The legislative branch exerted itself as a coequal branch of government this year, though not one without its own internal ...

Florida’s legislative session is now expected to run longer than planned due to stalled budget negotiations. That standoff has led to fiery exchanges between the House and Senate leaders. On the floor ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WFLA) — The state’s legislative session stretched 45 days past its 60-day original deadline, making it one of the longest in history. Political standoffs between the governor and ...

TALLAHASSEE — They had one job. The Florida Legislature had 60 days to pass a balanced budget – the only job the state constitution requires of them. And they couldn’t do it. The combative tone among ...

Florida lawmakers will be back in Tallahassee for an extended legislative session to finalize the state budget, facing disagreements on tax cuts and spending priorities. Key differences remain on ...

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