WHERE WE STAND The Chamber’s 2020 Jobs and Competitiveness Agenda

SECURING FLORIDA’S FUTURE FloridaChamber.com Uniting Florida Business For Good Table of Contents

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Florida Chamber Members and Friends: FLORIDA CHAMBER 10 FLORIDA CHAMBER 11 2019 DISTINGUISHED 12 LEGISLATIVE AND LEGISLATIVE ADVOCATES ADVOCATE AWARD The Florida Chamber of Commerce is uniting Florida’s business community REGULATORY ADVOCACY TEAM WINNERS for good, fighting for economic opportunities and growing private-sector PILLAR 1: IMPROVING FLORIDA’S TALENT PIPELINE FOR A BETTER WORKFORCE 14 jobs. We’re standing on the front lines to solve issues that impact Florida’s EARLY LEARNING HIGHER EDUCATION competitiveness, as well as the future of Florida’s business climate. • Preparing Students for Success • Improving Attainment and Access to Higher Education K-12 WORKFORCE • Innovation and Outcomes Are Essential • Preparing Florida’s Workforce to Address Florida’s Skills Gap • Quality School Choice Matters Charles S. Caulkins With leadership from Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida’s momentum is 2019-2021 Chair Florida Chamber of Commerce moving in the right direction, but the truth is Florida is at a crossroads. PILLAR 2: CREATING QUALITY JOBS BY DIVERSIFYING FLORIDA’S ECONOMY 16 While some want us to be more like New York, Illinois and California, we’re INNOVATION ECONOMY AVIATION & AEROSPACE • Diversifying Our Economy and Creating Jobs Through Economic • Strengthening Florida’s Leadership in Space Exploration and Aviation securing Florida’s future and working to grow our economy from the 17th Development VETERANS, DEFENSE & MILITARY INDUSTRY • Championing Rural Business Opportunities • Championing Florida’s Veterans, Defense and Military Industry largest in the world to the 10th. FLORIDA'S ECONOMIC PORTFOLIO ENTREPRENEURISM • Marketing Florida's Business-Friendly Climate • Growing Florida’s Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship GLOBAL TRADE During the 2020 Legislative Session, we are reminded that choices matter. • Growing Florida’s Manufacturing Sector • Strengthening Florida’s Role in Global Trade and Investment With 900 people moving to Florida each day, the Florida Chamber’s Business Agenda is a set of priorities that will help grow private sector PILLAR 3: PREPARING FLORIDA’S INFRASTRUCTURE FOR SMART GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT 18 TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS RISK PREPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCY jobs, diversify our economy and create additional economic opportunity. • Championing Innovations and Adequate Funding in All Modes of • Ensuring Floridians are Prepared For a Storm, No Matter What Transportation SMART GROWTH ENERGY • Ensuring Proactive Economic Planning and Development Our more than 100-year track record of fighting for free enterprise is • Securing Affordable, Efficient and Sustainable Energy Solutions • Expanding Access to Attainable Workforce Housing Mark Wilson second to none. If you believe free enterprise and Florida’s future are ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP President and CEO • Championing Long-Term, Sustainable Water and Environmental Florida Chamber of Commerce worth fighting for, join us. Policies

PILLAR 4: BUILDING THE PERFECT CLIMATE FOR BUSINESS 20 We look forward to continuing to work with Governor Ron DeSantis, TAXES PROPERTY RIGHTS • Advancing Globally Competitive Tax Policies • Protecting Private Property Rights Senate President , House Speaker Jose Oliva, the Florida REGULATIONS WORKPLACE & EMPLOYMENT ISSUES Cabinet, the , agency leaders in Tallahassee and • Smarter Regulations to Protect Florida’s Jobs • Reducing Employment Regulations & Mandates COMMERCIAL INSURANCE LEGAL REFORM Washington, D.C., our congressional delegation and YOU to make sure the • Furthering Competitive Unemployment Compensation Taxes • Fixing Florida’s Broken Lawsuit Climate • Fixing Florida’s Workers’ Compensation System • Creating a Fair Liability Environment to Attract and Keep Medical right things happen in Florida.. • Creating Competitive and Stable Insurance Markets Professionals

Sincerely, PILLAR 5: MAKING GOVERNMENT AND CIVICS MORE EFFICIENT AND EFFECTIVE 2 2 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ISSUES FLORIDA’S CONSTITUTION • Reforming Collective Bargaining • Protecting Florida’s Constitution • Improving Government Efficiencies and State Competitiveness FEDERAL ISSUES IMPACTING FLORIDA • Modernizing Florida’s Public-Sector Pension and Benefits System • Supporting Smarter Federal Immigration Policy • Championing Increases in Free and Fair Trade Charles S. Caulkins Mark Wilson 2019-2021 Chair President and CEO Florida Chamber of Commerce Florida Chamber of Commerce PILLAR 6: CHAMPIONING FLORIDA’S QUALITY OF LIFE 2 4 SENSE OF PLACE AND COMMUNITY HEALTH AND WELLNESS • Continuing to Oppose the Expansion of Las Vegas-Style Casino • Expanding Medical Education Opportunities Gambling • Continuing to Champion Innovations in Healthcare • Supporting Initiatives For a Safer Florida ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY & PROSPERITY P.S. Learn how to help us keep Florida’s momentum going. Email Tanya • Supporting Florida's Arts, Culture and Heritage • Breaking the Cycle of Generational Poverty Through Economic Opportunity Bechtold at [email protected] or call 850-521-1218 today. FLORIDA’S CHANGING 26 FLORIDA CHAMBER 28 HELP MAKE FLORIDA 30 POLITICAL LANDSCAPE FOUNDATION MORE COMPETITIVE – JOIN THE FLORIDA CHAMBER

