The legislative session starts March 7, so this week on Florida Matters, we’re discussing changes that could be made to Florida laws and how it could affect you.
Host Matthew Peddie talks with journalists Mitch Perry and Lynn Hatter to discuss new legislation.
ALSO READ: Lynn Hatter breaks down the top issues of the legislative session
Some of the biggest issues up for debate include new rules on carrying concealed weapons, affordable housing, sweeping changes to education, and raising the bar for getting constitutional amendments passed.
Here's Hatter talking about a "sleeper" bill that she says is getting support from both Florida Democrats and Republicans:
And here's Perry and Hatter discussong the possibilities of a bill targeting abortion during this session, despite Gov. Ron DeSantis' silence on the issue:
Peddie also talked via Zoom with Linda Chaney, the state representative for Florida’s 61st district in southeastern Pinellas County, about her priorities for the upcoming session.
Chaney’s a Republican from St. Pete Beach. This is her second term. Chaney says she’s focused on balancing the need to protect the environment — and the needs of business.
In the clip below, Chaney talks in detail about beach renourishment, and another piece of legislation she’s sponsoring, focused on paid family leave.
Join us next Tuesday morning at 10 for live special coverage of DeSantis’ State of the State address.
Ahead of DeSantis’s speech, we want to hear your take on the state of Florida. What’s working and what needs to change? Let us know what your priorities are and what you want your elected representatives to focus on this legislative session.
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