Florida's 2025 legislative session has wrapped up most of its business, with lawmakers passing and rejecting a range of bills on issues like state parks, child labor, and open carry laws.
While some high-profile legislation is headed to Governor Ron DeSantis' desk, the session is not fully complete, as lawmakers will return to Tallahassee to finalize the state budget. The session saw intense debate over several key topics, reflecting ongoing political divides in the state. The outcomes of these legislative decisions will have significant impacts on Florida residents.
The extended session underscores the complexity and contentiousness of this year's legislative agenda.
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10 big issues in 2025 Florida legislative session
Though they will have to return to Tallahassee to hammer out a budget, Florida lawmakers Friday night finished most of the business of the 2025 legislative session.
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State parks, child labor, open carry and more wins and losses in Florida's 2025 legislative session
Senate President Ben Albritton and House Speaker Daniel Perez announced an extended session with lawmakers slated to return to Tallahassee on May 12
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