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Florida Senate is ready to take up a 6-week abortion limit

The Florida Senate on Thursday will take up a proposal that would prevent abortions after six weeks of pregnancy.

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March 24th, 2023

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Bill to lower the age to purchase a rifle advances in the Florida House

The Florida House Judiciary Committee advanced a bill that would lower the legal age to purchase a rifle or long gun from 21 to 18.

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Florida House set to pass permitless carry of concealed weapons

A proposal to allow people to carry guns in Florida without state concealed-weapons licenses is poised to pass the House on Friday.

March 23rd, 2023

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Senate-approved bill will require universities to feature “opposing viewpoints” at campus events

A senate committee approved a proposal on Wednesday that would establish more requirements for university-sponsored speakers and events.

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Listen: Update: On Thursday evening after this story aired St. Pete City Council passed the housing-density increase. The St Petersburg city council will vote on a measure to increase housing density in the city, however, local housing advocacy groups have very different reactions. The St Petersburg City council is set to vote on loosening zoning… Read more »

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Adult performance legislation Yesterday, a state Senate panel gave initial approval to a bill that would allow the state to revoke licenses of businesses that admit children to “adult” live performances. It comes amid a crackdown by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration on drag-show performances. The Republican-dominated Judiciary Committee voted eight to three to advance the… Read more »

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March 22nd, 2023

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Proposal to pay baseball players less than minimum wage narrowly advances in Florida Senate

A new bill might make it legal for Minor League Baseball players in Florida to be paid less than minimum wage.

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