2 3 Free Enterprise Isn’t Free Where We Stand

very day, the Florida Chamber of Commerce unifies Florida’s business leaders. Our system by refusing to act on Florida’s worsening lawsuit abuse problem — a problem which Efocus, through smart policy, helping to elect pro-jobs candidates and conducting costs every Florida family an average of $4,442 in lawsuit abuse taxes every year. forward-looking research, is to make Florida more competitive so Florida’s job Despite the seemingly unlimited resources of anti-business, anti-jobs groups, their creators can create quality jobs, and economic opportunity for every single Floridian. policies of less freedom and less competitiveness have never worked — and they Today, Florida’s future remains our number one priority as we continue to be the state never will. That’s why the Florida Chamber, our members and our partners will keep that others look to for leadership. fighting to make Florida America’s best hope. We won’t give up the fight for what’s Consider the facts: right for Florida — from the Florida Legislature to the , from state to federal agencies, from the court of law to the court of public opinion. When the battle £ In 2018, Florida became a $1 trillion economy and is now ranked the 19th most is about what is best for Florida’s future, the Florida Chamber is on the front lines. Mark Wilson, President of the Florida diverse state economy in America, and if Florida were a country it would be the Governor Ron DeSantis joins the Florida When businesses stay unified, we win. Chamber, and Florida Chamber members 17th largest economy in the world Chamber in calling for a fix to Florida's broken, expensive and unfair lawsuit climate. launch the Florida Chamber’s £ Florida is welcoming nearly 900 people per day and is expected to welcome For those interested in fighting against special interests and who believe in Florida’s Florida Business Agenda. 4.5 million more residents by 2030, future — we invite you to join the fight. The battle for free enterprise continues and we welcome your support. For those of you who have already joined the fight for free £ $1 billion was spent during the 2018 election cycle in Florida, with the Governor's race enterprise, we thank you. ranking as the most expensive race in Florida history, £ Florida continues breaking job records with 1.5 million net new jobs expected to be At the Florida Chamber, we believe in: created by 2030, and £ A Robust Free Enterprise System with limited intrusion by the government in the £ Unemployment rates continue to be lower than the national average, with Florida’s marketplace. unemployment rate at 3.1 percent as of December 2019. £ Predictable and Consistent Statewide Laws and regulations that promote “I look forward to working economic growth and do not impose unreasonable costs on businesses or their But the road to Florida's successes has not been easy and the truth is, things are fragile in with the Florida Chamber The Florida Chamber of customers. “ Florida. Our efforts to make Florida a global leader continue to be challenged by groups to create more high paying Commerce is the non-partisan, who stand in the way of American competitiveness, free enterprise and opportunity. With £ A High-Quality Education and workforce development system that will enable all jobs for Floridians and non-profit in Florida fighting 4.5 million more residents expected by 2030, policies that focus on the long term are essential Floridians to compete in the 21st century global economy. or Florida could follow the path of California, Illinois and New York — and that is unacceptable. £ Simple, Consistent and Globally Competitive Tax Structure make Florida the best to make sure you don’t A . When it comes to protecting Florida’s environment, no one cares more than the Florida £ Fiscal Responsibility, public accountability and transparency in government. state in the country for become one too. Chamber. Unfortunately, some environmental extremists continue to deploy regulation ” £ A Reliable and Sustainable Infrastructure to support the health and long-term business. after regulation to hurt our efforts to plan for smarter growth and protect our environment ” prosperity of all Floridians. MARK WILSON as we solve our water challenges. It’s almost as if they want Florida to fail. FLORIDA GOVERNOR RON DESANTIS President and CEO £ A Constructive and Competitive Labor Environment in Florida that generates jobs. Florida Chamber of Commerce When it comes to building the best education system, the union that claims to represent teachers consistently puts adults ahead of kids, excuses ahead of results, and continues £ Healthy and Civil Debate steeped in fact on all issues of importance to Florida’s to try to take options away from students. Our fight to secure long-term opportunities is future. often made more difficult by those who believe Florida is immune to economic strife. The £ A Strong, Healthy Environment using data driven decisions to grow our economy, union that represents government workers is the same union opposing common sense protect our ecosystems and maintain our natural resources. pension reforms — making Florida less competitive and hurting the very people they £ A Constructive and Competitive Labor Environment in Florida that generates jobs. claim to represent. We must remember the high price Florida’s families pay when we fail to make the right decisions today that will provide a secure future for them tomorrow. £ Prosperity for Every Floridian and in fostering communities and an economy that provide an opportunity for economic mobility and success. Incredibly, some politicians are following the trial lawyer playbook and continue to side with GET INVOLVED: special interests who put themselves ahead of a growing economy for all Floridians. In fact, On behalf of Florida’s leading employers, we would like to thank those legislators, Democrats, Help the Florida Chamber make some politicians have proved their loyalty to billboard trial lawyers who exploit Florida’s legal Florida more competitive by Republicans and Independents, who put Florida’s competitiveness ahead of short term politics. contacting Tanya Bechtold at [email protected] or at 850-521-1218, or visit www.FloridaChamber.com for more information.

4 5 2020 2020 Florida Chamber Board of Directors Florida Chamber Board of Directors

The Florida Chamber Board of Directors is comprised of diverse business leaders representing every region and industry in Florida, from start-ups to small businesses to multi-national corporations.

Florida Chamber board members invest their time, resources and expertise to further the substantial pro-business legislative, research, political and grassroots activities of the Florida Chamber and our members. The Florida Chamber Fred Donovan, Jr. Dan Doyle, Jr. Kevin Doyle Tracy Duda Chapman board is focused on diversifying Florida's economy and securing Florida's future for all Floridians. Baskerville-Donovan Dex Imaging Consumer Energy Alliance A. Duda & Sons, Inc.

CHAIR CHAIR-ELECT Charles S. Caulkins Charles Bailes III Fisher & ABC Fine Wine Phillips LLP and Spirits Inc.

Coleman Edmunds Jim Gilmore Jorge Gonzalez Bob Grammig AutoNation, Inc. Gilmore Hagan Partners St. Joe Company Holland & Knight LLP

Mike Bjorklund Cressman D. Bronson Michael Brown David Call Eric Green Debbie Harvey Glenda Hood Wayne Huizenga, Jr. Florida Electric Cooperatives PNC Bank Skanska Fifth Third Bank of Florida JaxPort Ron Jon Surf Shop Hood Partners LLC Rybovich Association

Scott Cathcart Michael Cohen Susan M. Connelly John Couris Johnnie James Ed Jimenez Constantine Karides Beth Kigel SunTrust Bank RenaissanceRe Darden Restaurants, Inc. Tampa General Hospital Lykes Bros., Inc. UF Health Shands Hospital Reed Smith, LLP HNTB Corporation Holdings Ltd.

Marshall Criser, III Husein Cumber Kevin Darrenkamp Doug Davidson Sydney W. Kitson Stephen M. Knopik Keith Koenig Rena Langley State University System Florida East Coast Lockheed Martin Bank of America Kitson & Partners Beall’s, Inc. City Furniture Walt Disney Parks of Florida Industries Corporation and Resorts, U.S. 6 7 2020 2020 Florida Chamber Board of Directors Florida Chamber Board of Directors

Ben Lee Steve Levy Charlie Lydecker Allen McGlynn Mike Sheely Eric Silagy Catherine Stempien David Strong Hancock Whitney Munich Reinsurance Foundation Risk State Farm Insurance Allstate Insurance Florida Power & Duke Energy Florida Orlando Health America, Inc. Partners, Corp. Companies Company Light Company

Carlos Migoya Scott Mikuen Michael Minton Karen Moore Mark Styslinger David Sweeney TJ Szelistowski Troy Taylor Jackson Health System Harris Corporation Dean, Mead, Minton Moore, Inc. Altec RS&H TECO Coca-Cola and Zwemer

David Ottati Eric Pike Todd Powell John Provenzano Jim Themides Kathleen Thomas-Beck Jon Urbanek Will Weatherford AdventHealth Pike Electric Weyerhaeuser Publix Super Markets, Inc. Wells Fargo RSM US Florida Blue Weatherford Capital

Kathleen G. Lee Sandler Jackson Sasser Lawrence Schreiber Bob White Mark Wilson Katie Worthington Bill Yeargin Joe York Rooney Papallo Sandler, Travis Santa Fe College SantaFe Health Care The Doctors Florida Chamber Decker Correct Craft AT&T Florida, Rooney Holdings & Rosenberg Company of Commerce Greater Winter Haven Puerto Rico, U.S. Chamber of Commerce

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Legislative and Regulatory florida chamber Advocacy Team Legislative Advocates

The Florida Chamber Advocacy Team closely tracks thousands of votes each legislative session In addition to our year-round internal Advocacy Team, the Florida Chamber partners with some of the and testifies continuously throughout the year, making sure the voices of job creators are heard. most trusted, successful and well-connected lobbying professionals in Florida on competitiveness issues ranging from taxation, regulations, workers’ comp and legal reform to education reform, innovation, water science, transportation, healthcare and more. These experts work together with Florida Chamber staff and volunteers.

