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Gov. DeSantis signs 3 new laws aimed at supporting veterans, families

1 day ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla. — Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed three new bills into law Thursday aimed at strengthening support for military veterans and their families. “On D-Day and every day, Florida honors those who served our country in uniform,” DeSantis said in a statement. “I was proud to support three bills today to further our commitment to veterans.
Ex-Republican David Jolly running for Florida governor as Democrat

2 days ago | firstcoastnews.com | Aaron Parseghian

Florida The former Republican, now registered Democrat Jolly announced his bid Thursday morning, saying it’s time for change in the Sunshine State. Author: Aaron Parseghian Published: 4:00 AM EDT June 5, 2025 Updated: 8:38 AM EDT June 5, 2025 TAMPA, Fla. — Former Republican Congressman David Jolly, now a registered Democrat, is running for governor of Florida in 2026. Jolly officially announced his bid Thursday morning, saying it’s time for change in the Sunshine State.
Ex-Republican David Jolly running for Florida governor as Democrat

2 days ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

TAMPA, Fla. — Former Republican Congressman David Jolly, now a registered Democrat, is running for governor of Florida in 2026. Jolly officially announced his bid Thursday morning, saying it’s time for change in the Sunshine State. “I believe we're in the midst of a historic affordability crisis that is reducing the access to housing for Floridians across the state, regardless of the community they live in, regardless of their walk of life and regardless of their voter registration.
Florida lawmakers resume budget talks following month-long impasse

3 days ago | firstcoastnews.com | Aaron Parseghian

Politics Florida lawmakers have returned to the Capitol and resumed budget negotiations after a weeks-long stalemate that put a potential government shutdown in purview. Author: Aaron Parseghian Published: 6:06 PM EDT June 3, 2025 Updated: 6:31 AM EDT June 4, 2025 TALLAHASSEE, Fla.
Florida lawmakers resume budget talks following month-long impasse

3 days ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — After a month of uncertainty and stalled negotiations, Florida lawmakers returned to the Capitol on Tuesday, restarting budget talks with a goal of passing a spending plan in time to avoid an unprecedented state government shutdown. Legislative leaders in both chambers say they’re now on track to meet the constitutional deadline, with budget negotiations moving forward and formal conferences underway.
Florida lawmakers set to return as budget deal emerges, likely averting a shutdown

4 days ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — After weeks of gridlock and uncertainty, Florida legislative leaders have reached a breakthrough in state budget talks, setting the stage to avoid a government shutdown just weeks before the deadline. Senate President Ben Albritton (R-Alachua) confirmed in a memo Friday that House and Senate leaders have reached a framework agreement on a new state budget, with formal negotiations scheduled to begin Tuesday, June 3.
DeSantis promises tax holiday while urging hurricane preparedness

1 week ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

JUPITER, Fla. — With hurricane season set to begin June 1, Gov. Ron DeSantis is urging Floridians to prepare as the state ramps up its emergency readiness following a string of devastating storms during the 2024 season. Speaking at a preparedness event Friday at a Home Depot in Jupiter, DeSantis said the state has already replenished millions of emergency supplies and is ready to deploy resources across Florida should a major storm strike.
Families impacted by 'Free Kill' law react to DeSantis veto on repeal

1 week ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

TAMPA, Fla. — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said Thursday he will veto a bipartisan bill that would have repealed the state’s so-called “Free Kill” law, sparking dismay from families who have long pushed for changes to the decades-old statute that limits medical malpractice lawsuits.
Sen. Rick Scott urges hurricane preparations, dismisses concerns over FEMA readiness

1 week ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

CLEARWATER, Fla. — With the start of hurricane season just days away, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott (R-Florida) stopped in Clearwater on Wednesday to deliver a clear message — now is the time to prepare. He also dismissed concerns raised with the federal agency overseeing disaster response. Joined by emergency management officials and other local elected leaders, Scott emphasized the importance of Floridians getting ready ahead of a severe weather threat. “You got to get prepared, now.
'It's a necessity for me': Concerns raised in Florida over proposed SNAP cuts

1 week ago | wtsp.com | Aaron Parseghian

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — The sweeping federal spending proposal making its way through Congress — aimed at shepherding President Donald Trump’s top priorities — is also triggering concerns over proposed changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as food stamps, particularly in Florida where roughly 3 million residents rely on the program.