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Florida’s new Legislative Districts head to Supreme Court
Democrats in both chambers have said they expect the maps to be challenged regardless of the findings of the state Supreme Court.
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DeSantis wants to know if its legal to drastically alter historically Black Florida district
“Ron DeSantis’ effort to disenfranchise every minority voter north of Orlando is an act that will not go without a fight.”
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Florida’s plan to recruit out-of-state cops with $5,000 moves forward
“This bill is a small sacrifice to show our appreciation,” Leek said.
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Florida lawmakers advance bill to keep churches open during pandemics
“It is born out of the pandemic, but not,” sponsor Jason Brodeur, R-Sanford, said when asked if the measure applies only to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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With full legalization a longshot, Florida Dems aim to decriminalize small amounts of marijuana
House Minority Leader Evan Jenne described what he called an “uphill battle” on the issue.
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Florida teachers, cops and military may get a bigger tax break under new proposal
Local governments raised concerns about carving tax breaks out of city and county money.
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Florida lawmakers seek ‘minimum’ inspections following Surfside condo collapse
The proposed changes would increase costs that owners and associations would face for inspections and potential restoration work.
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Florida lawmakers want to spend $400 million in federal funds for rural broadband
Florida TaxWatch released a report that estimated a half-million Floridians don’t have access to high-quality internet.
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Florida Republicans advance bill that allows businesses to sue cities if local ordinances impact revenue
“It’s chilling effect will only embolden bad actors.”
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Florida Senate set to approve redistricting plan that doesn’t follow DeSantis’ proposal
The final Senate and House maps will go to the attorney general and Florida Supreme Court.
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After Florida voters legalized medical marijuana and raised minimum wage, lawmakers look to rein in ballot initiatives
“A major constitutional right is being eliminated (under the proposal). Why?”
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Despite zero evidence that it’s an issue, Florida moves ahead with plan to force sporting events to play national anthem
“In this instance, I think it kind of borders on government overreach.”
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Florida Republicans file bill to keep churches open during pandemics
“Basically, if Target and Publix are open, so too should be the religious institution.”
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Florida GOP wants to give DeSantis a $1 billion emergency fund that he could use at his discretion
“You’re spending a billion dollars of your constituents’ money. We don’t know where it’s going or what it’s for.”
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Florida senators back $2 million incentives for entertainment industry
“We have films being produced around the country that make you believe that they’re coming out of Florida, when they’re not.”
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Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis downplays anniversary of Jan. 6 Capitol riot, says media coverage is ‘nauseating’
Of the more than 700 people who have been arrested in the assault on the Capitol, 76 are from Florida.
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Despite skyrocketing COVID cases, Florida tourism officials predict ‘bright’ future
Almost 90 percent of visitors in 2021 had come from other states.
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‘The eyes of the world are on us’: Florida officials look to prevent another year of record manatee deaths
The number of deaths this year is estimated to be about one-sixth of the population of manatees in the waters of the southeastern United States and Puerto Rico.
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Florida Republicans file bill to shield churches from state emergency orders
Brodeur’s proposal would prohibit emergency orders restricting religious institutions from holding services or activities.
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‘Terribly drawn,’ ‘just lazy’: New Florida House maps get mixed reviews
The anti-gerrymandering group RepresentUs, working with the Princeton Gerrymandering Project, gave “F” grades to the House’s proposal congressional maps, indicating “poor for the category, could be much better.”