Mark David Frank Edie Wilson Hart Walker Ousley President Executive Vice Vice President of Vice President and CEO President of Governmental of Public Josh Travis Melanie French David Governmental Affairs Affairs Affairs Aubuchon Blanton Bostick Brown IV Childs & Political Operations

Matt David Mark Jennifer Jeff Bryan Daniel Delegal Green Hartley Marian Andrew Carolyn Christopher Johnson Wiggins Johnson Emmanuel Executive Director of Senior Director Director of Director of the Florida Chamber of Campaign Business, Economic Infrastructure Political Council & Elections Development & and Governance (FCPI) Innovation Policy Policy

Thomas Gary Lisa Jon Ryan Griffin Hunter Hurley Johnson Matthews

Matthew Anna Grace Choy Lewis Director Governmental of Talent, Affairs Education and Coordinator Quality of Life Darrick Tim Teye McGhee Parson Reeves Policy

10 11 2019 Distinguished Advocate Awards

THE FLORIDA CHAMBER’S NINE 2019 THE FLORIDA CHAMBER’S NINE 2019 DISTINGUISHED ADVOCATES DISTINGUISHED ADVOCATES IN THE SENATE WERE: IN THE HOUSE WERE:

SENATOR JEFFREY BRANDES SENATOR REPRESENTATIVE REPRESENTATIVE REPRESENTATIVE (R-Saint Petersburg) (R-Palm Coast) JAMES “JAMIE” GRANT PAUL RENNER Senator drove Senator Travis Hutson sought (R-Hialeah) (R-Tampa) (R-Palm Coast) autonomous vehicle legislation to hold out-ofcontrol local Representative Bryan Representative Jamie Representative Paul Renner that will help prepare Florida for municipalities accountable Avila worked to lower Grant quarterbacked the was the architect of the the next generation of mobility, for furthering a patchwork costs by cutting taxes for fight to protect Florida’s legislature’s successful while also championing efforts regulatory climate statewide Florida families and small constitution from out of effort to protect Florida’s to allow students to progress through school and passed workforce education legislation businesses, including a reduction in the state special interests and return the constitution from out-of-state special at their own pace based upon their mastery of to help bridge the talent gap facing Florida business rent tax. citizens’ initiative process to the citizens it nterests and billionaires as well as the House’s concepts and skills. job creators and seekers. was intended to serve. bold legal reform agenda. Also shepherded REPRESENTATIVE successful passage of an innovative shared health care savings program. SENATOR SENATOR DAVID SIMMONS RANDY FINE REPRESENTATIVE (R-Pensacola) (R-Longwood) (R-Saint Petersburg) THOMAS LEEK Senator Doug Broxson Senator David Simmons Representative Randy (R-Daytona Beach) REPRESENTATIVE successfully passed assignment quarterbacked the fight to Fine championed forward- Representative Tom Leek JENNIFER SULLIVAN of benefits legislation, carrying a protect Florida’s constitution thinking policies that will led the fight for tort reform, (R-Eustis) six-year Florida Chamber-led effort from out-of-state special make Florida’s electrical sponsoring accuracy in Representative Jennifer to protect homeowners from interests and return the grid more resilient in the face of future damages legislation and Sullivan passed historic school The Florida Chamber’s unscrupulous vendors across the finish line. citizens’ initiative process to the citizens it hurricanes and storms. successfully passing an exemption for the choice reform to ensure more was intended to serve. dangerous instrumentality doctrine. Florida students’ educational Distinguished Advocate opportunities are not defined by their REPRESENTATIVE SENATOR MANNY DIAZ, JR. income or zip code. Award recognizes (R-Hialeah Gardens) SENATOR WILTON SIMPSON JASON FISCHER REPRESENTATIVE (R-Jacksonville) Senator Manny Diaz, Jr. fought the (R-Trilby) JOSE OLIVA Representative Jason Fischer REPRESENTATIVE legislators who teacher unions tooth and nail to Senator Wilton Simpson (R-Hialeah) championed innovative House Speaker Jose Oliva CLAY YARBOROUGH pass historic school choice reform, consistently fought for (R-Jacksonville) have championed technology policy by oversaw the Florida ensuring more Florida students’ business issues across all six Representative Clay successfully passing House of Representatives’ educational opportunities are not pillars, making Florida more Yarborough championed key Florida Business bills to advance the deployment and passage of nearly two defined by their income or zip code. competitive. telehealth legislation backed integration of autonomous vehicles and 5G dozen Florida Chamber-backed bills and Agenda legislation. by the Florida Chamber’s communication services. budget priorities. SENATOR BILL GALVANO SENATOR Healthcare Partnership aimed at increasing The award is designed (R-Bradenton) (R-Lakeland) healthcare access and lowering costs. Senator Kelli Stargel led to acknowledge Senate President Bill Galvano partnered with the Florida the fight for tort reform, legislators who ensured Chamber Infrastructure Coalition sponsoring accuracy in to pass long-term infrastructure damages legislation and The Florida Chamber’s consideration of the investments that will lead to successfully passing increased investment and access to rural an exemption for the dangerous 2019 Most Valuable Legislator business community’s communities. instrumentality doctrine; also fought alongside the Florida Chamber to lower the epresentative Bob Rommel was chosen for legislative priorities and Florida-only business rent tax. SENATOR Rhis efforts last session in tackling Florida's who fought tirelessly (R-Sarasota) Senator Joe Gruters carried half a bottom-five legal climate by fighting billboard trial for the passage of dozen Florida Chamber-backed Find out why these legislators bills and policies on everything earned a Florida Chamber lawyer's intent on maintaining the status quo and pro-jobs legislation. Distinguished Advocate Award from targeted tax cuts and pushing against the agendas of government unions employer mandates preemptions, by visiting to long-term infrastructure investments www.FloridaChamber.com/ and local governments running rampant. and smart growth management, and the AdvocateAward reauthorization of VISIT FLORIDA.

12 13 Improving Florida’s Talent Pipeline For A Better Workforce

Quality School Choice Matters Talent is Florida’s Best Why It Matters To Florida At the Florida Chamber, we recognize that education is not a one-size-fits-all option. Economic Development Tool We continue to advocate for parents to have the freedom to choose the best learning lorida wins when we put students ahead of special interests. From local environment for their children — giving students more opportunities for success Fbusinesses to major employers, a qualified workforce remains a top regardless of how they learn or what zip code they live in. For a more in-depth look at concern for job creators in Florida. The Florida Chamber continues to work this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Education. gaps are closing closely with education, local business, and workforce leaders to champion the best possible education and close Florida’s talent gap. High School HIGHER EDUCATION graduation rates are Improving Attainment and Access to Higher Education at a 12-year high Richard Corcoran, then Speaker of the The Florida Chamber’s Focus Includes: Advocating for increased attainment and making college more affordable is a top Florida House, addresses business leaders priority for the Florida Chamber. In addition to adequately preparing Florida’s students By 2030, at the Florida Chamber's Legislative Fly-In. EARLY LEARNING to enter the workforce, we must also focus on attracting and retaining world class talent. 1.5 million more jobs Richard Corcoran currently serves as Florida's Preparing Students for Success www.FloridaChamber.com/Education For a more in-depth look at this issue visit . will be needed. Commissioner of Education. The Florida Chamber will continue to advocate for affordable and accessible quality Pre-K for Florida’s youngest learners, with the goal that 100 percent of e know that a quality education is the pathway to success in the children are ready for kindergarten. We will continue to work to ensure they By 2030, “ future, which is why we will continue to work with the Florida develop self-discipline, persistence, and cooperation skills that are essential W 60 percent Chamber to ensure Florida remains a leader in higher education. to a child’s future success. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit of workers will need UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI ” “I look forward to getting to www.FloridaChamber.com/Education. to attain valuable work with the Florida Chamber in workforce degrees Engage with businesses, families and community leaders our shared mission of increasing and certifications. to secure Florida's future through quality early education WORKFORCE Florida's talent pool. by joining the Business Alliance for Early Learning. FLORIDA'S SKILLS GAP ” Preparing Florida’s Workforce to Address Florida’s Skills Gap CONTINUES TO GROW RICHARD CORCORAN Learn more at www.FloridaChamber.com/EarlyLearning. Florida Commissioner of Education To ensure more than 80 percent of Florida’s workforce has the right skills There are more than training, the Florida Chamber will continue to fight to enhance training in both higher 284,800 Florida jobs looking for Floridians and educational institutions and in 21st century vocational trades. This means continuing 323,000 Floridians hanks to the synergized efforts of the business communities “ to champion greater access to, and funding for, quality workforce education programs looking for jobs. Tacross our state and the Florida Chamber, Florida’s students that link education to job creation. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit www. are on the right path to future economic prosperity and success. FloridaChamber.com/Education. WE THANK OUR PARTNERS: MARK TROWBRIDGE | Coral Gables Chamber of Commerce ” £Able Trust Florida wins when we £Association of Early Learning T H focus on a cradle to career Coalitions 2020 Learners to Earners Workforce Summit E £CareerSource Florida K-12 continuum that provides £Children’s Movement of Florida G education opportunities Innovation and Outcomes Are Essential A and training pathways for £Florida College System P £Florida Council of 100 The Florida Chamber understands the importance of STEMM (Science, Technology, DATE: LOCATION: all our state’s learners. £Florida Council on Economic Education Education, Mathematics, Medicine) education in schools. We will continue to support June 6, 2020 Orlando, Florida £ Florida Department of Education legislation focused on introducing STEMM concepts like computer science and £ Florida Research Consortium GET INVOLVED: £Florida State University System coding instruction throughout Florida’s education system in order to ensure that REGISTER TODAY £Florida TaxWatch Florida’s students become and remain globally competitive. For a more in-depth look at www.FloridaChamber.com/WorkforceSummit Businesses can make the difference — £Foundation for Florida’s Future at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Education. see how you can help create America's £Independent Colleges and Universities best workforce by emailing MChoy@ of Florida FlChamber.com to get involved. £James Madison Institute £Project Lead the Way £Step Up For Students £TechNet Source: TheFloridaScorecard.org; Florida Department of Education £U.S. Chamber of Commerce 14 15 Creating Quality Jobs By Diversifying Florida’s Economy

