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Brother and sister compete for Florida state senate seat in a sibling showdown

Florida Senate · Orlando

Brother and sister compete for Florida state senate seat in a sibling showdown

53% Center coverage: 13 sources

Both siblings have experience in the state legislature.See the Story

Gov. Ron DeSantis Approves 13 More Florida Laws. Here’s the Full List

Ron DeSantis · Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis Approves 13 More Florida Laws. Here’s the Full List

66% Center coverage: 6 sources

This latest batch of laws involves a variety of topics, including the definition of child neglect, mandated flood disclosures, and even attempts to control the weather.See the Story

New state regulations aimed at enhancing e-bike safety await governor’s signature

New state regulations aimed at enhancing e-bike safety await governor’s signature

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

New regulations from the Florida Senate could make riding an e-bike more restrictive but ultimately safer. This development comes as e-bikes continue to be a hot-button issue in St. Johns County See the Story

Legislature eyes changing Medicaid eligibility rules for people with intellectual disabilities

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

House Speaker Daniel Perez (R) with House budget chief Rep. Lawrence McClure (L). (Photo by Jay Waagmeester/Florida Phoenix)Florida could be poised to make it easier for people with developmental and intellectual disabilities (IDD) to maintain their Medicaid services. The latest round of budget negotiations between the House and Senate includes a proposal by the House to eliminate a requirement for people with IDD to annually be redetermined eli…Education · Florida See the Story

No. 11 on the list of Tampa Bay’s Most Powerful Politicians: Anna Paulina Luna

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Donald Trump-allied Congresswoman enjoys greater power than ever in this Republican-controlled Congress.Republican Party · Florida Read Article

Bloomingdale High School’s SGA Has Bill Approved With The Florida Senate

The Florida Senate recently approved House Bill 295, Comprehensive Waste Reduction and Recycling Plan. The bill will have a tremendous impact on our community for years to come both because of its impact on our environment and the vision of the students that presented it. Bill 295 was presented by Bloomingdale High School’s student government…Florida Senate · Bloomingdale Read Article

Debbie Mayfield, on verge of history-making Senate return, first must face Vance Ahrens

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

Is former Rep. Debbie Mayfield about to make the quickest return trip to the Florida Senate of all time? A Senate District 19 Special Election could put the Indialantic Republican back in her old seat, but Democrat Vance Ahrens hopes voters show a desire for change. The winner Tuesday will fill a seat vacated by former Sen. Randy Fine, who in April won election to Congress. By the end of the week, Mayfield may be sworn back into the Senate, mark…Senate · Florida See the Story

Trial Begins over Claims that Congressional Map Packs Tampa Bay-Area Black Voters Into One District

Coverage: 2 sources

The lawsuit claims the new map adopted in 2022 improperly packs Black voters into District 16, diluting their electoral influence, particularly in Pinellas County.Florida Senate · Tampa See the Story

Tampa Bay Leaders Advocate for Local Priorities in Budget Talks

74% Center coverage: 8 sources

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — Tampa Bay leaders are back here at the Capitol in Tallahassee to finish what they started: the state budget. Lawmakers said they have mixed emotions heading into this week, and as they fight for local priorities and allocations, there's some uncertainty about what's in and what's out. So, what's being discussed? House and Senate leadership reached an agreement that includes $2.25 billion in recurring revenue reductions…Taxes · Florida See the Story

Democrat Who Fell Victim to ‘Ghost Candidate’ Scheme Running for Attorney General

67% Center coverage: 3 sources

Five years after losing reelection to the Florida Senate amid a ‘ghost candidate’ scheme, Jose Javier Rodriguez is running for Attorney General.Corruption · Miami See the Story

Budget Talks Start Tuesday, with Goal of Finalizing by Mid-June

72% Center coverage: 7 sources

After weeks of sending offers back and forth to no avail, leaders in the House and Senate have reached a budget agreement, allowing lawmakers to return to Tallahassee next week for budget conferencing to finalize additional details ahead of the July 1 deadline that averts a state government shutdown. A budget memo from House Speaker Daniel Perez and Senate President Ben Albritton indicates a new budget should be passed June 16. It includes $2.2…Ron DeSantis · Tallahassee See the Story

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