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...
claims hurricane paid priority quickly
Our priority now is to get any outstanding hurricane claims paid as quickly as possible.
declaring larger lead losses prior return
Often declaring losses on the prior year's return can lead to a larger deduction.
easier ensure families faster following major money payment storm victims
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.
adding fairness
I'm not adding a tax. It's just a fairness factor.
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I commend our investigators and prosecutors for their tenacity in making our state a national leader in combating insurance fraud. We will not give up the fight to protect Floridians from the danger and cost inflicted by insurance fraud schemes.
advocating aggressive net year
Aggressive investigations and prosecutions coupled with legislation I'm advocating this year will tighten the net around these criminals.
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I think the market doesn't know where to go.
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It's a natural part of the transition. Once his successor was named, it made sense that he kind of take a step back.
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I think the main difference between me and my opponent is that nobody really thinks he can win the general election.
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This kind of insurance fraud leads to the overall negative perception of Florida's insurance professionals.
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It's not that Japan or Europe have better accounting systems than we do,
damage economic government grown left local spending
Local government spending has grown out of control. Left unchecked, this will damage our economic potential.
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The eight hurricanes which stuck Florida in less than 15 months created problems that no one could have ever anticipated. Addressing those challenges, reducing the burdens on Florida homeowners and preparing Florida's families for future storms remain my top priorities this session.
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Over the past 14 months I have personally called out companies and demanded they come to Tallahassee and answer for their conduct, ... I have pushed for rate freezes. My office has helped 60,000 citizens with their problems with insurance companies.