Feb. 12, 2026
Florida Legislature Debates Ocklawaha River Restoration
Bill to remove Kirkpatrick Dam and restore natural flow gains momentum
Feb. 7, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Approve Bill To Punish Medical Marijuana Patients For Having Open Containers In Cars
The bill would ban medical marijuana patients from possessing open containers of cannabis while driving or as passengers, with penalties including the loss of their medical marijuana card.
Feb. 6, 2026
Lawsuit challenges Florida governor's special session on redistricting
Voting rights advocates say Gov. Ron DeSantis doesn't have the authority to call a special session on redistricting.
Feb. 5, 2026
Florida Bill Aims to Ban Open Cannabis Containers in Vehicles
Legislation would treat medical marijuana like open alcohol containers, raising concerns from patients and advocates.