GLOBAL TRADE Florida Welcomed Over Florida is a Growing Florida’s Manufacturing Sector 14 Million International Small Business State Why It Matters To Florida Visitors Last Year Florida’s manufacturing industry has remained lorida has created nearly 1.5 million private-sector jobs since December 2010. strong throughout the past year and by the year 2030, INTERNATIONAL Florida Chamber’s FGrowing and diversifying Florida’s economy is essential to creating jobs and we look forward to Florida being among the top five VISITORS Small Business Index Survey opportunities for all Floridians. At the Florida Chamber, we continue to believe states in the nation for manufacturing jobs. In order shows top concerns include: that by building on Florida’s foundational industries—tourism, agriculture and to do so, we will continue to support efforts to help Workforce Quality construction — and investing in innovative next generation sectors, Florida can Florida’s manufacturing industry create high-skill, 14.385 Economic Uncertainty continue to attract a world class workforce and lead the way in job creation. Growth Management Glenda Hood, Past Chair of the Florida high-wage jobs that make Florida more globally Million (Improving) Process Chamber and current Chair of the Florida competitive. For a more in-depth look at this issue, Healthcare Costs Source: www.TheFloridaScorecard.org. Chamber Small Business Council, addresses visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Manufacturing. Government Regulations business leaders at the Florida Chamber’s The Florida Chamber’s Focus Includes: Strengthening Florida’s Role in Global Trade and Investment Legislative Fly-in. INNOVATION ECONOMY Florida Ranks #19 UNEMPLOYMENT IS DECLINING Florida is uniquely positioned for international trade. The Florida Chamber is Diversifying Our Economy and Creating Jobs of U.S. states in Industry Diversification committed to strengthening Florida’s position as a global trade leader and will 217,400 Through Economic Development YEAR OVER YEAR JAXPORT is proud to work with continue to work to ensure Florida’s exports in goods double and exports “ The Florida Chamber understands the impact the Florida Chamber of Commerce INDUSTRY in services triple by 2030. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit legislative decisions can have on the future of Florida’s DIVERSIFICATION 3.1% www.FloridaChamber.com/International. UNEMPLOYMENT RATE to support job creation and a more economy. We will continue to fight for investments in globally competitive Florida. economic development and support smart initiatives AVIATION & AEROSPACE ” that diversify the economy through innovations in ERIC GREEN, CEO 19th Strengthening Florida’s Leadership in Space Exploration and Aviation JAXPORT technology, research and development and public- (Declining) With new programs and innovations bringing life back to Florida’s Space Coast, the private partnerships. For a more in-depth look at this 127 Florida Chamber remains committed to strengthening Florida’s leadership in space MILLION = issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/EcoDevo. Source: www.TheFloridaScorecard.org. exploration by supporting growing public and commercial space initiatives, and The number of visitors Florida The Florida Chamber advocates Championing Rural Business Opportunities investing and growing a skilled aerospace workforce. For a more in-depth look at this welcomed last year “ issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Aviation. daily to ensure that Florida is The Florida Chamber will continue to support legislation to increase investments for $ leading the way in innovation “Rural Areas of Opportunity” and measures to increase transparency within rural VETERANS, DEFENSE & MILITARY INDUSTRY 88.6 BILLION = economic development funding. With 26 million people expected to call Florida home The money and positioning itself as the Championing Florida’s Veterans, Defense and Military Industry by 2030, the Florida Chamber will continue to support policies promoting job creation visitors spent With more than 20 military bases, three combatant command centers and one while in Florida predominant destination for new in rural communities that help rural counties’ share of Florida gross domestic product million veterans in Florida, the Florida Chamber continues to support legislation and expanding companies. double in the next twelve years. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit ” that focuses on Florida's defense industry and veterans. For a more in‑depth look at www.FloridaChamber.com/RuralInfrastructure. T In order to continue growing CORY SKEATES this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Military. H Lakeland Chamber of Commerce E the best business climate in FLORIDA'S ECONOMIC PORTFOLIO ENTREPRENEURISM the nation, we must continue G to provide opportunities Marketing Florida's Business-Friendly Climate Growing Florida’s Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship A P for small businesses and WE THANK OUR PARTNERS: Thanks to the efforts of some in the Florida Legislature, Florida continues to become Florida’s small business community is increasingly concerned about workforce entrepreneurs to succeed. £Enterprise Florida, Inc. more competitive. However, decision makers in other states won't know about Florida's quality and government intervention creating challenges as Florida’s economy grows. £Film Florida progress in education, regulatory reform or tax reforms if we don't aggressively tell £Florida Department of Economic As the Florida Chamber works to secure Florida’s future, we regularly hear from Opportunity Florida's story. The Florida Chamber believes the Legislature should invest resources thousands of small and local businesses to support reforms that allow them to grow GET INVOLVED: £Florida Department of Transportation annually to continue marketing Florida as the best place to live, work, play and learn. For and compete. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/ Two out of three Florida jobs £Florida Economic Development Council are created by small businesses. a more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/MarketingFlorida. SmallBusiness. £FloridaMakes Help keep Florida’s small business £ Florida Ports Council community thriving by joining the £Florida Small Business Development Centers Florida Chamber’s Small Business £Florida Trade and Logistics Institute Council. Contact Carolyn Johnson at £Manufacturers Association of Florida [email protected] today. £Space Florida £VISIT FLORIDA Sources: Florida Chamber Foundation; Tax Foundation; 16 VISIT FLORIDA 17 Preparing Florida’s Infrastructure For Smart Growth and Development

ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Florida’s Future Requires Why It Matters To Florida Championing Long-Term, Sustainable Water and Environmental Policies Long-Term Water Solutions An increased population means an increased need for vital resources such as water. By ccording to research from the Florida Chamber Foundation, each day nearly 2030, the Florida Chamber Foundation estimates Florida’s water demand will grow by 20 A 900 new residents call Florida home, and by 2030, Florida’s population percent. From a single glass of water to fueling Florida’s manufacturing and agriculture By 2030, will reach 26 million. The Florida Chamber is focused on creating long-term industry, water discussions must take into account the needs of the future so sound policies it’s estimated 2030 NEEDS can be enacted today. The Florida Chamber will continue to fight to ensure Florida’s water water investments in Florida’s energy, water, transportation, telecommunications, demand agriculture, and other infrastructure. Recognizing the need for new and disruptive future is sustainable and provides the quality of life Floridians and visitors deserve. For a will increase technologies, the Florida Chamber supports making Florida the global epicenter more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/WaterSolutions. by 20%. of all things autonomous, and will continue to support targeted funding for smart DID YOU KNOW? DOMESTIC infrastructure projects — positioning Florida for even smarter growth. We are doubling down on our infrastructure and AND SMALL PUBLIC SUPPLY Ananth Prasad, President of the Florida growth leadership efforts. Will you join us? POWER GENERATION 4% Transportation Builders’ Association, and Join the Infrastructure Coalition today by visiting 3% Chair of the Florida Chamber Infrastructure www.FloridaChamber.com/InfrastructureCoalition. COMMERCIAL Coalition, discusses innovations in Florida’s The Florida Chamber’s Focus Includes: RECREATIONAL INDUSTRIAL IRRIGATION INSTITUTIONAL transportation and infrastructure systems TRANSPORTATION & LOGISTICS RISK PREPAREDNESS AND RESILIENCY 8% 7% during the Florida Chamber Legislative Fly-In. Ensuring Florida’s Residents Are Prepared for a Storm, No Matter What Championing Innovations and Adequate DID YOU KNOW? Funding in All Modes of Transportation Florida is on the cutting edge The Florida Chamber will continue to support families and businesses by eliminating 35% AGRICULTURE As 2030 approaches, Florida’s infrastructure of an autonomous revolution. policies that create instability within Florida’s Hurricane Catastrophe Fund, and by We’re excited to work with the must be able to accommodate more than Join our efforts to make Florida working to ensure readiness and quick recovery for families and small businesses. For a “ 3 million new drivers. The Florida Chamber will the number one destination for more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Hurricane. Florida Chamber to identify the PUBLIC WATER continue to protect transportation networks autonomy by visiting SUPPLY 43% SMART GROWTH innovations and infrastructure from costly and duplicative regulations — www.Autonomous-Florida.com. needed to support growing all the while ensuring Floridians, in every Ensuring Proactive Economic Planning and Development mode of transportation, are safe. We will The Florida Chamber will continue to work toward improving and streamlining state, regional communities and businesses. Science-based ” continue to champion technologies like ride- and local processes for planning and development by embracing proactive growth leadership KEITH HANSEN water policies Allegiant Airlines, Vice President of sharing options, electric cars, autonomous initiatives and reducing the number of bureaucratic barriers holding businesses back. can help meet demands Government Affairs vehicles, high-speed rail and other modes Expanding Access to Attainable Workforce Housing and solve current and future of accessible and reliable transportation for As Florida’s population increases, and unemployment rate decreases, we must continue water quality issues. Florida to become one of the world’s top tier to look into diverse and affordable workforce housing options to meet the future demands transportation hubs. For a more in-depth look of Florida’s workers, and families. at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/TransportationInvestments. TT With an estimated 9 billion WE THANK OUR PARTNERS: HH gallons of water consumed £Associated Builders & Contractors of EE Florida ENERGY 2020 Florida Transportation, Growth each day by 2030, Florida £Consumer Energy Alliance GG needs science-based solutions Securing Affordable, Efficient and Sustainable Energy Solutions & Infrastructure Summit AA £Nature Conservancy PP to meet future needs. £Florida Airports Council Long-term sustainable energy solutions are vital to supporting Florida’s economic £Florida Department of Transportation DATE: £Florida Electric Cooperatives Association growth. To prepare for the future, the Florida Chamber will support diverse and December 2020 £Florida Farm Bureau reliable energy resources, so every Floridian has access to cost-efficient GET INVOLVED: £Florida Home Builders Association and modern energy sources. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit PRE-REGISTER TODAY £Florida Electric Cooperatives Association Help secure Florida’s water www.FloridaChamber.com/EnergySolutions. at www.FloridaChamber.com/InfrastructureSummit £Florida Land Council future by contacting £Florida Natural Gas Association £Florida Ports Council Christopher Emmanuel at £Florida Transportation Builders [email protected]. Association £Florida Trucking Association £Floridians for Better Transportation Sources: Florida Department of Environmental £NAIOP of Florida Protection; Florida Chamber Foundation £Space Florida 18 19 Building the Perfect Climate For Business

Creating Competitive and Stable Insurance Markets The Cost of Living in

Why It Matters To Florida The Florida Chamber supports efforts to create a competitive and stable private Florida's Legal Climate insurance market, including reducing unnecessary litigation, like auto glass assignments s one of the nation’s top business climates, Florida needs to remain of benefits and ensuring homeowners and auto owners are provided with competitive A focused on being globally competitive. While Florida boasts a growing economy insurance products. THE COSTS: and job creation numbers that outpace the national average, Florida also has a bottom-five legal climate. To ensure Florida is on the right path toward becoming the PROPERTY RIGHTS BOTTOM-5 LEGAL CLIMATE COSTS: number one business climate by 2030, we will continue to work to create world-class Protecting Private Property Rights $4,442 $4,442 a year opportunities for companies, entrepreneurs, employees and students. The Florida Chamber believes Florida’s businesses should have the right to decide per family Florida’s Chief Financial Officer, address Florida Chamber members at what happens on their private property. We will continue to oppose initiatives that the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Economic create a threat to business owners’ private property rights. For a more in-depth look at The Florida Chamber’s Focus Includes: Outlook and Jobs Summit. our efforts, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/PrivateProperty. 3RD MOST TAXES EXPENSIVE Advancing Globally Competitive Tax Policies WORKPLACE & EMPLOYMENT ISSUES # AUTO INSURANCE 3 RATES “We are committed to working A competitive and equitable tax system encourages job growth and strengthens Florida’s Reducing Employment Regulations and Mandates with organizations like the economy. While Florida has no personal income tax and has successfully cut taxes and fees The Florida Chamber continues to oppose new mandates on job creators that can negatively by $10 billion reduction of the impact employment decisions and are detrimental to the employer-employee relationship. Florida Chamber to create a stable since 2010, the Florida Chamber continues to fight for the 21ST HIGHEST Florida-only Business Rent Tax and Florida’s corporate income tax and support other tax For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Regulatory. WORKERS' COMP insurance market that put Florida’s RATES policies, like internet sales tax, that allow Florida businesses to expand and remain competitive. # LEGAL REFORM 21 after 60 decreases families and businesses first. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/TaxReform. in last 15 years ” Fixing Florida’s Broken Lawsuit Climate PAUL C. BLUME JR. APCI REGULATIONS Lawsuit abuse in Florida is an increasingly serious and expensive problem, and it keeps getting Smarter Regulations to Protect Florida’s Jobs worse. Florida’s families and businesses are burdened with a $4,442 “tax” due to higher According to ILR, The Florida Chamber continues to fight to protect businesses and families from costly costs of living. The Florida Chamber, along with partners at the Florida Justice Reform FLORIDA’S Thanks to the hard work of the regulations that hurt Florida’s national and international competitiveness. For a more Institute and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Institute for Legal Reform, will continue to fight LEGAL CLIMATE “ in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Regulatory. against trial lawyers and for common-sense reforms to Florida’s broken legal system. RANKS Florida Chamber, Florida is continuing 5TH WORST Creating a Fair Liability Environment to Attract and Keep Medical Professionals to improve its business climate and COMMERCIAL INSURANCE becoming a stronger economic force Furthering Competitive Unemployment Compensation Taxes In order to attract and keep world-class medical professionals in Florida, the Florida Chamber will continue to advocate for a fair medical liability environment T To change Florida's poor in the global economy. The Florida Chamber believes that no business should be burdened by the excessive ” that reduces costs. For a more in-depth look at these legal reform issues, visit H lawsuit climate reputation, costs of unemployment compensation taxes and will continue to protect employers E SUE DICK www.FloridaChamber.com/LegalReform. we must say "no" to Greater Tallahassee Chamber of Commerce by lowering these taxes when necessary. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit G A special interest agendas of www.FloridaChamber.com/UnemploymentCompensation. P T billboard trial lawyers. Fixing Florida’s Workers’ Compensation System H 2020 Florida Chamber Insurance Summit E WE THANK OUR PARTNERS: The Florida Chamber's Workers' Comp Task Force knows an unstable and NOVEMBER 2020 • MIAMI £ G Associated Industries of Florida A £Florida Association of Insurance unpredictable workers’ comp system leaves injured workers and job creators GET INVOLVED: Be the first to know when registration opens P Agents footing the bill. The Florida Chamber has actively worked to reduce workers’ comp Florida’s bottom-five legal £Florida Insurance Council for the Florida Chamber’s Insurance Summit — rates by more than 60 percent in the past fifteen years and we will continue to fight climate hurts our ability to £Florida Justice Reform Institute one of the largest insurance conferences in Florida. ® for policies and workers’ comp reforms that will reduce rates, protect injured workers remain competitive in the global £Florida Realtors www.FloridaChamber.com/InsuranceSummit £Florida Restaurant and Lodging and bring stability to the system. For a more in-depth look at our efforts, visit marketplace. Join the Florida Association www.FloridaChamber.com/WorkersComp Chamber’s efforts to reform Florida’s £Florida Retail Federation . £NAIOP broken legal system by contacting £National Federation of Independent [email protected]. Businesses £Personal Insurance Federation of Florida Sources: Florida Office of Insurance Regulation; £R Street Institute The United States Chamber Institute for Legal Reform; www.FightFraud.Today £U.S. Chamber Institute for Legal Reform 20 21 Making Government and Civics More Efficient and Effective

