2021 Florida Legislature

Even after losing a key leader, advocates wonder if lawmakers are ready to act.

A proposed task force would look at solar, renewable and sustainable energy, smart grid technology, energy storage, electric vehicles, and storm hardening for the electric system.

John Thrasher has long opposed the bill that would allow concealed weapons on Florida college and university campuses.

The holidays mark the birthdays of Confederate Gen. Robert E. Lee and Confederate President Jefferson Davis, along with a Confederate Memorial Day.

Senate President Wilton Simpson and House Speaker Chris Sprowls indicated support for legislation that would protect businesses from lawsuits related to disease.

New Senate President Wilton Simpson of Spring Hill gave remarks during the legislature’s organizational session Tuesday, giving a glimpse of how the Senate will look with him at the helm.

Tuesday’s first meeting of the Florida Legislature since March acted as a preview of what lawmakers can expect when they reconvene next year. Florida House Speaker Chris Sprowls of Palm Harbor focused on law enforcement.

On the eve of the Florida legislature’s organizational session, influential Republican Senator Manny Diaz talked about COVID-19 protocols, the 2020 election, and more. He’s also eyeing a key leadership position down the road.

The House and Senate will hold organizational meetings Tuesday to swear in newly elected legislators.

This week, incoming House speaker Chris Sprowls published a list of proposed rule changes for the chamber during his two-year term.

House Speaker Chris Sprowls sent a memo to House members that named a dozen leaders for the next two years and outlined changes such as creation of the Pandemics & Public Emergencies Committee.

Florida Republicans picked up open seats and successfully defended districts against Democratic challenges to maintain control of the state House.