Saturday, July 5, 2025 9:03 PM
From billion-dollar federal bills to barbed-wire detention centers in the Everglades, this week’s news reveals a dangerous pattern: tactics and policies that echo those tested in Florida are now surfacing nationwide. Inside: the “Big Beautiful Bill,” DeSantis’s $576M veto spree, and the disturbing rise of Alligator Alcatraz.
Read the full post for the deeper story — and why it matters now more than ever.
Monday, June 16, 2025 9:40 PM
Florida’s 2025 legislative session is winding down, and the consequences of this year’s agenda are starting to come into focus. This month, I’m releasing our first-ever Duval Legislative Report Card, tracking how local lawmakers voted on twelve of the session’s most troubling bills. We’re also bracing for the impact of HB 1205, a new law that adds serious barriers to citizen petition efforts starting July 1. Meanwhile, the growing Hope Florida scandal continues to raise red flags, and we’re actively collecting stories from those affected. The state budget is still awaiting the governor’s signature — and once it’s finalized, I’ll be digging into what made the cut, what didn’t, and what got buried in the fine print.
Monday, June 2, 2025 2:09 PM
From May 2 to June 2, 2025, Florida saw a wave of new laws signed by Governor DeSantis—some drawing praise, others raising alarms. Key education bills weakened oversight of charter schools and restructured teacher training, while bills addressing breast cancer screenings, autism services, and school allergy safety were signed with bipartisan support. Meanwhile, the promised investigation into Florida’s property insurance crisis quietly disappeared, despite a looming above-average hurricane season and soaring premiums. The HOPE Florida Foundation scandal deepened, university president appointments sparked protests, and a new law cracking down on citizen ballot initiatives is already facing major legal challenges. With the state budget still lacking transparency and Tallahassee bracing for summer storms—both literal and political—Floridians are left with more questions than answers.
Sunday, May 4, 2025 11:44 PM
Check out my recap of the 2025 Florida Legislative Session — a quick look at which bills from my "Dirty Dozen" passed and which ones didn't. I've also included a bonus list of other bad bills that failed, a few truly harmful ones that made it through, and even some promising legislation we hope the governor will sign into law. Stay tuned for a deeper dive into the session’s outcomes and a full budget recap once it's finalized.
Thursday, April 24, 2025 9:24 PM
With just one week left in Florida's 2025 legislative session, lawmakers are fast-tracking a wave of harmful bills that threaten our public schools, reproductive rights, worker protections, voting access, and more. I’ve put together a guide to twelve of the worst — what I’m calling this year’s “Dirty Dozen” — along with how you can speak out before the clock runs out. Every call and email counts. Let’s make some noise.
Monday, April 14, 2025 11:35 AM
Latest from Tallahassee and What’s Going on With the “Hope Florida” Charity and Medicaid Money? Let’s Break It Down.
Sunday, April 6, 2025 10:00 PM
We’re at the halfway point of Florida’s 2025 Legislative Session, and the window for change is narrowing. If bills aren’t gaining traction in both chambers now, their chances of becoming law are dwindling. This week, I was on the front lines in Tallahassee, testifying against several dangerous bills. Here’s an in-depth look at what’s at stake.
Thursday, March 20, 2025 10:01 PM
Florida's 2025 legislative session is well underway, and bills are moving that threaten to undermine the 2020 voter-approved minimum wage increase and jeopardize access to essential healthcare services.
Sunday, March 16, 2025 12:03 PM
This week in Tallahassee, several legislative developments have unfolded, impacting environmental regulations, citizen-led constitutional amendments, and insurance transparency. These issues are of particular significance to residents of District 16.
Thursday, March 13, 2025 3:49 PM
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Sunday, March 9, 2025 2:51 PM
Read to get the fuller fuller scoop. Opening week of the FL Legislature included a push for repealing gun control measures and some bills of concern moving through committees including Citizen Led Ballot Initiatives, Gender Identity Employment Practices, Parental Rights, Education - Relaxing Requirements around Charter School Conversions.
Monday, March 3, 2025 2:26 PM
Here's how to find your state lawmakers and their contact information. Now is the time to stay informed and engaged.
Saturday, March 1, 2025 2:23 PM
Read the latest from Tallahassee including the attack on citizen lead ballot initiatives; Florida's Property Tax gamble; and FLOGE - our state's newly launched DOGE.
Sunday, February 23, 2025 2:18 PM
With 983 bills filed so far, it's a busy time in Florida's Capitol. Read about some of the recent activity.
Friday, February 14, 2025 4:45 PM
Read about Florida's Immigration Bills, the State Park Preservation Act, and Culture Wars diverting attention from critical issues. Plus, additional actions from the FL Legislature.
