Florida Legislature 2016

Continuing to consider how many nurseries should take part in the industry, a House panel Monday approved a bill that would allow patients with terminal...

One Florida lawmaker's effort to provide clear guidance for end-of-life care turned into a conversation on death, and euthanasia. Republican Senator...

Legislation on the move in the Florida Legislature could ban the use of red-light cameras and the millions in revenue they generate for local…

Florida’s governor would be able to use military force to keep out immigrants or refugees from certain parts of the world under a bill passed by a House…

After a passionate debate, a House panel on Tuesday approved a wide-ranging bill that would place more regulations on abortion clinics and address...

Less than a week after the Florida House passed a bill dealing with the statewide regulation of app-based ride sharing services, a subcommittee Monday…

Leaders in Tampa Bay's tourism industry said they're concerned about a legislative proposal to designate part of the local bed tax for police services.…

A Florida House panel has approved a measure that would let consumers purchase health insurance across state lines. But not everyone is on board with t...

As lawmakers grapple with healthcare costs, they’re taking another look at rules governing where health care centers can be built. Those rules are call...

Lawmakers are pushing a measure encouraging the use of abuse-resistant opioids.

High school athletics in Florida could be in for seismic changes as legislation dealing with the Florida High School Athletic Association is rapidly…

Property taxes for homeowners and businesses could be heading to a ballot near you. The Republican-led legislature is looking to tighten the state’s...