Dara Kam - News Service of Florida

THC-infused beverages can be sold in convenience stores, grocery stores and liquor stores. The drinks also are sold by retailers that specialize in hemp-derived products or can be purchased online

The Florida Department of Management Services oversees such as government leases, vehicles and state employees’ health insurance.

The Senate Ethics and Elections Committee voted 6-2 to approve a proposal that would put in the Florida Constitution eight-year term limits for county commissioners and school board members.

The 2023 law was part of a years-long effort by Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Republican-controlled Legislature to crack down on illegal immigration.

Robert DuBoise was imprisoned for decades before DNA evidence proved his innocence in a 1983 slaying. Some legislators are looking to change a law so others with similar circumstances can be compensated.

The House’s move to delve into the vetoes comes two weeks after the Legislature overrode a $57 million veto for “legislative support services” in the budget — the first time a veto was overridden.

A week after the Legislature snubbed his proposals, Gov. Ron DeSantis appeared to tamp down his dispute with GOP leaders, saying "we've had great discussions."

The governor plans to use his Florida Freedom Fund, which was key in defeating marijuana and abortion measures last year, to support strong conservative candidates against defiant legislators.

The six professors claim the restrictions violate educators’ and students’ speech rights. They say is has "left instructors and students fearful for the future of not only education, but also free thought and democracy in Florida.”

The revamped proposal from the Smart & Safe Florida committee seeks to address issues raised by Gov. Ron DeSantis, who led a drive to defeat last year’s constitutional measure.