Stories tagged: "families"


Florida - Families - Democrats
Sen. Lauren Book: ‘Paid Family Leave Is Critical for ALL Mothers’

The Senate minority leader filed a bill to protect paid family leave for all state employees who give birth, even in cases of stillbirth.

Diaper - Tax free Florida
Florida Democrats Reintroduce Bill to Make Diapers Permanently Tax Free in the State

In the bill’s new version, Sen. Lauren Book proposes making the diapers tax relief permanent and include other childcare items as well as feminine hygiene and incontinence products. 

Economy - Child Tax Credit - Poverty
Democrats’ Child Tax Credit Decreased Child Poverty. Here’s How to Claim It if You Haven’t Already.

The expansion of the Child Tax Credit has had a great impact on the family economy, which is why a group of Democrats is trying to expand it.

Florida - Economy - DeSantis
As Floridians Struggle to Make Ends Meet, DeSantis Offers a Tax Break on Kayaks

From July 1-7, outdoor recreation and entertainment items will be tax-free in Florida.

Easter - Event- Families
5 Easter Egg Hunts Happening This Weekend in Florida

No plans yet for Easter? If you have children, you know you're not getting off the hook without taking them to an Easter egg hunt. Here are a few to check out.

Puerto Rico - Jill Biden - Miguel Cardona
Jill Biden Wants to Make Sure Families in Puerto Rico Apply for the Child Tax Credit

First lady Jill Biden, Education Secretary Miguel Cardona, and Rep. Nydia Velázquez highlighted the importance of Puerto Ricans requesting these tax credits that are now available to more families on the island than ever before.

Savings - Christmas - Economu
Consejitos to Save Money This Christmas

Savings influencer Edith Tapia shares tips on how to stretch your Christmas shopping budget.