800 bills
- View scoreHB313 · FL · 2025
Toll Exemptions for Purple Heart Medal Recipients
This bill proposes toll exemptions for drivers in Florida who display a Purple Heart license plate on their vehicle. It amends existing toll payment laws to include these recipients among those exempt from paying tolls. The bill allows both regular vehicles and motorcycles with Purple Heart plates to travel toll-free, starting July 1, 2025.
Florida Legislative Session 19 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB317 · FL · 2025
Complaints Against Law Enforcement and Correctional Officers
This bill concerns complaints against law enforcement and correctional officers in Florida. It requires complaints to be signed under oath, prohibits personnel action without the officer receiving a copy, and ensures that non-disciplinary investigation records don't impact promotions or benefits. The bill also details penalties for false complaints and mandates disclosure of investigation details before interrogation.
Florida Legislative Session 19 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB35 · FL · 2025
Heat Illness Prevention
The Florida legislative bill mandates that employers in outdoor sectors like agriculture and construction implement safety programs to prevent heat illnesses. Requirements include providing 1 quart of water per hour for employees, access to shaded areas when temperatures exceed 80°F, and high-heat procedures at 90°F. Annual training is mandatory to educate on heat illness signs and prevention. These provisions aim to enhance worker safety.
Florida Committee Weeks 11 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB377 · FL · 2025
Health Insurance Coverage for Individuals with Developmental Disabilities
Florida's HB 377 aims to enhance health insurance coverage for individuals with developmental disabilities, including autism spectrum disorders. It revises definitions, incorporates amendments for Medicaid services, and mandates an annual report for progress. Services cover occupational, speech, and behavior therapies with financial caps. It emphasizes early diagnosis and high school support for affected individuals.
Florida Legislative Session 15 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB443 · FL · 2025
Charter Schools
The Charter Schools bill proposes amendments to the laws governing charter schools, including changes to enrollment capacities, facilities requirements, and governance. It aims to provide more flexibility to charter schools, revise criteria for background checks, and allow expansion and consolidation of high-performing charter schools. The bill also addresses taxation and the use of public property for charter schools' benefit.
Florida Legislative Session 26 April 2025Jun 2, 2025 - View scoreHB449 · FL · 2025
Optometry
The Optometry bill revises definitions and rules for optometrists, including licensure, examinations, and permissible procedures. It amends provisions for the prescription of ocular pharmaceutical agents and allows certain optometrists to perform specified procedures. Regulatory changes intend to improve the practice standards and ensure the safety and effectiveness of optometric care.
Florida Legislative Session 26 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB471 · FL · 2025
End of life Options
This bill provides a legislative framework for individuals meeting specific criteria to end their lives through prescribed medication. The bill requires that to qualify, an individual must be 18 or older, mentally competent, diagnosed with a terminal condition that is expected to result in death within six months, and a Florida resident. Critical to the process is confirmation by two physicians who agree on the diagnosis, prognosis, and the patient's mental capacity.
Florida Committee Weeks 8 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB491 · FL · 2025
Use of Artificial Intelligence to Detect Firearms
The bill prohibits the use of artificial intelligence to detect firearms in public areas. The bill establishes criminal penalties for violations, classifying them as a first-degree misdemeanor. Exceptions are made for schools and specified locations per Florida Statute 790.06(12). The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
Florida Legislative Session 19 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB513 · FL · 2025
Electronic Transmittal of Court Orders
This bill mandates clerks of the court to electronically transmit court orders within six hours of issuance. It includes ex parte orders for involuntary commitments and risk protection orders, ensuring that these orders are quickly delivered to the sheriff or law enforcement agencies for service. The aim is to enhance the speed and efficiency of legal processes related to involuntary examination and risk protection orders by leveraging electronic communication.
Florida Legislative Session 5 April 2025Apr 22, 2025 - View scoreHB53 · FL · 2025
Sales of Ammunition
This bill mandates background checks for ammunition sales, limits transaction types, and highlights mental health records' impact on firearm rights, with measures for data protection and compliance.
Florida Committee Weeks 18 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB549 · FL · 2025
Gulf of America
The Gulf of America bill requires Florida's state agencies, school boards, and charter schools to update geographic materials and instructional content to reflect the federal change of the 'Gulf of Mexico' to the 'Gulf of America.' The mandate starts on July 1, 2025, focusing on updating maps, educational materials, and libraries to comply with this new designation.
Florida Legislative Session 5 April 2025Apr 17, 2025 - View scoreHB57 · FL · 2025
Offenses Involving Xylazine
This bill imposes strict penalties on individuals who engage in the sale, manufacture, delivery, or possession with the intent to sell, manufacture, or deliver xylazine. This aligns xylazine with other high-risk drugs like fentanyl and its analogs, ensuring that individuals handling such substances face severe legal consequences.
