A federal court in Miami ruled last month that Florida can no longer charge out-of-state tuition to children of illegal immigrants if the students themselves are legal residents. The judge ruled that the practice conflicts with the equal protection clause in the U.S. Constitution, which says people in similar circumstances shall be treated comparably. The Read more about Issues of Interest[…]

The Florida Supreme Court has agreed to hear two cases relating to the legality of fines collected from motorists caught by red light cameras. These cases involve drivers who were ticketed prior to the Legislature authorizing their use. The City of Orlando is asking the court to reverse an appellate ruling that cites red light Read more about Legal Updates[…]

Incoming House Speaker Will Weatherford, R-Wesley Chapel, recently announced new members of his leadership team. Representative Marti Coley, R-Marianna, will be the new Speaker Pro-Tempore.

This past Tuesday, October 9th was the last day to register to vote in the general election scheduled for Tuesday, November 6th. The future direction of our country will be decided by your vote for local, state and national candidates and the proposed amendments to our State Constitution.  We will be releasing an election summary Read more about From the Capitol…[…]

Florida’s budget forecasts are looking better. Economists estimate that the State will have enough revenue to meet its FY 2012-2013 obligations and to contribute to a reserve fund. Slow State revenue growth is forecasted over the next two years, thanks in part to increasing tax collections and the previous year’s spending cuts. Governor Rick Scott Read more about Budget Briefs[…]