FRLA Statement on New Gaming Compact with Seminole Tribe

TALLAHASSEE – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Seminole Tribe of Florida announced an historic new gaming compact which will bring at least $2.5 billion in revenue to the state in Read More

Commissioner Fried Encourages Florida Restaurants to Apply for the U.S. SBA’s Restaurant Revitalization Fund

Contact: Office of Communications, (850) 617-7737  Twitter: @FDACS & @NikkiFriedFL Tallahassee, Fla. – The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the availability of the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund, Read More

Treasury, IRS provide guidance on tax relief for deductions for food or beverages from restaurants

The IRS and Treasury Department issued guidance yesterday allowing a 100% business deduction for food or beverages purchased from restaurants, from January 1, 2021 to December 31, 2022. For clarity, Read More

Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association Urges Senate to Protect Tourism Tax Revenues, Oppose SB 2008

Legislation Would Expand Tourist and Convention Development Tax Uses MEDIA CONTACT Ashley Chambers: [email protected]   TALLAHASSEE – Yesterday, the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association (FRLA) sent a letter to members Read More

Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association and Florida Hospitality Industry Praise the Signing of COVID-19 Liability Bill

TALLAHASSEE – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law SB 72 on Civil Liability for Damages Relating to COVID-19. The passage of this legislation has been a top priority for Read More