New Florida Laws Took Effect This Week: Here Are Five to Know
Several Florida laws went into effect this week after being signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis following the 2025 legislative session. Let's take a look at a few of them. READ MORE.
Governor Ron DeSantis: "When we said that the policies of the World Economic Forum are dead on arrival in Florida, we meant it."
Gubernatorial Candidate Paul Renner: "Floridians are struggling with rising costs, and we cannot fail to deliver real relief. That means substantially reducing property taxes, creating special protections for seniors and first-time home buyers facing soaring property values, and putting guardrails on local governments so they can't pile on new sales taxes or hidden fees. Our families need and deserve a Florida that is affordable."
Florida GOP Chair Evan Power: "Good morning! Your @FloridaGOP voter registration advantage now stands at 1,384,480."
Rep. Jared Moskowitz: "Florida's workers don't get paid for not doing their jobs, so why should members of Congress? If the government isn't open, members shouldn't be paid. As long as the government is shutdown I will be foregoing my paycheck. Let's find a bipartisan solution and reopen for the American people."
New Florida Laws Took Effect This Week: Here Are Five to Know — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Several Florida laws went into effect this week after being signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis following the 2025 legislative session. Let's take a look at a few of them.
Florida Gets Reimbursement From Trump Administration for Alligator Alcatraz — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — The state of Florida has reportedly been reimbursed over $600 million by the Trump administration for the construction of "Alligator Alcatraz," the state's illegal alien detention center located in the Everglades.
DeSantis Dedicates Trail in Honor of Hulk Hogan — By The Floridian's Michael Costeines — Gov. Ron DeSantis announced the dedication of the Hulk Hogan Trail, a portion of Clearwater's popular recreational path, in honor of the late Wrestling icon who called the area home before he tragically passed away in July.
Mike Haridopolos Says Overseas Spending a Likely Target of Vought's Shutdown Cuts — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — Representative Mike Haridopolos (R-FL) discussed President Donald Trump's plans to reduce the size of government during the shutdown in a recent appearance on Fox and Friends First, suggesting that overseas funding is most likely to be targeted.
Darren Soto Calls for Negotiation Over ‘GOP Healthcare Crisis’ — By The Floridian's Adrian Morgade — Florida Congressman Darren Soto (D) slammed the GOP on social media, attributing the government shutdown to the “GOP Healthcare Crisis.”
Aaron Bean's Bill Keeps FAA Personnel Paid During Government Shutdown — By The Floridian's Grayson Bakich — Representative Aaron Bean (R-FL) is introducing legislation to protect the salaries of critical air traffic controllers and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) personnel during government shutdowns.
Florida Counties Brace for Tightened FEMA Budget Windows — By The Floridian's Megan O'Neill — TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —New federal rules from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) could affect hurricane preparedness projects. The state, which has faced $110 billion in storm damages since 2020, is already facing stretched budgets.
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