Tom Gallagher
Tom Gallagher
C. Thomas "Tom" Gallagher IIIis an American politician from the state of Florida and a member of the Republican Party. Gallagher holds the distinction of having served more years as an elected state official than any other individual in Florida history. He began his career in the Florida House of Representatives, where he served from 1979 to 1987. He was then the Treasurer, Insurance Commissioner and Fire Marshal of Florida from 1989 to 1995, the Education Commissioner of Florida from...
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The state is about $37 billion behind in overall transportation needs. We just don't have the money to do all the things we want to do.
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Rate relief is a short-term solution and should be tied to long-term fixes. I applaud Governor Bush and state lawmakers for considering my proposals to provide relief to homeowners as well as long-term, comprehensive reforms of Citizens and our insurance market.
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Often declaring losses on the prior year's return can lead to a larger deduction.
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This legislation will ensure faster payment for storm victims following a major catastrophe. It will make it easier for families to get the money they deserve.
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This kind of insurance fraud leads to the overall negative perception of Florida's insurance professionals.
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This is a tragic reminder that it may not be enough to review the documents. You may need to follow up with the insurance company to ensure coverage is in place. Also, never pay in cash and never write a check to the insurance agent or agency. Always make the check payable to the insurance company that will provide the coverage.
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Storm victims should not have to chase after money that is theirs to begin with, and there is no reason why these funds should not be released directly to the homeowner, especially in the aftermath of a catastrophic storm.
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There are things that I thought would be a difference between us and all of a sudden I see my opponent has jumped over to the same place I am. This campaign is about ideas and vision and the experience to carry that out.
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We're a state of opportunity that is attracting about 1,100 people a day into our state.
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We have zero tolerance for insurance agents who deceive our seniors and cheat them out of their hard-earned retirement funds.
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I'll tell you what, if she's not the best to come out of this area in a long time, she's certainly one of the best. She handles the ball, shoots the 3, plays good defense, rebounds. She really has it all.
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I'm not adding a tax. It's just a fairness factor.
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I'm urging hurricane victims to take advantage of every tax benefit available to help them rebuild their lives and homes, and improve their finances. Tax benefits available this year could help Florida families at every income level.
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I'm certain of one thing: there is no way that the people want to go back 10 or 15 years to the days of higher taxes and failing schools.