July 1st marks the day many bills signed into law by Governor Rick Scott go into effect. In addition to the 2018-19 budget and tax package, here is a sampling of new laws: EDUCATION ( HB 7055): Expands the use of voucher-like scholarships to send more public-school students to private schools; allows students who face Read more about New Laws Go Into Effect Sunday[…]
TAX PACKAGE A comprehensive package providing $168.6 million in tax relief passed both chambers during the extended session. Included in this legislation are: sales tax holidays for disaster preparedness and back-to-school purchases; tax breaks for farmers and homeowners who experienced property damage during the 2017 hurricane season; a tax exemption for personal hygiene products; reduced Read more about Legislative Issues[…]
DAYLIGHT SAVINGS We all groan twice a year when our clocks move forward or backward. Bills have been introduced in both chambers that would require Florida to observe Daylight Savings year-round. MEDICAL MARIJUANA Senator Brandes, a supporter of medical marijuana use, has filed a bill which would replace the 2014 Compassionate Use Act. His bill Read more about Legislative Issues[…]