In this episode: In a session that was supposed to focus on affordability, the Florida Legislature just sent Gov. Ron DeSantis a bill that would force some condo residents and business owners to pay higher prices for their property insurance. Plus: Lawmakers pass a bill that could block a new cruise port near the mouth of Tampa Bay. And the state House engages in some last-minute shenanigans on behalf of the car dealers lobby.
Senate Bill 1028 — Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
Passed the House of Representatives by an 88-19 vote and now goes to the governor sign or veto (vote sheet)
Senate Bill 302 — Coastal Resiliency
Passed the House of Representatives by a 109-0 vote and now goes to the governor to sign or veto (vote sheet)
Senate Bill 488 — Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles
Passed the House of Representatives by a 108-1 vote (vote sheet)
Senate Bill 1758 — Public Assistance
Passed the Senate by a 26-11 vote (vote sheet)
Senate Bill 1756 — Medical Freedom
Passed the Senate by a 23-15 vote (vote sheet)
The stories discussed in today’s show:
Affordability is Floridians’ top issue. Lawmakers aren’t addressing it.
FADA’s Ted Smith leads the fight to protect the franchise system nationwide
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