In addition to the insurance and related bills we’ve been closely following for you in our Bill Watch this legislative session, there are other important bills that impact Florida businesses and residents. From moving more …
The Florida Legislature has approved $220 million in targeted Hurricane Michael recovery money to effected Panhandle communities above the $1.64 billion the state is already expected to spend this year. Meanwhile, there are …
We started the 2019 legislation session nine weeks ago believing that this was the year – the year that consumers could finally get off defense and flex their offensive momentum using the …
There is increasing concern among insurance analysts that unless Florida reigns-in the Assignment of Benefits (AOB) abuse occurring now statewide in residential properties, the problem could spread to commercial …
In honor of St. Patrick’s Day yesterday, we wish to share an Old Irish blessing with legislators as we enter the third week of the 9-week session: “May the road rise up to meet …
The Florida Legislature convened its 2019 session this past week with Assignment of Benefits (AOB) reform bills now moving in both chambers and Governor DeSantis noting AOB “has really degenerated into a racket” that …
The Florida House and Senate held their last of six “committee weeks” from February 18-22 to hear proposed legislation making its way through the process. With the formal 2019 legislative …
What can we expect?The Florida Legislature kicks-off its 2019 session tomorrow with a State-of-the-State address by Governor DeSantis who will outline his priorities in a proposed $91.3 billion state budget. The big insurance issue: the growing cost of property …
Since 2019 is an odd-numbered year, Florida’s legislative session convenes this month vs in even-numbered years when it convenes in January. You will be able to watch the happenings by selecting “Live Stream” at www.TheFloridaChannel.org and reviewing the legislative committee …
This week the Florida legislature will begin its second of six “committee weeks” where legislation is introduced for initial discussion and consideration by lawmakers in preparation for the opening 60-day legislative session on Tuesday, March 5. The …