FLORIDA’S CONSTITUTION A Fair Regulatory Climate Protecting Florida's Constitution Means More Jobs and Why It Matters To Florida Last year, the Florida Chamber supported, and the Florida Legislature passed, some of the Economic Opportunity s Florida prepares for 26 million residents by 2030, it is crucial that our most consequential constitutional reforms in decades. For far too long, special interest A government systems remain transparent, efficient, aligned and functional groups were able to buy their way into Florida’s Constitution, through the use of deceptive for taxpayers. The Florida Chamber continues to fight against burdensome ballot summaries and unregulated, paid signature gatherers. This summer, Governor Ron regulations and out of-state special interests working to buy their way into DeSantis signed important reforms into law, which will bring more transparency into the Florida’s Constitution. The Florida Chamber will continue to fight for an efficient signature gathering process, give voters more information at the ballot, and protect our MUNICIPAL / LOCAL state’s foundational document from constitutional clutter. There is still much to be done government that provides the highest return to taxpayers with the lowest burden Of Florida's on job creators and residents. to clean up this process, and the Florida Chamber looks forward to championing similar 490 local pension smart measures in future legislative sessions. systems, more than Attorney General outlines 84% are NOT her first term goals for Florida during the fully funded. FEDERAL ISSUES IMPACTING FLORIDA Florida Chamber’s Legislative Fly-In. The Florida Chamber’s Focus Includes: Supporting Smarter Federal LOCAL GOVERNMENT ISSUES Immigration Policy TOTAL UNFUNDED 2020 Future LOCAL LIABILITY = Reforming Collective Bargaining The Florida Chamber supports a consistent of Florida Forum More than The Florida Chamber will continue to push for appropriate reforms to labor issues. federal policy for immigration that protects and $11.2 Billion Over the last few years, we have had successes in bringing more transparency and complements Florida’s workforce and growing economy. Immigration reform allows Florida’s accountability to the collective bargaining process through reforms to contract DATE: negotiations. The Florida Chamber will continue to support measures that will bring international ties in trade to remain strong and September 30– STATEWIDE In order for Florida to remain one of public sector unions more in line with the private sector, including reforming the current provides a valuable population of skilled workers. October 1, 2020 Last year, instead of funding “ The Florida Chamber encourages Congress and the teachers and Florida's the top business tax climates in the standards of using work time for union activities. administration to work together to find a legislative Department of Economic nation, we must continue to support Opportunity, taxpayers solution to our nation’s broken immigration LOCATION: Improving Government Efficiencies and State Competitiveness Orlando, Florida paid over $1 BILLION and create opportunities for public- policies. The Florida Chamber will oppose to pay down the pension With 67 counties and 412 cities, the Florida Chamber continues to support improving private partnerships to grow. state-specific legislation that improperly system's unfunded liabilityty.. federal, state and local government efficiencies, and eliminating overreaching and ” intrudes on the federal role in immigration MICHAEL MINTON unnecessary regulations. Dean Mead or unfairly puts Florida job creators at a REGISTER TODAY disadvantage versus other southern states. at www.FloridaChamber. Modernizing Florida’s Public-Sector Pension and Benefits System For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit com/FutureofFloridaForum T Florida will have to add The Florida Chamber will continue to champion common sense reforms that www.FloridaChamber.com/Federal H billions to our state pension . E modernize Florida’s government worker pension programs and stop billions of dollars system just to cover current G obligations instead of in taxpayer bailouts for pensions. For a more in-depth look at this issue, visit www. Championing Increases in Free and Fair Trade A attracting industries, building FloridaChamber.com/Pension. P Recent actions on trade and tariffs have put Florida’s economy at risk and have the roads, reducing taxes and investing in education. potential to negatively impact consumers, families and job creators. The Florida Chamber continues to encourage Congress to create policies that support free trade he efforts of the Florida Chamber have helped make Florida’s and help expand international trade and investment opportunities for Florida job WE THANK OUR PARTNERS: GET INVOLVED: “ creators and the communities they support. This support of international trade £Central Florida Partnership Tgovernment work better for Florida job creators and families. Florida’s growing unfunded pension ” and investment includes the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Trade and Logistics £Florida Association of Counties, Inc. TROY MCLELLAN | Greater Boca Raton Chamber of Commerce system that makes government £Florida Bankers Association study which continues to serve as a roadmap for economic growth. For a more less efficient and more of a burden to £Florida Council of 100 in‑depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Federal. £Florida League of Cities taxpayers. Join the Florida £James Madison Institute Chamber’s efforts to stabilize Florida’s £Leadership Florida pension system by contacting £National Federation of [email protected]. Independent Businesses £Tampa Bay Partnership Sources: Illinois Policy Institute; Collins Institute; £U.S. Chamber of Commerce Watchdog.org; Bureau of Economic and Business £Volunteer Florida Research; Pension360; TheFloridaScorecard 22 23 With the Florida Chamber’s support, Florida continues to be a premiere place to visit, live, work, play and raise a family

