This page serves as a comprehensive index of LobbyScape's coverage of the 2026 Florida legislative session. Each entry links to an in-depth analysis article. For a narrative overview of the session's themes and outcomes, see our 2026 Session Overview.
Public Safety
ARMOR Act / School Safety Guardian Program Expansion — HB 757 / SB 896 (Rep. Salzman / Sen. Gaetz). Expands the Aaron Feis Guardian Program, strengthening campus security measures at Florida educational institutions.
Healthcare and Human Services
AIDS Drug Assistance Program — HB 697 / SB 1760 (Rep. Jonsson / Sen. Brodeur). Addresses ADAP funding and prescription drug pricing for program participants.
Free Kill Law Discussion — Examination of potential changes to Section 768.21 of Florida's wrongful death statute as it relates to medical malpractice.
Vaccine Exemption Policy — Discussion of immunization requirements and exemption policies in Florida.
Elections and Government Operations
Tax Code Conformity — HB 7031 / SB 7048. Aligns Florida's tax code with recent federal Internal Revenue Code changes.
Environment and Natural Resources
Ocklawaha River Restoration — SB 1066 / HB 981 (Sen. Brodeur / Rep. Duggan). Advances potential dam removal to restore the Ocklawaha River's natural ecosystem.
Florida Wildlife Corridor Recognition — SR 1800 (Sen. Brodeur). Designates Florida Wildlife Corridor Day and reaffirms the state's conservation commitment.
Labor, Tax, and Property
Union and Labor Overhaul — SB 1296 / HB 995 (Sen. Martin / Rep. Persons-Mulicka). Reforms the Public Employees Relations Commission (PERC) and updates public employee union rules.
Property Tax Reform — HJR 209 / HJR 201. Proposes changes to homestead exemption provisions via constitutional amendment.
Technology and Consumer Regulation
CyberBay Tech Hub Designation — SR 1816 (Sen. Burgess). Recognizes the Tampa Bay area as a technology and cybersecurity innovation region.
E-Bike Safety Regulation — SB 382 / HB 243. Creates a micromobility task force to develop safety standards for electric bicycles.
Hemp Product Regulation — HB 1409 (Rep. Berfield). Establishes a regulatory framework for THC and hemp-derived consumer products.
Insurance
Infrastructure and Designations
Road Designations and Trump Highway — SB 628 / HB 885 (Sen. Gaetz / Rep. Brannan). Multiple honorary road designations including the Trump Highway proposal.
Foreign Policy
Cuba and Foreign Policy Resolutions — Legislative resolutions addressing U.S.-Cuba relations and related policy issues.
Budget
Budget Stalemate — The 2026 regular session concluded without a finalized state budget. A special session is expected to resolve outstanding appropriations differences.
Platform
Legislative Tracking for Government Affairs — How LobbyScape helps government affairs professionals track bills, monitor committees, and analyze legislative developments in real time.
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Coverage by Policy Area
- Healthcare: ADAP Funding, Free Kill Law, Vaccine Exemptions
- Labor & Tax: Union Overhaul, Property Tax Reform
- Infrastructure: Road Designations / Trump Highway
- Foreign Policy: Cuba Resolutions
- Budget: Session ended without budget; special session expected