As SNAP changes shift food assistance costs, states face new choices
This is the third in a series of five articles examining key debates that will unfold in the nation’s statehouses this year.
“It’s negligence at this point”
Two Florida lawmakers aim to force counties to strengthen 911 infrastructure with bills this session
Lawsuits over vaccine ads backed
Bill would allow people injured by vaccines to sue drug manufacturers that advertise the products
STATE NEWS BRIEFS
Drivers with disabilities, citrus forecast, E-Verify expansion
Development bills get go-ahead
Sen. Stan McClain, R-Ocala, is sponsoring two bills being watched by environmental groups.
STATE NEWS BRIEFS
Changes to growth law advance; pot smoking in public targeted
New federal Medicaid policies compound state budget pressures
This is the second in a series of five articles examining key debates that will unfold in the nation’s statehouses this year.
Horse racing change backed in House
The Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association and others stand in opposition.
Tech group opposes AI proposal
SB 482 would encompass a range of digital tools, such as customer service chat functions.
Mounting pressures usher in a new budget era
This is one in a series of five articles examining key debates that will unfold in the nation’s statehouses in 2026.
DeSantis sets April redistricting session
The administration also rescheduled a qualifying period for Florida congressional candidates.
