Florida Legislature

The state House gave final approval to a bill that would bolster self-defense arguments for people who kill bears on their property.

Florida school districts could soon be authorized to allow volunteer chaplains to provide services to students.

Environmental groups argue that Florida's request for a stay would “create confusion and perpetuate violations” of the Endangered Species Act.

The Florida Senate rolled out a tax package that includes sales-tax “holidays” and modest discounts on property-insurance policies.

Gov. Ron DeSantis appointed Tina Descovich to the Florida ethics commission last year. The position requires Senate confirmation.

The Florida House passed a bill that includes seeking to limit school library book objections from people who don’t have children in schools.

A home-hardening grant program designed to help reduce property-insurance costs could get another $200 million from the state.

A tech-industry group Thursday quickly urged Gov. Ron DeSantis to veto a bill that seeks to prevent children off social media platforms.

Sen. Tracie Davis, D-Jacksonville, is slated to become the Florida Senate Democratic leader after the 2026 elections.

After Hurricane Ian, Florida handed out millions of dollars in “expedited” grants to organizations with political ties to Ron DeSantis.

The Florida House on Wednesday gave final approval to a revised bill that seeks to keep children off social media platforms.

A bill to outlaw intoxicating hemp-based products is ready to go to Gov. Ron DeSantis, after the Florida House and Senate passed it.