Florida Policy Project

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Unbiased research to provide best policy solutions for Florida and beyond.

ABOUT US

The Florida Policy Project (FPP) is a non-profit, non-partisan research institute.

The Florida Policy Project advances evidence-based policies to improve the lives of Floridians. We conduct rigorous research and provide education on critical issues such as criminal justice reform, property insurance, transportation, and housing. Our work fosters collaboration and informed decision-making, grounded in academic rigor and integrity, and informed by diverse perspectives to achieve better outcomes. The Florida Policy Project is supported by individuals, foundations, and corporations and does not accept government funds or contributions that could influence the outcomes of its research.

The overarching mission of FPP is to positively influence the quality of life for Florida residents and guests.

“Having served Florida constituents for the past 10 plus years, I am hyper-aware of the need for intelligent data-driven research that will help educate both the general public and our elected officials so they can make informed decisions before they vote on legislation.” 

– Jeff Brandes

THE LATEST

The case for expanding housing vouchers | Opinion

Florida’s housing affordability crisis casts long shadows over the dreams of countless Floridians. As we grapple with soaring prices and the evaporation of the homeownership ...
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Even when voters speak on abortion and marijuana, courts and lawmakers may get last word

Jeff Brandes, a former Republican state senator from St. Petersburg and founder of the nonprofit political research group Florida Policy Project said there were likely ...
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How vouchers can help solve the housing crisis

The average monthly rent for an 872-square-foot apartment in St. Petersburg is nearly $2,000, and city officials continue subsidizing new developments to mitigate soaring living ...
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Florida Policy Project: expand housing voucher programs to remedy affordable housing scarcity

Amid an ongoing influx of approximately 1,000 new residents daily, a report published this month by the Florida Policy Project (FPP) calls for expansions and ...
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Mike Harting brings in $40K-plus in first month of St. Pete City Council campaign

Mike Harting, the co-owner of Three Daughters Brewing who is running for St. Petersburg City Council in District 3, has raised $41,810 in his first ...
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Jeff Brandes’ Florida Policy Project points to housing vouchers to help address Florida’s affordable housing crisis

The Florida Policy Project (FPP) has published a study in collaboration with the DeVoe L. Moore Center at Florida State University elevating the use of ...
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Trend Mention: Florida Housing Summit | May 1, 2024

The Florida Housing Summit brings together industry leaders, policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to discuss the pressing issues and solutions in housing today. Hosted by the ...
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Talk to us: Are you struggling to find affordable housing?

One million people in Florida spend more than 50% of their income on housing. That’s according to the Florida Policy Project, which calls housing affordability ...
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