Championing Florida’s Quality of Life

HEALTH & WELLNESS HEALTHCARE IS NOT A SIMPLE Ending the Cycle of Why It Matters To Florida Expanding Medical Education Opportunities ‘YES’ OR ‘NO’ QUESTION, Generational Poverty and The Florida Chamber will continue to fight nor does it have a one-size- Expanding Opportunity rotecting Florida’s unique quality of life is essential to maintaining Florida’s for policies that will provide targeted training fits-all solution. Join the for All Floridians Pfamily-friendly brand. With an increasing population, and visitors from and expanded access to key health education Florida Chamber's Healthcare all over the world, it is important that we focus on creating a healthy and programs. Meeting the increasing need for more Partnership today to help Included among the sustainable place for Florida’s residents and visitors to work, live, play and physicians and healthcare professionals, and us make Florida's healthcare top 10 root causes learn. This means focusing on stopping the expansion of Las Vegas-style casino retaining the healthcare professionals we have system even better. of poverty are:

gambling, breaking the cycle of generational poverty, and embracing cost- educated here in Florida, are vital for Florida’s www.FloridaChamber.com/ SAFETY saving, value driven adaptations to Florida’s healthcare system. success. For a more in-depth look at this issue, HealthcarePartnership visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Healthcare. HEALTHCARE

Continuing to Champion Innovations in Healthcare CHILDCARE & Forough Hosseini, ICI Homes, sits with FAMILY CARE Will Weatherford, Weatherford Capital, to A value-based healthcare system focused on outcomes is a vital component to The Florida Chamber’s Focus Includes: FLORIDA NEEDS A SMARTER discuss best practices in overcoming poverty the overall economic health of Florida. As the national political focus turns back HEALTHCARETODAY ANSWER: at the Florida Chamber Foundation’s Florida SENSE OF PLACE AND COMMUNITY to healthcare, the Florida Chamber's Healthcare Partnership believes Florida of kids under the Business Leader’s Summit on Prosperity and Continuing to Oppose the Expansion of Las Vegas-Style Casino Gambling has another opportunity to show America how to get things right. The Florida Economic Opportunity. age of 18 live in The Florida Chamber continues to fight to protect Florida’s family-friendly brand. Chamber continues to advocate for innovative policies, such as expanded telehealth 21.3 poverty in Florida This past election cycle, voters agreed gambling decisions shouldn’t be left to opportunities, in an effort to encourage greater access and quality of care, lower lobbyists or the politicians they are paid to influence. However, this Legislative healthcare costs, and unleash free-market innovation. In most Florida counties, the least expensive child Session, conversations surrounding the future of sports betting will come into focus. care is a budget expense The Florida Chamber will continue to support the important renewal of a Seminole ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY & PROSPERITY more costly than the Gaming Compact and oppose the expansion of Las Vegas-style casino gambling. For a Breaking the Cycle of Generational Poverty Through Economic Opportunity least expensive rent We are proud to partner with more in-depth look at this issue, visit www.FloridaChamber.com/Gambling. “ The Florida Chamber will continue to fight to be among the top five states in the nation for BY 2030 WE WANT: the Florida Chamber to increase overall well-being and work toward an environment that fosters economic opportunity graduate medical education Supporting Initiatives for a Safer Florida and self-sufficiency for all Floridians caught in the cycle of generational poverty. LESS 100 in Florida as we both strive to In order to create and sustain quality places for people to live, work, raise a family, THAN10 increase access to the types of learn, play and grow a business, Florida must continue to foster a sense of safety and DID YOU KNOW? of Florida’s of Florida’s security in its growing communities. By supporting actions proven to keep Florida More than 3 MILLION Floridians children children in a health care providers our growing in pathway out safe, while also actively encouraging cross-sector collaboration to improve Florida’s live in poverty. Of those, communities need. poverty of poverty ” resiliency, we can move toward a more prosperous Florida for all. more than 260,000 are under age 5. LINDY KENNEDY Visit www.FloridaChamber.com/ProsperityInitiative Safety Net Hospital Alliance of Florida Supporting Florida's Arts, Culture and Heritage for more information. T In order to create and sustain Arts and culture are vital to the future of Florida. At the Florida Chamber we count H quality places for people to live these as investments in community development, as investments in a quality E work, raise a family, learn, play workforce and an innovative economy. By investing in Florida’s arts, culture and hen we are able to partner with organizations such as the Florida G and grow a business we must “ A work to put an end to the cycle heritage we not only provide enriching experiences but we can also attract visitors who WChamber, we are working together to ensure Florida has vibrant P of generational poverty. want to stay and become lifelong Floridians. and sustainable communities that make it the best place to start a WE THANK OUR PARTNERS: business and raise a family. £BioFlorida, Inc. SHANE MOODY | Destin Chamber” of Commerce GET INVOLVED: £CareerSource Florida Join the Florida Chamber’s efforts £Florida Health Care Association £No Casinos to stop the cycle of generational £PHRMA poverty by contacting £SafetyNet Hospital Alliance of Florida [email protected]. £Seminole Tribe of Florida £VeteransFlorida Source: TheFloridaScorecard.org £VISIT FLORIDA 24 25 Florida’s Changing Political Landscape Florida’s Voters Are Changing

s we prepare for the 2020 election, the Florida Chamber of Commerce is examining The Florida Chamber will continue to watch for personal injury trial lawyers, A the changing political landscape and working to build on the positive results from the 2018 midterm elections— understanding the headwinds from the Presidential government unions, those against smart growth and out-of state billionaires election will have an impact on Florida. The stakes are higher than ever, with members with special interest agendas attempting to bankroll their candidates into office. of the Florida House of Representatives and redrawing state legislative Here’s what’s impacting Florida’s political landscape. districts after the 2020 census. The new districts which will be drawn after 2020 will shape the landscape of politics for the next 10 years, consequently, the stakes have never been higher. NOVEMBER 2016 VERSUS NOVEMBER 2018 Here’s what Florida’s 2018 midterm election data told us: 12,959,185 13,396,112 Turnout rose significantly across all voter segments compared TOTAL REGISTERED Senator Wilton Simpson addresses Florida to the prior midterm. Chamber members, local Chamber leaders, VOTERS and elected officials at the Florida Chamber’s So much so, that voters posted a near record midterm turnout with 62 percent of voters REGISTERED REGISTERED OTHER/ IN REGISTERED REGISTERED OTHER/ DEMOCRATS REPUBLICANS NPA FLORIDA DEMOCRATS REPUBLICANS NPA annual Legislative Fly-In. casting ballots, coming close to the 66 percent turnout record set in 1994. 38% 35% 27% 37% 35% 28% And while turnout among voters under 30 has been a focus during elections, our analysis 2020 ELECTIONS shows young voters had the lowest turnout compared to turnout in 2016 of any single segment. Voters under 30 accounted for only 10.5 percent of all ballots cast despite TERM LIMITED & OPEN SEATS IN 2020 accounting for 16.7 percent of total registered voters. VOTERS’ 1 2 3 TOP 1 2 3 FLORIDA HOUSE: 25 CONCERNS (18 Termed, 7 Open) The way voters are voting is shifting. JOBS & ECONOMY EDUCATION HEALTHCARE HEALTHCARE JOBS & ENVIRONMENT & All 120 will be on the ballot ECONOMY GLOBAL WARMING Prior midterm elections showed Election Day voting accounting for almost half of the ballots 22% 12% 9% 14% FLORIDA SENATE: 7 OPEN 13% 11% Half the Senate (20) cast, whereas the 2018 midterm saw a more even split in the number of ballots cast through will be on the ballot vote-by-mail, early voting and Election Day voting.