Florida Committee Weeks 18 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB59 · FL · 2025
Compensation of Victims of Wrongful Incarceration
This bill revises compensation laws for wrongful incarceration by removing disqualifications for those with violent felony records, expanding eligibility significantly. The bill provides $50,000 per year for wrongful imprisonment and educational benefits. It also requires offsets for previous settlements or judgments, mandates annuity payment to prevent liquidation, and ensures expungement fee waivers.
Florida Committee Weeks 11 Jan 2025Apr 29, 2025 - View scoreHB6011 · FL · 2025
International Health Organization Policies
This bill prevents governmental and educational institutions from adopting or enforcing international health organization's policies unless authorized by state law or executive order from the Governor.
Florida Committee Weeks 8 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB6013 · FL · 2025
Bump fire stocks
This bill proposes the repeal of Section 790.222 of the Florida Statutes which currently prohibits the possession or sale of bump-fire stocks. Bump-fire stocks are accessories that can be attached to semi-automatic rifles to enable them to fire more rapidly, mimicking the firing speed of fully automatic firearms.
Florida Committee Weeks 8 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB61 · FL · 2025
Use of Campaign Funds for Child Care Expenses
This bill allows Florida candidates to use campaign funds for child care linked to campaign activities. It mandates record-keeping for 3 years and reporting of such expenses in finance reports, effective July 1, 2025.
Florida Committee Weeks 18 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB655 · FL · 2025
Pet Insurance and Wellness Programs
The bill amends Florida's property insurance laws to include pet insurance. It outlines requirements for pet insurers, including necessary disclosures, conditions for refunds, and policy exclusions. The bill prohibits unfair competition practices in pet wellness programs and sets standards for pet insurance marketing and sales, ensuring transparency and consumer protection.
Florida Legislative Session 30 March 2025Apr 22, 2025 - View scoreHB699 · FL · 2025
Noncriminal Traffic Infractions Causing Vehicle Crashes
The bill proposes changes to Florida's traffic laws, increasing penalties for noncriminal traffic infractions that lead to vehicle crashes. It mandates hearings for certain infractions and increases fines, suspends licenses for repeat offenders, with funds directed to the Department of Health Emergency Medical Services Trust Fund for trauma centers. The bill is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.
Florida Legislative Session 23 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB7027 · FL · 2025
Hemp Consumable THC Products
The Hemp Consumable THC Products bill regulates the sale and distribution of THC products derived from hemp in Florida. It amends existing laws to define products, set packaging and labeling standards, and establish sales restrictions. The bill prohibits sales near schools and requires independent lab testing for product safety. It allows Department of Agriculture oversight, creating penalties for violations.
Florida Legislative Session 26 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB7031 · FL · 2025
Taxation
This bill modifies Florida’s tax code. It makes sweeping cuts to certain taxes and modifies how this money can be spent. It reduces state revenues. The bill reduces overall revenue by about $1.29 billion, with approximately $1.25 billion in recurring cuts and $35.4 million in one-time cuts. This bill does not make any changes to property tax rates.
Florida Legislative Session 16 June 2025Jul 3, 2025 - View scoreHB711 · FL · 2025
Spectrum Alert
The bill establishes the Spectrum Alert system for children with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) in Florida. It mandates the Department of Law Enforcement, alongside other departments, to create a training program and alert system to swiftly locate missing children with ASD. The bill focuses on immediate information dissemination and enhances emergency response training to understand ASD-specific behaviors and needs.
Florida Committee Weeks 22 Feb 2025Jun 6, 2025 - View scoreHB747 · FL · 2025
Doula Services in Maternal Health Initiatives
HB 747 establishes a pilot program to improve birth outcomes in Broward, Miami-Dade, and Palm Beach counties. It focuses on integrating doula services for expectant mothers, especially targeting those who are uninsured or on Medicaid. The program aims to decrease preterm births and cesarean deliveries, providing continuous support through pregnancy, labor, and postpartum. The Department of Health will oversee the program, collaborating with local health providers and organizations.
Florida Committee Weeks 22 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB75 · FL · 2025
Display of Flags by Governmental Entities
This bill prohibits governmental entities from erecting or displaying flags that represent political viewpoints. This includes flags representing political parties, racial groups, sexual orientations, genders, or political ideologies.
Florida Committee Weeks 25 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB791 · FL · 2025
Surrendered Infants
This bill outlines procedures and policies for safely surrendering infants to prevent harm and ensure their care. It establishes legal protections for parents who voluntarily surrender their newborns under specific guidelines. The goal is to provide a safe alternative for parents unable to care for their infants, minimizing potential risks to the children and legal consequences for the parents.
Florida Legislative Session 5 April 2025May 1, 2025 - View scoreHB81 · FL · 2025
Designation of the State Birds
This bill would designate the American flamingo as the state bird and the Florida scrub-jay as the state songbird, replacing the mockingbird. This takes effect on July 1, 2025.
