Florida Business News

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  At least $25 billion in interest-free government loans from the Paycheck Protection Program went to Florida small businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic, according to data released Monday by the Small Business Administration.

• Florida attorney Ben Crump remains in the civil rights spotlight

  Ben Crump’s advocacy and success have established him as the leading attorney nationally in high-profile civil rights cases.

• Florida announced as participant in new automated vehicle initiative

  The U.S. Department of Transportation has announced Florida as one of its first participants in the Automated Vehicle Transparency and Engagement for Safety Testing Initiative.

• Florida gas prices reach 15-week high

  Florida gas prices hit a 15-week high following the Fourth of July holiday weekend. Gas averaged $2.11 per gallon across the state Monday, up 8 cents over the week.

• Amtrak to reduce New York-Florida trains starting July 6, with more cuts coming Oct. 1

  Starting next week, Amtrak is cutting back service between New York and Florida, and train riders can expect more service reductions nationwide by fall.

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