Congressman Byron Donalds on Florida’s Future | Miami Gardens Chamber Conversation

What will it take to keep Florida affordable, competitive, and a place where businesses and communities can thrive? The Miami Gardens Chamber of Commerce sat down with Congressman Byron Donalds for a conversation on issues impacting businesses, workers, and communities across Florida. Led by Miami Gardens Chamber President André Williams alongside Professor Sean Foreman, the discussion covers topics including: • Housing affordability and workforce housing • Small-business growth • Government efficiency and permitting • Property insurance and property taxes • Transparency and technology in government • Creating more opportunities for Florida’s business community The conversation also explores the challenges facing essential workers, including teachers, police officers, firefighters, hospitality employees, and others who are increasingly struggling to live near where they work. Watch the full conversation to hear Congressman Donalds’ perspective on these issues and more. #MiamiGardens #MiamiGardensChamber #FloridaBusiness #SmallBusiness #WorkforceHousing #Florida CHAPTERS 00:00 Introductions 09:13 André Williams & the Miami Gardens Chamber of Commerce 13:01 Congressman Byron Donalds Introduction 16:22 Workforce Housing & Affordability 25:20 Small Business & Florida’s Economy 33:52 Insurance, Taxes & Cost of Living 38:24 Government Efficiency, AI & Transparency 41:28 Florida Politics & Audience Q&A 47:19 Miami Beach, Development & Government Modernization 50:30 Closing Discussion: Housing, Community & Growth