Mar. 6, 2026
Florida Voters Back Property Tax Reform, But Hurdles Remain
Majority support phasing out homestead property taxes, but constitutional amendment faces challenges
Mar. 6, 2026
Congressman Pushes for Tighter Kids' Online Safety Rules
Palm Harbor's Rep. Gus Bilirakis leads federal effort, but Tampa's Rep. Kathy Castor says plan still has Big Tech loopholes
Mar. 5, 2026
Florida Senate Votes to Ban Local Governments from Spending on DEI
The bill prohibits cities and counties from funding, promoting, or taking official actions related to diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts.
Mar. 5, 2026
Florida House Passes Bill Limiting Local Control Over Development
Critics worry the legislation could lead to unchecked growth and urban sprawl.
Mar. 5, 2026
Florida House Approves Tax Cuts for Guns, Camping Gear, and American-Made Beer
The bill aims to save money for campers, gun owners, and drinkers of domestic brews.
Mar. 5, 2026
Florida GOP's Latest Attack on DEI May Threaten Events, Programs
New legislation aims to prohibit local governments from funding diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Mar. 5, 2026
Florida Tweaks School Rule to Limit Charter Co-Location
New reforms aim to mitigate potential chaos from 2025 law allowing charter schools to use public classrooms for free.
Mar. 4, 2026
Florida House Passes Live Local Act Update, Further Limiting Local Zoning Powers
Measure aims to boost affordable housing, but critics say it undermines home rule
Mar. 4, 2026
Florida House Passes Bill Allowing Designation of Domestic Terrorist Groups
Legislation gives state officials broad powers to label organizations as terrorists, raising concerns about lack of oversight and potential for abuse.
Mar. 3, 2026
Florida House Votes to Block Gainesville from Regaining Control of GRU
The bill now heads to the state Senate after passing the House 81-26.
Mar. 2, 2026
Florida Bill Aims to Create State-Level Surveillance of 'Views' and 'Opinions'
Proposed legislation raises concerns about potential overreach and domestic surveillance.
Mar. 1, 2026
House Backs Referendum on Cutting Property Taxes
Proposal would ask voters to eliminate most homestead property taxes, but Senate has yet to advance similar measure.
Mar. 1, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Pass Bill to Rename Palm Beach Airport After Trump
The bill now awaits Governor DeSantis' signature, but the name change still requires FAA approval.
Mar. 1, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Propose 'Blue Ribbon' Development Bill
The bill aims to fast-track large-scale projects, but some counties fear it will undermine local control.
Feb. 28, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Push for HOA Reform with HB 657
Bill aims to create state-funded courts for HOA disputes and make it easier for residents to dissolve their associations
Feb. 27, 2026
Florida Lawmakers Vote to Rename Palm Beach Airport After Trump
Republican-led legislature approves measure despite Democratic opposition.
Feb. 27, 2026
Former Assistant Principal Advocates for Gun Safety, Opposes Bill to Lower Firearm Purchase Age
Catherine Donovan, a Boca Raton resident, is fighting to prevent tragedies like the 2018 Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School shooting.
Feb. 27, 2026
Highland Towers faces $600,000 bill after contractor's non-compliant work
Retirees in Highland Beach, Florida are facing a massive special assessment after a drainage rehabilitation project went wrong.
Feb. 27, 2026
Florida Legislature aims to cement GRU Authority with new amendment
Gainesville leaders and community groups mobilize to oppose the 24-word provision that would preempt the city's control over its utility.
Feb. 27, 2026
Democrat Rep Vows to Subpoena Trump and Melania if Party Regains House
California Rep. Robert Garcia says the Trumps will be called to testify about alleged ties to Jeffrey Epstein
