12 New FL Laws Taking Effect On July 1

Several new laws are set to take effect Tuesday in Florida. Here are some of the more notable ones.

FL’s U.S. CENTCOM Played Key Role In Weekend Bombing Of Iranian Nuclear Sites: Reports

U.S. Central Command at MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa played oversaw the weekend attacks on 3 Iranian nuclear facilities, reports said.

‘We Will Kill You’: FL Officials Warn Of Arrests, Death If ‘No Kings’ Protests Turn Violent

FL officials and law enforcement threaten protesters with arrest and even death if Saturday’s “No Kings” rallies turn violent, reports said.

How The $1,000-Per-Baby ‘Trump Accounts’ Would Affect FL Parents

President Donald Trump touted the money as a "pro-family initiative" that will benefit millions of American families.

‘No Kings’ Protest To Be Held Saturday In FL: What To Know

Protesters will gather across FL, the U.S. on Saturday at “No Kings” rallies that coincide with a military parade for Trump's birthday.

DOGE Gets Access To Social Security Data: What FL Residents Should Know

Social Security Administration data includes a person's Social Security number, their place and birth date, citizenship status and more.

There's A New Legal Tender In FL As Law Is Signed

A new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis adds a legal tender in Florida.

CDC Changes COVID Vaccine Recommendations For These Floridians

Health Secretary RFK Jr. called the COVID vaccine changes "common sense" and "good science" during a Tuesday announcement.

‘No Tax On Tips’ Pledge Advances: What FL Workers Should Know

The “no taxes on tips” pledge is part of a tax cuts package crafted by the U.S. House. See potential Florida impacts.

Court Continues To Block FL's Drag-Show Ban As Likely Unconstitutional

A three-judge panel described Florida's law, purportedly aimed at protecting children from drag shows, as overly broad and vaguely written.

Cuts, Changes To Medicaid Proposed In New Bill: What To Know In FL

A House Republican bill proposing $880B in Medicaid cuts could mean 33,000 jobs lost and a $3B economic loss in FL, a report said.

'Gulf Of America' Act Passes House, Heads To Senate

The House passed a bill Thursday renaming the Gulf of Mexico to the Gulf of America. See how Florida reps voted on the controversial act.

Trump Executive Order To Impact 28 FL TV, Radio Stations

NPR and PBS stations in FL will no longer receive federal funding under an executive order signed by Trump to stop “biased, partisan news."

Cuban Mom Living In Tampa Separated From Husband, Child: Reports

A Tampa family seeks action from legislators after a Cuban mother was deported, separated from her husband and breastfeeding child.

5M Student Loan Borrowers Facing Mandatory Collections: See FL Impacts

About 5.3 million borrowers are in default on their federal student loans. In Florida, federal student loan debt totals $105.5 billion.

What FL Should Know As Trump, Congress Renew Daylight Saving Time Bill

"Very popular and, most importantly, no more changing of the clocks," President Trump said in support of year-round daylight saving time.

Trump Announces 90-Day Pause On Tariffs: FL Leaders React

Some Florida leaders support President Donald Trump in his latest measure, pausing tariffs for 90 days.

New Tariffs: These 10 Products May Get Pricier In FL

Footwear, iPhones, spices and items from cyber-retailers Shein and Temu could cost more in FL due to President Donald Trump's new tariffs.

New Trump Tariffs: What FL Residents Need To Know

President Donald Trump this week announced sweeping new tariffs. Here's how the action could affect Floridians.

Democrats Fail To Flip 2 House Seats: FL Election Results 2025

The GOP won 2 Florida special elections Tuesday to fill U.S. House seats; Jimmy Patronis and Randy Fine are headed to Congress.

Feds Cut $1B In Food Aid, Impacting FL Farmers, Food Banks

The federal budget cuts will reportedly impact a Florida food bank benefitting from a $65 million federal food assistance program.

Trump Signs Order Changing Election Rules: What That Means For FL

President Donald Trump on Tuesday signed a sweeping executive order overhauling U.S. elections. See how the order affects Floridians.

Trump To Sign Order Closing Dept. Of Education: See FL Impacts

Here's how FL residents could be affected by the closure of the Department of Education, which President Donald Trump has deemed wasteful.

Trump Proposal To Eliminate Federal Taxes At 150K: What It Means In FL

More than 76 percent of Americans earn less than $150,000 annually, according to the latest figures. Here's what that means for Florida.

$61M In Unclaimed Tax Refunds Await Thousands Of Floridians

Taxpayers usually have three years to file and claim their tax refunds. The latest deadline is fast approaching for Florida filers.

Tariffs Proposed On Some Wine, Alcohol Products: What To Know In FL

President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on wine and other alcoholic products in an escalating trade war. See what to know in Florida.

Here's How FL's Tax Burden Compares To Other States

As tax season continues, a new WalletHub study examines how much Floridians are shelling out compared to the rest of the country.

Trump Preps Order To Close Dept. Of Education: See FL Impacts

An administration official reportedly said the order could be signed as early as Thursday. Here is what to know in Florida.

These FL Federal Buildings Could Be 'Designated For Disposal'

The initial list had included some of the country's most recognizable buildings, along with courthouses.

Tampa’s Financial Health Strengthens, Earning a “B” Grade

New report by Truth in Accounting analyzes Tampa's financial report

New Tariffs Take Effect: What That Could Mean For FL Consumers

At least one FL congressional leader has voiced her support for the U.S. tariffs on products imported from Mexico and Canada. Find out who.

House Budget Bill Could Slash Medicaid: How FL Reps Voted

The budget resolution was a step toward delivering President Trump’s “big, beautiful bill”​​ with trillions in spending cuts and tax breaks.

FL DOGE Task Force To Cut Waste, Government Spending: DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis is launching a FL DOGE Task Force, a version of Elon Musk’s federal agency, to audit universities and state spending.

Target Defrauded Investors Over DEI Programs, FL Lawsuit Claims

Target's "disastrous" 2023 LGBT-Pride campaign cost shareholders $25 billion in value, claims a state of FL lawsuit against the retailer.

Will Florida’s National Parks Be Affected By Federal Firings?

The cuts could limit operating hours and cut a range of services at attractions such as Everglades and Biscayne National Parks.

When Does Daylight Saving Time Begin? What To Know In FL

Nearly every U.S. state has considered multiple time zone bills since 2015, including in Florida.

New FL Immigration Laws Back Trump Deportation Measures

A GOP Florida lawmaker deemed the newly signed immigration bills a "win for Donald Trump" as the state enacted stiff immigration penalties.

Medicaid Cuts, Billionaire Tax Breaks: FL Reaction To House Budget

FL Democrats are calling out items cut in the proposed House Republican budget, while GOP leaders support curbing federal spending.

FL Consumers Could Pay More For These Products Under New Tariffs

Canadian leaders have also announced new retaliatory tariffs that would affect exporting FL orange juice to the country.

White House Rescinds Federal Aid Freeze In FL

The Trump administration's pause on federal grants and loans, which drew criticism from some FL elected officials, was rescinded Wednesday.