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Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday that will require staff of traditional and charter public schools serving kindergarten through eighth grade to be ready and able to administer EpiPens to students going through an allergic reaction before, after, and during school hours. Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith (D-Orlando) sponsored the bill (SB 1514). Rep. Rita […]
TALLAHASSEE—In a shock announcement hinting at a gubernatorial run, Sen. Jason Pizzo revealed Thursday that he will leave his post as Democratic Leader and become an Independent. Pizzo, already rumored to be toying with a gubernatorial run in 2026, blindsided his 10 Democrat colleagues with a 4-minute speech after Thursday's floor session, where he declared […]
TALLAHASSEE—Florida teens could work night shifts and eight hours without a meal break, according to a controversial child labor bill that passed its first Senate committee on Tuesday. Filed by Republican Sen. Jay Collins, SB 918 continues the Republican-led Legislature’s efforts from last year to loosen child labor laws. This comes after Gov. Ron DeSantis […]
A bill was filed in the Florida Senate that would prohibit elected or appointed officials from using their power to influence or intimidate a broadcaster to air or refrain from airing certain political advertisements. Sen. Carlos Guillermo Smith (D-Orlando) filed the bill on Wednesday. Under SB 852, an elected official may not use their position […]
Among the numerous issues that Republicans address, in-state tuition for migrant children is one of them, and both state Senators Carlos Guillermo Smith (D) and Randy Fine (R) sparred over the issue this week.
Florida Democrats are furious at "BIG MAD" Governor Ron DeSantis (R), arguing that his call for a special session is as authoritarian as it gets.
The victory march does raise questions about political realignment and the future of politicians who switch parties after elections.
State Senator Carlos Guillermo Smith (D) is making it a top priority to restore funding for the arts.
Some Republicans could back the ban before Senator Fine leaves off, but Florida Democrats are rallying against the flag banning effort.
Rep. Eskamani was previously speculated to run for the Florida governorship, but she has confirmed that she's setting her sights on leading Orlando.
Newly elected state Senator Carlos G. Smith (D) backs President Biden now more than ever, arguing that the president is "delivering" on the important issues.
U.S. Senate hopeful and former House Representative Debbie Mucarsel-Powell (D-FL) poked fun at her political opponent Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) for his distrust of Chinese garlic. Since late 2023, Sen. Scott has been adamant in warning the American people about “sewage garlic” being sent to the United States from China that has been grown using […]
After a stint in the House, Carlos Guillermo Smith (D) has found a new home in the state senate.
Republicans are dominating election turnout in counties holding elections alongside presidential primary.
Former State Representative and State Senate candidate Carlos Guillermo Smith (D-FL) shared his frustration with a recent gun bill that was filed in the state’s upper chamber that loosens restrictions on "weapons of war." According to Smith, the bill HB 1124 – filed by State Senator Jonathan Martin (R-FL) – relaxes existing gun legislation by […]
Florida Rep. Carlos Guillermo Smith (D) is seeking a Florida senate seat.
Guillermo Smith took to social media to slam House Republicans for pursuing open carry in Florida.
Democrats have taken to social media, urging voters to cast their ballots as they have not received significant support in early voting.