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Florida Designated Official State Flagship

Florida designated the official state flagship.  The post Florida Designated Official State Flagship appeared first on West Orlando News.

Florida’s special session: Redistricting, vaccines and AI rights

Florida's GOP lawmakers will bring new congressional maps into a nationwide redistricting battle next week. The post Florida’s special session: Redistricting, vaccines and AI right...

Delegation for 6.9.26: Ag budget — red tape — Florida heroes — LEO HOF — kidney quest

From Florida to Capitol Hill The post Delegation for 6.9.26: Ag budget — red tape — Florida heroes — LEO HOF — kidney quest appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns & Ele...

Florida Governor Signs Legislation to Limit Local Government Overreach

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed two major pieces of legislation to limit government overreach. The post Florida Governor Signs Legislation to Limit Local Government Overreach...

Florida Rep. Introduced ICE FROST Act

A Florida Representative introduced the ICE FROST Act.  The post Florida Rep. Introduced ICE FROST Act appeared first on West Orlando News.

Florida Rep. Introduced Youth Climate Leadership Act

Florida Representative introduced the Youth Climate Leadership Act.  The post Florida Rep. Introduced Youth Climate Leadership Act appeared first on West Orlando News.

Eric Holder to Floridians: Tell Legislature its redistricting effort is ‘not acceptable’

Lawmakers to convene in Tallahassee on April 28 for a four-day special session on congressional redistricting and other issues. The post Eric Holder to Floridians: Tell Legislature...

Florida Blocks Local Governments from DEI Initiatives: What Private Employers Need to Know

Florida has taken another step in its ongoing effort to curtail diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs in the state by blocking local governments from funding or promoting...

DeSantis signs AI data center regulations into law

Florida legislature approves new congressional map intended to boost Republicans in midterms

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) — The Florida Legislature approved a new congressional map intended to maximize Republicans’ advantage in the state as part of the national redistricting...

Delegation for 5.15.26: Closing Alcatraz — lobbyist ban? — mental health — AI literacy — wasted

From Florida to Capitol Hill. The post Delegation for 5.15.26: Closing Alcatraz — lobbyist ban? — mental health — AI literacy — wasted appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaig...

Florida Tax Holiday Includes Guns, Ammo, Suppressors & Firearm Accessories

Florida lawmakers passed HB 7031E, a major tax package that includes a sales tax holiday for firearms, ammunition, suppressors, listed firearm accessories, and hunting, fishing, an...

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Florida prepares for the day when taxicabs can fly

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill providing funding for vertiports, the hubs for small aerial taxicabs. The post Florida prepares for the day when taxicabs can fly appeared first on...

Legislature approves congressional map that boosts Republicans

The new congressional map could increase Florida's Republican House delegation by four seats. The post Legislature approves congressional map that boosts Republicans appeared first...

AIF names Champions for Business, releases 2026 Voting Records

Six lawmakers were named 'Champions for Business.' The post AIF names Champions for Business, releases 2026 Voting Records appeared first on Florida Politics - Campaigns & Elec...

New Florida Law Protects Communities from Harm Caused by Data Centers

A new Florida law protects local communities from harm caused by data centers.  The post New Florida Law Protects Communities from Harm Caused by Data Centers appeared first on Wes...

Bill to name Florida roads after Charlie Kirk and Trump heads to DeSantis’ desk

New Florida Congressional Districts: Signed, Sealed, Delivered

The new Florida congressional districts are now "signed, sealed, delivered." The post New Florida Congressional Districts: Signed, Sealed, Delivered appeared first on West Orlando...

FL Lawmakers Pass $114.5 Billion State Budget During Special Session

The FL House and Senate approved a $114.5B budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 during a special session, two months later than expected.

Florida’s Infill Redevelopment Act (SB 1434) Is Now in Effect

Senate Bill 1434, the Infill Redevelopment Act (the “Act”), was signed into law by the Governor of Florida on Thursday, May 21, 2026. The bill creates Section 163.2525, Florida Sta...

Florida revamps red snapper fishing after court issues ban in South Atlantic

The FWC rescinded an executive order expanding red snapper fishing in state waters. The post Florida revamps red snapper fishing after court issues ban in South Atlantic appeared...

Florida Legislative Session Brings Everglades Funding and a Slew of Bills

State FundingFlorida lawmakers approved a $114.5 billion state budget for 2026–27 — slightly smaller than last year’s budget. State leaders framed the lower spending plan as a way...

Florida Governor Signs Reforms for Accountability in Teacher Unions

The Florida Governor recently signed education reforms for accountability in teacher unions. The post Florida Governor Signs Reforms for Accountability in Teacher Unions appeared f...