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A new Florida law could block public funding for planned parenthood and increase inspection requirements for clinics. U.S. District Judge Robert Hinkle issued his ruling just hours before the law passed.
Read More »Florida’s Budget, New Laws Begin July 1
Starting Friday, clergy who don't want to marry same-sex couples will have state backing for their beliefs, high school students will have more choice over where they play sports or study, and local governments won't be able to regulate the use of Styrofoam containers. Those are among the 159 new laws that will go into effect in Florida on July 1. The laws range from the latest record-setting state budget to a public records exemption for taped, mixed-martial arts bouts.
Read More »Impact of Abortion Ruling on Florida Law Unclear
Florida abortion providers are breathing sighs of relief following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on Monday striking down a Texas law that would have greatly limited access to legal abortion in that state.
Read More »Florida’s Nursing Shortage Critical
Florida’s public university system is developing a program to address a shortage in nurses. The American Academy of Nursing has projected a shortfall extending through 2030.
Read More »‘Docs Versus Glocks’ Law Faces Key Court Test
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, June 20, 2016 – Five years after Florida lawmakers passed what became known as the “docs v. glocks” law, a full federal appeals court will hear arguments Tuesday in a constitutional dispute that pits physicians against gun-rights advocates. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, meeting in Atlanta, will …
Read More »New NE Florida Trauma Center Refuels Fight
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE — In another chapter in a long-running battle, a major Jacksonville hospital is challenging a decision by the Florida Department of Health to allow a rival hospital in Orange Park to open a trauma center. The challenge, filed by UF Health Jacksonville, was sent Wednesday to the …
Read More »Putnam: Orlando Gunman Cleared Background Checks
The gunman who carried out the Orlando massacre early Sunday in a gay nightclub passed all of the legally required background checks for his weapons,
Read More »New Pot Law Won’t Help Losing Nursery Get License
The law requires that any nursery that was the top scorer in a region must receive a license
Read More »Political Fight in Florida Over Zika Reaching Fever Pitch
As the number of reported cases in the Sunshine State rises, politicians are growing more concerned.
Read More »Workers Comp Rates Could Jump After Court Ruling
Workers-compensation insurance rates could go up an overall 17.1 percent, which should take effect August 1, according a proposal submitted by the National Council on Compensation Insurance.
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