Florida Committee Weeks 18 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB855 · FL · 2025
Postsecondary Education
This bill prohibits institutions within the Florida College System and state universities from accepting or admitting individuals who are undocumented for federal immigration purposes. This legislative action also updates existing admission policies by incorporating technical and conforming changes while setting an effective date for July 1, 2025.
Florida Committee Weeks 1 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB883 · FL · 2025
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse Autonomous Practice
This bill allows certain advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) in Florida to practice autonomously, especially in primary care, mental health, and midwifery, without physician supervision. APRNs can admit, manage, and discharge patients in health care facilities unless prohibited by federal law, and perform tasks legally required of physicians, except certain physician certifications.
Florida Legislative Session 5 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreHB913 · FL · 2025
Condominium Associations
This bill proposes changes in how condominium associations manage their properties. It focuses on governance, financial transparency, and protections for unit owners. Key measures include clearer reporting guidelines for associations, enhanced rights for owners to access records, and standardized voting processes. The goal is to ensure fair operations and accountability in condominium communities.
Florida Legislative Session 26 April 2025Jun 24, 2025 - View scoreHB991 · FL · 2025
Community Redevelopment Agencies
The bill proposes to terminate community redevelopment agencies by a specified date unless approved by the local governing body. It restricts these agencies from starting new projects or incurring new debt after October 1, 2025. It also prohibits the creation of new community redevelopment agencies after July 1, 2025, while allowing existing ones to continue if approved. The bill addresses the handling of outstanding bonds by these agencies.
Florida Legislative Session 12 April 2025Apr 25, 2025 - View scoreSB1118 · FL · 2025
Land Use and Development Regulations
The bill focuses on land use and development regulations, requiring local governments to set minimum lot sizes in certain zoning districts to maximize density. It also stipulates administrative approval for infill residential projects matching current standards without extra hearings, and details comprehensive plan amendments must be adopted by supermajority vote, with an emphasis on legal recourse for property owners in land use conflicts.
Florida Legislative Session 23 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB118 · FL · 2025
Regulation of Presidential Libraries
This bill preempts regulatory authority over presidential libraries to the state and federal governments, prohibiting local regulations. It defines "presidential library" per federal standards, effective immediately.
Florida Committee Weeks 11 Jan 2025Jun 24, 2025 - View scoreSB134 · FL · 2025
Sales Tax Exemption of Bullion
Senate Bill 134 aims to exempt sales tax on gold, silver, and platinum bullion in Florida. The exemption is applicable for sales exceeding $500 and requires appropriate documentation by dealers. This act is set to be effective from July 1, 2025, potentially encouraging investment in bullion and providing economic benefits by making precious metals more accessible.
Florida Committee Weeks 1 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB1730 · FL · 2025
Affordable Housing
The bill aims to increase housing options by allowing multifamily and mixed-use developments in more areas. It prevents local governments from imposing excessive regulations and limits development restrictions, like height and parking. The bill also encourages cooperation from municipalities for quicker approvals and supports creating affordable housing for key workers like healthcare employees and government staff.
Florida Legislative Session 19 April 2025Jun 24, 2025 - View scoreSB1822 · FL · 2025
Regulation of Auxiliary Containers
The bill alters the regulation of auxiliary containers, which include bags, cups, bottles, and similar packaging. It redefines “auxiliary container,” preempts local regulation in favor of state control, and mandates updates to existing environmental reports. This law aims at maintaining consistency in materials regulation and solid waste management across Florida, taking effect on July 1, 2025.
Florida Legislative Session 23 March 2025Apr 29, 2025 - View scoreSB2502 · FL · 2025
Implementing the 2025-2026 General Appropriations Act
This bill makes changes in statute for one year to allow the budget for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to be adopted, and includes new proviso language on a variety of topics.
Florida Legislative Session 16 June 2025Jul 3, 2025 - View scoreSB330 · FL · 2025
Residential Utility Disconnections
Florida Senate Bill 330 prohibits utility companies from disconnecting residential services due to nonpayment under certain conditions, such as extreme weather with high heat or low temperatures. It mandates the waiver of reconnection and late fees, requires advance notice in multiple languages, and outlines specific guidelines for utility disconnection policies. The bill aims to protect public safety and provide consumer relief during emergencies.
Florida Legislative Session 30 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB468 · FL · 2025
Fleeing or Attempting to Elude a Law Enforcement Officer
This bill revises legal penalties for various crimes, including drug trafficking, sexual offenses, and trafficking in controlled substances. The bill categorizes multiple crimes with details on punishable actions and introduces new offense severities and guidelines. Key changes emphasize stringent measures against trafficking, controlled substances, and sexual crimes, aiming to enforce more significant legal repercussions to curtail criminal activities.
