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Florida HB 535 Defines Food Service Automatic Gratuity Charges
Florida HB 535 Defines Food Service Automatic Gratuity Charges

Florida HB 535 Defines Food Service Automatic Gratuity Charges

House Bill 535 introduces updates to regulations governing public food service establishments in Florida. The bill revises key definitions, updates the rules public food industry automatic gratuity and service charges. Part 1 of HB 535.

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SSA Bank Changes Soon Not Allowed by Phone
SSA Bank Changes Soon Not Allowed by Phone

SSA Tightens Phone Security: Bank Account Updates No Longer Allowed by Phone

Social Security Tightens Security: Bank Account Updates No Longer Allowed by Phone

Recent reports have caused confusion about changes to Social Security’s phone services, but here’s what you need to know: The Social Security Administration (SSA) is not ending its telephone services. However, in an effort to combat fraud, the agency will no longer allow direct deposit bank account updates over the phone.

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Gov. Ron DeSantis called on the legislature to permanently ban mRNA vaccine mandates in Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis called on the legislature to permanently ban mRNA vaccine mandates in Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis called on the legislature to permanently ban mRNA vaccine mandates in Florida

On March 13, 2025, Gov. Ron DeSantis made a bold push for what he’s calling “Patient Freedom in Healthcare,” a move that will strengthen Florida’s stance against vaccine mandates and federal health recommendations.

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Eugene Perez Seeks Vacated Palm Coast City Council District 3 Seat
Eugene Perez Seeks Vacated Palm Coast City Council District 3 Seat

Eugene Perez Seeks Vacated Palm Coast City Council District 3 Seat

March 14, 2025

(Palm Coast, Florida) Gene Perez: A Dedicated Leader for Palm Coast

Eugene (Gene) Perez, a respected member of PalmCoastLocal.com, a dedicated community advocate, and a longtime resident of Palm Coast, has officially submitted his application for the recently vacated Palm Coast City Council District 3 seat. This position was previously held by Ray Stevens, who resigned due to health reasons.

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AI and Taxes: What If the Government Used AI to Cross-Reference Your Spending?
The AI-Driven Tax System: How It Works
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AI and Taxes: What If the Government Used AI to Cross-Reference Your Spending?

Imagine a world where tax agencies no longer rely on self-reported income but instead use AI-powered cross-referencing to determine what you actually earn based on your spending habits, social media activity, and bank transactions.
Let’s walk through a scenario where this kind of AI-driven tax system is in place and what it would mean for everyday taxpayers.

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