Lobbyist's medical school ploy made law
TALLAHASSEE -- Gov. Jeb Bush signed a health care bill Tuesday that contains a provision sought by a single influential lobbyist, loosening admission standards at Florida's medical schools to guarantee slots to military academy graduates.
Crib safety bill gets veto
The governor says parents should be trusted to recognize dangerous cribs, which lawmakers wanted banned.
Education laws seem to oppose Bush priorities
But state officials say changes to laws on vouchers, grading scales and social promotion are aimed at helping kids.
Suspended Seminole leader seeks a rehearing
TAMPA -- Suspended Seminole Chairman James E. Billie has decided against trying to win back his job by suing his own tribe in federal court.
Yellow River dam is vetoed
Gov. Jeb Bush delighted environmental activists by vetoing $250,000 the Legislature approved for planning a dam for the Yellow River in the Panhandle.
Governor gains influence in judge selection
A new law lets him appoint all members of the state's 26 judicial nominating panels.
