I have written articles about different aspects of the FAIRtax plan and also articles about the cumbersome, fraudulent and unethical income tax system that we have now. But let’s step back and actually look at the FAIRtax as a viable replacement for our current tax system.

The FAIRtax was designed by world renowned economists and businessmen who were simply tired of having to make their financial and business decisions based on how it would effect their taxes and not on what was best for their businesses and employees. What they came up with is a tax based on consumption rather than on income. In other words, taxes based on your spending habits rather than on your productivity. The FAIRtax eliminates the personal income tax, corporate income tax, payroll tax, inheritance tax, repatriation tax, taxes on savings and dividends, and all other taxes based in income.

Under the FAIRtax , one simple rate is placed on all new goods and services to be collected at the retail level and administered by the states. The states then send the taxes collected to the treasury department bypassing the Internal Revenue Service which is no longer needed and will be abolished. No income tax reporting = no IRS. Continue reading →

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The House of Representatives today passed H.R. 7008, the Stop Insider Trading Act, by a vote of 232-198, prohibiting Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from purchasing individual stocks issued by publicly traded companies. Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03), who presided over the House as Speaker Pro Tempore during final passage, voted in favor of the legislation and called the reform long overdue.

“Members of Congress should never be able to profit from the public’s trust. Period,” said Congresswoman Cammack. “For too long, Americans have been left wondering whether lawmakers are serving the country or their portfolios. That question should never have to be asked. Today’s vote was long overdue.”The Stop Insider Trading Act prohibits Members of Congress, their spouses, and dependent children from purchasing individual securities issued by publicly traded companies while the Member serves in office.

As Speaker Pro Tempore, Rep. Cammack presided over the House chamber during final passage, holding the gavel as lawmakers approved the congressional ethics measure. Continue reading →

FARNBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM—Today, on the first day of Florida’s Business Development Leadership Mission to the United Kingdom, Governor DeSantis officially opened the Florida Pavilion at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow. The Governor also announced that Relativity Space—an aerospace manufacturing company—has committed to expanding its operations on the Space Coast, bringing substantial capital investments and creating thousands of high-skill, high-wage jobs for Floridians. The Governor also presided over the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between Space Florida and the UK Space Agency (UKSA) to advance international space collaboration. This new partnership builds on an already strong relationship between the United Kingdom and Florida.

“The Free State of Florida anchors the international space economy,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “Today’s announcements at the Farnborough International Airshow reinforce our position as a leader in the international space race by creating pathways for innovation, investment, and opportunity.”

“Relativity Space’s decision to expand their pioneering manufacturing and launch operations to the Space Coast supports Florida’s position as the premier destination for innovative companies,” said Secretary of Commerce J. Alex Kelly. “Florida has fostered a competitive, business-first climate and we are proud to support Florida’s small and emerging aviation and aerospace companies as they showcase the strength and ferocity of Florida’s economy at the 2026 Farnborough International Airshow.” Continue reading →

EDINBURGH, UNITED KINGDOM—Today, as part of the International Business Development Mission to the United Kingdom, Governor Ron DeSantis commemorated the 250th anniversary of Adam Smith’s landmark work, The Wealth of Nations, by presiding over the signing of a Letter of Friendship between Florida International University (FIU) and Heriot-Watt University at Adam Smith’s historic Panmure House in Edinburgh. The agreement establishes a framework for academic cooperation that advances the study of free markets, moral philosophy, and political economy while further strengthening the longstanding relationship between Florida and Scotland.

The partnership builds upon the 2023 Memorandum of Understanding signed by Governor DeSantis and then-U.K. Secretary of State for Business and Trade Kemi Badenoch, which expanded bilateral investment, strengthened commercial relationships, and fostered academic partnerships that continue to promote economic opportunity and innovation on both sides of the Atlantic.

“In the Free State of Florida, we understand that economic freedom is the foundation of prosperity,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “Adam Smith was the greatest economic thinker in history, and his timeless principles of free markets, limited government, and individual enterprise remain just as relevant today as they were 250 years ago. I was proud to establish the Adam Smith Center for Economic Freedom at Florida International University to ensure the next generation studies the ideas that have lifted more people out of poverty and created more prosperity than any other economic system. This partnership between FIU and Heriot-Watt University builds on that foundation, strengthens the enduring ties between Florida and Scotland, and prepares students for economic advancement.”  Continue reading →

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM—As part of Florida’s ongoing Business Development Mission to the United Kingdom, Governor DeSantis and Insurance Commissioner Mike Yaworsky participated in a series of meetings with leaders in Britain’s insurance and reinsurance industry—capped off by joining Lady Mayor Dame Susan Langley for a fireside chat to discuss insurance and reinsurance. These discussions build on the successful and productive partnership established between the U.K. and Florida during the Governor’s April 2023 visit—further bolstered by the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding in November 2023 to increase bilateral investment, strengthen business ties, and grow academic partnerships while ensuring economic opportunities that promote resilience and increase opportunity for innovative industries.

“Florida represents the 7th largest insurance market in the world,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “We had great discussions furthering the UK-Florida partnership established in 2023. This partnership has informed Florida’s game-changing industry reforms—supporting Florida’s insurance market and highlighting the importance of continued collaboration between Florida and the United Kingdom.”  Continue reading →

H.Res. 500 would require criminal background checks for House employees and public disclosure of foreign government payments, contracts, and citizenship.

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) today called on the House to immediately bring H.Res. 500 to the floor for a vote. The resolution would strengthen security standards for congressional staff by requiring criminal background checks and public disclosure of foreign government payments, contracts, and citizenship.

The renewed push comes as congressional staff security has drawn renewed public attention, underscoring the need for stronger vetting and transparency standards in the House of Representatives.

“Congressional staff handle Americans’ most sensitive personal information every day, from Social Security numbers on casework files to veterans’ records,” said Congresswoman Cammack. “Americans are shocked when they learn that those staffers face no required background check. Federal employees across the executive branch are vetted before they ever get a badge. Not here. That should concern every member of Congress, regardless of party.” Continue reading →