SB 898, known as “Miya’s Law,” sponsored by Senator Linda Stewart (D – Orlando) and Representative Robin Bartleman (D – Weston), now having unanimously passed in both chambers, moves to the Governor’s desk where it awaits signature into law. [Read more…] about Miya’s Law Moves To The Governor’s Desk
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Statement from Senate Majority Leader Debbie Mayfield on 2022 Legislative Session Accomplishments
Florida Senate Majority Leader Debbie Mayfield (R-Melbourne) today released the following statement highlighting several wins Senate Republicans delivered to Floridians during the 2022 Legislative Session. [Read more…] about Statement from Senate Majority Leader Debbie Mayfield on 2022 Legislative Session Accomplishments
Senate Takes Up Broad-Based Tax Relief for Florida’s Families
Tax Holidays for Gas, Back-To-School, Disaster Preparedness, Freedom Week, Energy Star Appliances, Tools – Tax-Free Baby Diapers, Clothes, Shoes, Books; Property Tax Refunds for Surfside Condo Collapse
The Florida Senate today considered House Bill 7071, Taxation, which delivers $658 million in broad-based tax savings to families across the state, with a focus on long- and short-term sales tax relief. [Read more…] about Senate Takes Up Broad-Based Tax Relief for Florida’s Families
FDLE arrests Fort Myers man for third time for possession of child sexual abuse material
FDLE agents arrested Jose Enrique Ortega, 41, of Fort Myers, for 20 counts of possession of child pornography in violation of Florida Statute 827.071(5)(a), a third-degree felony. [Read more…] about FDLE arrests Fort Myers man for third time for possession of child sexual abuse material
HB 7 Passes with Representative Benjamin’s Landmark Increase in African American Studies
Yesterday, HB 7, “the Individual Freedom Act,” passed the Senate with an important amendment previously added by Representative Christopher Benjamin (D- Miami Gardens). [Read more…] about HB 7 Passes with Representative Benjamin’s Landmark Increase in African American Studies
Down Syndrome Specialty License Plate Passes the Florida Legislature
Yesterday, CS/SB364 Specialty License Plates, which includes the Down Syndrome Specialty License Plate by Representative Daisy Morales (D- Orlando), passed unanimously on the Senate Floor and heads to the Governor. [Read more…] about Down Syndrome Specialty License Plate Passes the Florida Legislature
Florida House Democrats Welcome Newest Member
Earlier today, Representative Jervontae “Tae” Edmonds (D-West Palm Beach) was officially sworn-in on the House Floor ahead of Floor Session, officially rounding out the 42-member Florida House Democratic Caucus. [Read more…] about Florida House Democrats Welcome Newest Member
Balanced State Budget Invests in Education, Infrastructure, Historic State Reserves
Key investments in public safety, education and environmental infrastructure –
Historic per-student funding, $1 billion toward $15/hour wage
House Bill 5001, the General Appropriations Act, a balanced state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, was finalized this afternoon, beginning the constitutionally required 72-hour cooling off period before a vote on Monday, March 14. [Read more…] about Balanced State Budget Invests in Education, Infrastructure, Historic State Reserves
Senator Taddeo’s Statement On “Stop Woke Act” Passage
Senator Annette Taddeo today released a statement on the Senate passage of the “Stop Woke Act”. [Read more…] about Senator Taddeo’s Statement On “Stop Woke Act” Passage
A Bill On Sexual Offenses Moves To The Governor’s Desk
The Senate and House have unanimously passed SB 692 Sexual Offenses, sponsored by Senator Linda Stewart (D – Orlando) and Representative Slosberg-King (D – Boca Raton). [Read more…] about A Bill On Sexual Offenses Moves To The Governor’s Desk