DATES TO REMEMBER However, our analysis shows Republicans were down in early voting and vote-by-mail ballots FEBRUARY 18, 2020 TOTAL and instead rallied to record turnout on Election Day. Republicans posted a five percent 1 1 1 1 1 1 Deadline to register or update party VOTER advantage over Democrats on Election Day which resulted in a nearly 1.7 percent overall registration to be eligible to vote in EARLY VOTES ELECTION DAY VOTE BY MAIL METHODS EARLY VOTES ELECTION DAY VOTE BY MAIL Presidential Preference Primary turnout advantage for the race. 40.5% 30.7% 28.7% 32.8% 35.7% 31.6% MARCH 17, 2020 Presidential Preference Primary More No Party Affiliation (NPA) voters are registering each month. Sources: Florida Division of Election, Florida Chamber of Commerce Political Institute JULY 20, 2020 Voter trends suggests that NPA voters will eclipse both Democratic and Republican voters Deadline to register or update party registration to be eligible to vote in by November, producing a significant shift in Florida’s electoral laws. With more NPA voters, Presidential Primary Election we expect a move to more open primaries and a continuing decline in the power of parties to How can you get involved? TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2020 impact electoral outcomes. Primary Election OCTOBER 5, 2020 We do not believe however, that the growth of NPA voters or a move to open primaries will Political analysis is important to gauging Florida needs leaders who are willing to help where Florida voters stand on the issues grow and move Florida in the right direction. Deadline to register or update party necessarily decrease partisanship or ideological conflict. registration to be eligible to vote in that matter most to them. Learn more Join our fight to secure Florida’s future. Presidential General Election So, the truth is, while it’s too early to make judgements about the political environment in by contacting Andrew Wiggins, Senior Contact Marian Johnson, Executive Director of Director of Campaigns and Elections at the Florida Chamber Political Council (FCPI) at TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2020 2020, the Florida Chamber will continue to put the long-term ahead of the short-term to Presidential General Election the Florida Chamber, at [email protected]. the Florida Chamber, at [email protected]. help lead Florida in the right direction to secure Florida’s future. GET INVOLVED: With your help, we can support the candidates GET INVOLVED: who will make Florida’s future a priority. Join the Florida Chamber Political Institute Join the Florida Chamber’s Political program, and become an active part of Florida’s participate in one of our political advocacy political process. Contact our Political organizations or join our many volunteers Engagement office at 850-521-1240. working to elect pro-jobs candidates. Visit www.FloridaChamber.com for 26 more information. 27 Florida Chamber Foundation Securing Florida’s Future Includes You

The Path Toward 2030 Securing Florida’s Future Includes You

Since 1968, the Florida Chamber Foundation has been focused on creating pro-business, pro-jobs solutions for Florida. Today, the Florida The Florida Chamber Foundation leads Florida in future-focused research and Chamber Foundation’s research identifies the long-term needs for Florida’s future, allowing the Florida Chamber’s advocacy arm to focus continues to be a catalyst for positive change. But we need your help to secure on passing legislation that makes Florida more competitive, and helping the Florida Chamber’s political arm to recruit and elect the pro- Florida’s future. Getting involved is easy: business leaders who will get us there. £ PARTNER ON THE FLORIDA 2030 BLUEPRINT and collaborate on the Florida To remain globally competitive, prosperous, vibrant and resilient, Florida requires a plan that will address the challenges and opportunities Chamber Foundation’s research initiative to engage business and community future growth will bring and that invites long-term conversations and solutions to the table. That’s where the Florida 2030 Blueprint comes in leaders in each of Florida’s 67 counties by helping us implement the Florida 2030 — which offers a strategic blueprint for achieving Florida's potential. The Florida 2030 Blueprint defines targets and strategies to guide private, Blueprint in your community. public and civic partners as they work together to shape Florida's economic future. You can learn more by visiting www.Florida2030.org. £ CONTRIBUTE YOUR ORGANIZATION’S EXPERTISE and statewide reach by To unite Florida’s business community under The Florida 2030 Blueprint, the Florida Chamber Foundation has led research-focused Todd Powell, Vice President of Real Estate becoming a Community Development Partner. This select group of forward- initiatives including: Development, Weyerhaeuser and Chair, Florida thinking companies have a deeply vested interest in Florida’s success and realize £ Florida’s Six Pillars framework — a visioning platform that identifies the key factors that drive Florida’s future economy and helps Chamber Foundation, discusses Florida's future. the importance of applying their collective impact efforts to Florida’s statewide organizations speak with one voice. Communities, regional planning councils and state agencies from around Florida are currently using strategic plan. the Six Pillars framework to guide their planning, research and advocacy efforts. £ TheFloridaScorecard.org — an interactive online tool publicly available to all Floridians that tracks key metrics within each of the £ BECOME A CHAMBER FOUNDATION TRUSTEE and work with the state’s top Six Pillars at the state and county level. Paired with the power of the framework and the targets and strategies in the Florida 2030 businesses and thought leaders from across Florida on the issues that matter Blueprint, these tools serve the larger mission of ensuring a dynamic, long-term strategic plan for Florida. most to our future.

£ ENGAGE YOUR REGION by developing local Florida Blueprint 2030 plans, becoming a Six Pillars Community and leading the way toward vibrant, resilient, “As we prepare for 2030 and identify prosperous and globally competitive communities. the challenges and opportunities

£ JOIN A FLORIDA CHAMBER FOUNDATION CAUCUS GROUP, built around Florida can take advantage of, we caucuses work to develop future-focused solutions to the issues that matter to our must remember that our state only state. From the Business Alliance for Early Learning to the Innovation Caucus and succeeds when leaders in industry, more, share your voice by becoming a part of one of the Chamber Foundation’s business, nonprofit and government caucus initiatives. collaborate, and work together to £ SHARE www.TheFloridaScorecard.org AT YOUR MANAGEMENT MEETINGS. secure Florida’s future. There is no better way for your company or organization to stay up-to-date on ” TODD POWELL your community's demographics, economics, and political shifts than to regularly Weyerhaeuser use TheFloridaScorecard.org.

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imply put, free enterprise isn’t free. To champion a pro‑jobs, pro-Florida Sagenda, we work alongside our seasoned political advocates, experienced political strategists, small business council, international outreach program and top-tier research foundation. Join us at the Florida Chamber and Florida Chamber The Florida Chamber believes securing Florida’s future can only happen with Foundation's Annual Business Leaders’ Events those who believe in free enterprise, those who have the courage to stand up for what’s right in our state, those who say ‘no’ to harmful out-of-state and special interest agendas and those who come together to champion the jobs agenda. FLORIDA BUSINESS LEADERS SUMMIT ON If you believe in free enterprise and want to help us make Florida more PROSPERITY AND ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY Former Florida Chamber Board Chairs competitive, then simply call or email us today. When we win, you win. When you Tracy Duda Chapman, A. Duda and Sons win, Florida wins. May 19, 2020 • Sarasota Inc. and Glenda Hood, TriSect LLC. discuss their leadership roles in helping secure Florida's future. LEARNERS TO EARNERS WORKFORCE SUMMIT How You Can Make Florida More Competitive June 16, 2020 • Orlando I’m proud to be part of an “ Here are four ways you can engage and make a difference: organization that tirelessly fights £ JOIN the Florida Chamber if you believe in our fight for free enterprise and to support job creators, to defeat ENVIRONMENTAL PERMITTING SUMMER SCHOOL think job creators should lead the way. special interests that advocate July 21–24, 2020 • Marco Island £ EMPOWER job-killing policies which would your employees by educating them on issues that affect your business and their jobs by signing your business up for FloridaWins.org, a non- impair innovation and economic partisan program that helps educate your employees about Florida’s successes INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUMMIT opportunities for our citizens and actively engages them in Florida’s legislative process. and to secure a better future for August 2020 £ ENCOURAGE voters to choose pro-jobs candidates by supporting those who Florida’s families and businesses..” support free enterprise. Host fundraisers and make political donations to lead the way. BOB GRAMMIG FUTURE OF FLORIDA FORUM AND FLORIDA CHAMBER ANNUAL MEETING Former Florida Chamber Chair £ CONNECT with your elected officials and urge them to vote in favor of jobs and Holland & Knight September 30–October 1, 2020 • Orlando against special interest agendas.

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WHERE WE STAND The Florida Chamber’s 2020 Jobs and Competitiveness Agenda

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