Matt Taylor

Economy Launch a Florida Grown First program that directs state agencies, schools, and public institutions to buy Florida-grown food whenever possible. Environment / Energy Push the Cabinet to prioritize conservation easements and block bad land deals that destroy working land or water resources. Taxes / Budget Get disaster relief and crop insurance to small farms faster. Environment / Energy Expand voluntary conservation programs that help farmers protect soil and water without adding more red tape. Environment / Energy Expand programs to help farmers who want to keep their land in agriculture instead of selling to developers. Economy Crack down on price gouging. Environment / Energy Hold corporate polluters and irresponsible developers accountable when they abuse land or water, and make sure the state isn’t rewarding bad behavior with tax breaks. Environment / Energy Modernize inspections at gas pumps and grocery stores. Economy Cut pointless regulations and fees that drive up costs. Education Connect schools directly with local farms through stronger farm-to-school programs. Taxes / Budget Give tax relief to family farms and timber owners who protect their property. Environment / Energy Use the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program to help landowners get paid for keeping their land in agriculture instead of selling to developers. Environment / Energy Stop industrial and solar projects from taking over productive farmland. Infrastructure / Transportation Make sure state funding supports smart growth and local voices, not unchecked sprawl. Education Provide school meals made with Florida-grown produce and whole milk.