Florida Committee Weeks 1 March 2025Apr 28, 2025 - View scoreSB50 · FL · 2025
Nature-based Methods for Improving Coastal Resilience
This bill aims to enhance coastal resilience by promoting nature-based methods such as restoring mangrove forests, oyster reefs, and living seawalls. It mandates the Florida Flood Hub for Applied Research to develop design standards and simulate models for green infrastructure. The Department of Environmental Protection will set rules and incentivize local communities to adopt eco-friendly projects, ensuring long-term protection against rising sea levels and natural disasters.
Florida Legislative Session 12 April 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB534 · FL · 2025
Animal Cruelty
This bill outlines penalties for various forms of animal cruelty, including confining animals in vehicles under extreme temperatures, which constitutes a felony. It also classifies aggravated animal cruelty as a third-degree felony, with increased fines and mandatory counseling or imprisonment for repeat offenders. The bill protects veterinarians involved in cruelty investigations from legal liability.
Florida Committee Weeks 8 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB550 · FL · 2025
Investments of Public Funds in Bitcoin
This bill permits the Chief Financial Officer to invest up to 10% of specific funds into Bitcoin, viewing it as a hedge against inflation. The Bitcoin holdings must be secured in a manner compliant with specific safe custody guidelines, involving direct holdings, custodians, or exchange-traded products.
Florida Committee Weeks 8 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB56 · FL · 2025
Weather Modification Activities
This bill bans cloud seeding and chemtrail activities by prohibiting atmospheric alteration via chemicals.
Florida Committee Weeks 18 Jan 2025Jun 23, 2025 - View scoreSB62 · FL · 2025
Resilient Buildings
This bill introduces a tax credit program for resilient buildings with LEED certifications. It establishes an advisory council to guide policies on building resilience and hurricane preparedness.
Florida Committee Weeks 25 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB66 · FL · 2025
Firefighter Benefits
This bill expands firefighter cancer benefits to include conditions like acute myeloid leukemia, ensures treatment cost coverage, and provides retirement and death benefits for affected firefighters.
Florida Committee Weeks 18 Jan 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB670 · FL · 2025
Instructional Personnel and School Administrator Salaries
The 'Save Our Teachers Act' aims to increase the minimum salary for teachers and adjust salary levels based on experience and cost of living. The bill requires schools to develop and implement plans for salary distribution while addressing pay compression. It emphasizes fair compensation for teachers, considering local economic conditions, and promotes retention through incentives for experienced instructors.
Florida Committee Weeks 22 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB676 · FL · 2025
Minimum Wage Requirements
Florida Senate Bill 676 allows employers to not adhere to minimum wage requirements for employees in work-study, internship, and apprenticeship programs, provided those employees voluntarily opt out. This opt-out is facilitated through checking a box or signing a written acknowledgment. The bill takes effect on July 1, 2025, modifying existing minimum wage laws to increase flexibility for certain work-based learning situations.
Florida Legislative Session 15 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB7030 · FL · 2025
Educational Scholarship Programs
This bill makes significant changes to education choice and school funding programs including moving Family Empowerment Scholarships into the Florida Education Finance Program (FEFP), standardized scholarship program processes, and additional data reporting.
Florida Legislative Session 16 June 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB726 · FL · 2025
False Reporting
The False Reporting bill makes individuals who misuse emergency communication systems or submit false reports to law enforcement authorities liable for the costs of prosecution and investigation. If the false report causes injury or damage, they must pay restitution. This also affects the School Safety Awareness Program by encouraging accurate reporting and penalizing false tips.
Florida Legislative Session 26 April 2025Apr 23, 2025 - View scoreSB74 · FL · 2025
Universal Free School Breakfast and Lunch Program
This bill implements the education portions of the budget. It makes significant changes in several areas, including by expanding the schools of hope program.
Florida Legislative Session 16 June 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB746 · FL · 2025
Public Records Medical Examiners
The bill SB 746 focuses on protecting personal information of current and former public officials and their families. It updates the rules on public records, shielding the home addresses, phone numbers, birth dates, and photographs of these officials, as well as details about their spouses and children's schools. This measure aims to enhance privacy and security by reducing potential risks from private information disclosure.
Florida Legislative Session 15 March 2025Jun 16, 2025 - View scoreSB782 · FL · 2025
Illegitimate Court Counteraction Act
SB 782 is a Florida bill enhancing immigration law enforcement. It mandates the use of the E-Verify system by employers to ensure employment eligibility. Violations lead to severe penalties, including fines and license revocation. These fines support the Florida Highway Patrol Safety Operating Trust Fund. The bill empowers law enforcement to use E-Verify for detained persons and applies strict measures to prevent contracting with non-compliant businesses.
Florida Committee Weeks 22 Feb 2025Jun 16, 2025
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