Sen. Wilton Simpson

Gov. Ron DeSantis and the tribe agreed to remove the provision requiring the state to negotiate with the tribe about online gambling in order to ensure ensure swift passage of the new compact.

Among other things, they would establish a Florida Gaming Control Commission to police the industry, and allowing pari-mutuels to stop offering jai alai performances along with quarter-horse and harness races.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has approved a bill he says will curb violence and property damage during protests. It’s a response to last summer’s protests following the death of George Floyd and calls to defund the police.

The state still faces financial fallout due to the coronavirus pandemic despite receiving a huge influx of federal money.

It would require out-of-state retailers to collect and remit Florida’s sales tax, producing an estimated $1 billion a year in revenue.

House Speaker Chris Sprowls calls the measure "one of the most robust and bold proposals in the entire United States of America." It awaits Gov. Ron DeSantis' signature.

Sen. Wilton Simpson's strongest comments on the issue so far come amid calls from the cruise industry to require proof of vaccination after ships have been docked more than a year because of the pandemic.

The original plan drew bipartisan pushback.

The Senate will consider a budget amendment to fund the complete cleanup and closure. It's estimated to cost $200 million.

The Senate would use funds received through the American Rescue Plan. Senate President Wilton Simpson said it is "a catastrophe waiting to happen for too long."

Senate President Wilton Simpson's proposal to consolidate prisons and demolish four facilities drew opposition from leaders in those rural communities.

Bill sponsor Sen. Jason Brodeur says he sought the $100 boost after seeing what other states are doing.