the annexation of Texas into the Union. Prior to this, he was the governor (among a slew of other elected offices) of the great state of...you guessed it, Virginia from 1825-1826. He was a strong advocate for state's rights during his terms as governor.The 26th President of the U.S., Teddy Roosevelt had a distinguished career prior to the presidency. The former Rough Rider was the governor of the state of New York from 1899-1900. The governance of New York exposed Mr. Roosevelt to such economic issues as monopolies and trusts; problems he would famously deal with as President.Known as the longest serving President, Mr. Roosevelt was the 32nd person to occupy the Oval Office. Prior to his esteemed presidential career, Mr. Roosevelt served as the governor of New York from 1929-1932. During his time in the governor's chair, Roosevelt began a system of establishing social programs that would become a dominant feature of New Deal policies as President.The time in office of the 39th President of United States was turbulent to say the least. Mr. Carter, a former peanut farmer, found the White House to be more of a challenge than his time as the governor of the state of Georgia (1974-1975) perhaps prepared him for. Nevertheless, Mr. Carter's humanitarian convictions in support of such issues as civil rights were cultivated during his term as a Southern governor.Mr. Reagan, who was the 40th President of the U.S. and a former major film star, enjoyed early political success as a two-term governor of California from 1967 - 1975. Without question, Mr. Reagan's terms in the governor's mansion help shaped the ideas that would frame his presidency. This included his pro-life position, belief in the stern rule of law and opposition of the so-called 'welfare state'.One of the more popular Presidents in recent history, Mr. Clinton was the 42nd Commander and Chief. Mr. Clinton refined his well-known good-natured charm, as well as his political chops as the governor of Arkansas for over 11 years (1979 - 1980, 1983-1993). His wife Hillary was among key figures in his governorship helping Mr. Clinton enact such measures as education reform in the state.As the 43rd President of the United States, Mr. Bush was at the helm of American leadership that began the War on Terror that ultimately defined his presidency. Prior to this, he served as the governor of Texas from 1995 to 2000. With key figures such as Karl Rove at his side, Mr. Bush enacted such measures as tax cuts and welfare reform, policies that would follow him to the White House. (MORE)

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Who is the Lieutenant Governor of Florida?

The current Lieutenant Governor of Florida is Jennifer Carroll. Carroll assumed office as Lieutenant Governor of Florida on January 4, 2011.

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When is the governor of Florida no longer governor?

The Florida Governor normally has 4 years per term. So whatever year they got elected, they would have four years to complete it. They would need to be re-elected to have anot… (MORE)

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Who was the governor of Florida in 1985?

Bob Graham (born November 9, 1936 in Coral Gables, Florida) succeeded Reuben Askey as the thirty-eighth Governor of Florida, serving between January 2, 1979 and January 3, 198… (MORE)

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Who is running for governor in Florida-?

Rick Scott and Charlie Smith are the two candidates running for Governor in the state of Florida for the 2014 election. Rick Scott is the current Governor of Florida.

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How many governors has the the state of Florida had?

Q:) How many governors has the "US State of Florida" had? A:) 44 = including Florida's just recently re-elected Republican governor Rick Scott (R-FL) ---- his second i… (MORE)

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