Nine Bills Signed into Law

Today, Governor Rick Scott signed into law 9 bills from the 2016 legislative session. They are: SB 238         Medical Assistant Certification – This bill repeals a voluntary certification for medical assistants. SB 242         An Infectious Disease Elimination Pilot Program – This bill establishes a pilot program at the University of Miami to prevent the spread Read more about Nine Bills Signed into Law[…]

From the Capitol

The Capitol was busy early this year with the 2016 Legislative Session starting on January 12th.  Legislation passed in 2015 that directed the members to craft a budget and consider any proposals from January 12th – March 11th this year.  They will follow the same schedule in 2018. As a result, many legislators and staffers Read more about From the Capitol[…]

Laws Go Into Effect Today

27 laws signed by Governor Rick Scott will go into effect on October 1st. Here is a sampling: HB 115 requires a judge found misusing his or her position to perform 250 hours of community service and make restitution. HB 467 and HB 469 create public-records exemptions that protect the identity of human-trafficking victims and Read more about Laws Go Into Effect Today[…]

Bills that Passed

BILLS THAT PASSED   In this section, we review bills that passed both chambers and will be or have been sent to Governor Scott for his consideration.  The Governor will have three options:  (1) sign the legislation into law; (2) veto the legislation; or (3) allow the bills to become law without his signature. SPRING Read more about Bills that Passed[…]

Bills that Passed

BILLS THAT PASSED   In this section, we review bills that passed both chambers and will be or have been sent to Governor Scott for his consideration.  The Governor will have three options:  (1) sign the legislation into law; (2) veto the legislation; or (3) allow the bills to become law without his signature.   Read more about Bills that Passed[…]