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Disney caves, settles lawsuits with DeSantis
The Walt Disney Company and the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District, backed by Gov. Ron DeSantis, have resolved a nearly two-year legal dispute by agreeing to declare previous development agreements as "null, void, and unenforceable," ending all pending...
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Members of Florida Congressional Delegation request $725 million for Everglades restoration
Sen. Marco Rubio and members of Florida's Congressional Delegation have requested $725 million in the Fiscal Year 2025 budget from President Biden for the South Florida Ecosystem Restoration to address weather-induced water management challenges and accelerate...
Gov. DeSantis to receive first responder protections bill
Gov. Ron DeSantis is poised to receive a bill that would protect first responders by making it a misdemeanor to impede their duties by approaching closer than 25 feet after being warned. The Florida Senate passed legislation on Thursday to bolster protections for...
Gambling revenue to finance $450M annually in environmental conservation
The Florida Legislature has passed a bill, awaiting Governor Ron DeSantis' signature, that dedicates a minimum of $450 million annually from gambling revenues to environmental conservation efforts. The Florida Legislature has sent a bill to Gov. Ron DeSantis that...
My Safe Florida Home funding heads to DeSantis
The Florida Legislature has passed a bill to increase funding for the My Safe Florida Home Program by $200 million. The Florida Legislature has approved a bill that allocates an additional $200 million to the My Safe Florida Home Program. Senate Bill 7028, now...
Controversial teacher prep bill heads to DeSantis
The Florida Senate approved a controversial bill banning "identity politics" in teacher preparation programs, a move that critics argue could hinder educators' ability to teach historical realities, while supporters claim it focuses on teaching methods over content....
Florida House passes resolution to repeal public financing for statewide election campaigns
The Florida House on Wednesday passed a resolution to let voters decide on a constitutional amendment to end public financing for statewide office campaigns, with Sen. Travis Hutson aiming to reallocate the funds to other state needs. The Florida House on Wednesday...
Florida House approves ban on lab-grown meat sales
The Florida House passed legislation banning the commercial sale of lab-grown meat, the first of its kind in the U.S. The Florida House passed legislation on Wednesday that includes the United States' first outright ban on the commercial sale of lab-grown or...
China land law changes scrapped
The Florida Senate declined to revise a contentious 2023 law restricting property ownership by individuals from China, amid Gov. Ron DeSantis' objections and ongoing legal challenges, opting instead to maintain existing regulations aimed at safeguarding against...
Senate passes pilot program extending hurricane mitigation services to condominiums
Senate lawmakers have unanimously passed legislation to extend the My Safe Florida Home Program's hurricane mitigation services and grants to condominium associations under a pilot program. Senate lawmakers on Wednesday passed legislation that would extend the scope...
Florida Republican Congressional Delegation backs Sen. Rick Scott for reelection
Sen. Rick Scott has received endorsements from all 21 Republican members of Florida's Congressional delegation, including Sen. Marco Rubio, as he seeks reelection amid a challenge from former Democratic Representative Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. All 21 members of...
Court rejects ‘Stop WOKE’ restrictions
A federal appeals court ruled that restrictions placed by Governor Ron DeSantis and Republican lawmakers on race-related issues in workplace training, under the "Stop WOKE Act" of 2022, violate First Amendment rights, maintaining a preliminary injunction against the...
Florida Chamber, industry leaders back State in environmental permit battle
The Florida Chamber of Commerce and other statewide trade organizations have filed a brief supporting Florida's request to pause a court decision that could overhaul the environmental permitting process, arguing that immediate changes would cause regulatory confusion...
Florida fantasy sports bill awaits floor vote in state Senate
Lawmakers are considering Senate Bill 1568, which would allow and regulate daily fantasy sports through licensing by the Florida Gaming Control Commission, with the bill currently awaiting a Senate vote. Daily fantasy sports operators are awaiting the passage of a new...
Florida Democratic Party suspends three local party chairs
The Florida Democratic Party suspended the chairs of its Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, and Franklin county branches to address compliance issues and improve the party's regional effectiveness. The Florida Democratic Party (FDP) announced on Monday the suspension of the...
Looming recreational marijuana decision could trigger massive legalization campaign – are opponents high on their own supply?
The Florida Supreme Court is expected to spark a decision this month on ballot language that could light up the opportunity for voters to decide whether to legalize recreational marijuana. How many hits from the metaphor bong can I weave into this analysis piece to...
“There’s no real long term plan:” former Sen. Jeff Brandes sounds alarm on Florida’s prison system
A KPMG report, brought to light by former Senator Jeff Brandes, indicates Florida's prison system is on the brink of a crisis due to aging facilities, staff shortages, and a burgeoning inmate population, necessitating immediate and substantial reform and investment to...
FSU’s College of Nursing tops public schools in federal research funding
Florida State University's College of Nursing leads national rankings among public nursing schools in federal research funding, with a combined total of $18.7 million from various federal agencies. Florida State University's (FSU) College of Nursing has attained the...
Florida Senate passes revised social media bill
The Florida Senate passed a revised bill to regulate minors' access to social media, mandating parental consent for users under 16 and targeting "addictive" features, with the legislation now moving to the House for consideration. The Florida Senate passed a revised...
Revamped social media bill emerges
In response to Governor Ron DeSantis' veto of a previous bill, Florida lawmakers are advancing a revised proposal aimed at limiting social media use by children under 16, with provisions for parental consent for 14- and 15-year-olds. After Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed an...
Gov. DeSantis vetoes social media legislation; Senate slated to hear revised bill next week
Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed a bill to restrict social media use by minors in Florida, citing concerns over parental rights and the bill's effectiveness, while signaling support for a forthcoming, revised proposal that emphasizes parental control and minor protection...
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