Florida Breaks Through 100,000 Jobs Barrier
Press Release
Issues: Unemployed and Low-Income
New job creation and unemployment numbers were released today showing unemployment down from 10.6% last month and 12% in December, to 10.3% October.
The state saw 9,500 new jobs added, bring the total net new jobs for the year over the 100,000 mark, a significant milestone.
"Florida's economy is headed in the right direction," said Governor Scott. "Obviously, we still have a long way to go, but this is great news heading into the holiday season."
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