Supporters of Florida amendments that would protect abortion access and allow recreational marijuana use have already passed several hurdles to get on the ballot. But the November election may not be the final challenge.
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More than 25,000 women traveled to Florida for abortions over the past five years, many from Southeastern states. But with a six-week abortion ban days from becoming law, where will women with unwanted pregnancies go now? Pics by Luis Santana Tampa Bay Times

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NEW: Florida law says it's illegal for executives of failed insurance companies to take new jobs without state approval.

The law is well-known in the industry. Some call it the 'no-fly list.'

But they're getting rehired anyway — even as CEOs and CFOs.
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DeSantis says Florida amendment allows abortions ‘until birth.’ What’s true? With Alexandra Glorioso
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NEW w/Romy Ellenbogen: Ron DeSantis has criticized the abortion-rights amendment in Florida as “incredibly radical” and allowing “abortion up until birth” — a claim the amendment’s backers say is false. What's true? We break it down for you. miamiherald.com/news/politics-…

Former Florida governor, U.S. Senator Bob Graham died tonight, aged 87.

Graham was a fixture in Florida politics for four decades and ushered in school testing and environmental policies including 'Save Our Everglades.'

By David Smiley:

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Florida abortion providers brace for the 6-week ban to take effect:

They will help more women travel out-of-state and fear dangerous risks for those with pregnancy complications. Via Chris O'Donnell Sam Ogozalek tampabay.com/news/health/20…

What’s next? and other key questions answered from Florida’s abortion ruling

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NEW: Florida to get 6-week abortion ban; abortion amendment on 2024 ballot
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People waiting to see whether Florida's abortion, marijuana amendments make the ballot will have to wait longer. The court has to rule on the amendments no later than April 1.
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Floridians will soon find out whether they’ll get to vote on allowing recreational marijuana and expanding abortion access. A decision shall be issued no later than April 1, according to the state's constitution. Here's what to know:
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NEW: Court data shows Tampa Bay's biggest real estate investors are also more aggressive pursuing evictions. Some file at double or triple the region's overall rate.

From me and Rebecca Liebson, Part 4 of Buying Up the Bay: tinyurl.com/2hc7m6dh via Tampa Bay Times

.Equality Florida settles lawsuit with Ron DeSantis over Parental Rights in Education law. as part of the agreement, Florida Department of Education will outline more clearly what the law does and doesn't mean. Both sides see it as a victory.
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NEW: The Florida Legislature passed a measure aimed at helping patients stay out of medical debt collections, get clearer bills, and get price estimates before their treatment. It’s one of six bills passed as part of “Live Healthy”:

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A bill that could dramatically reshape Florida’s hemp market is ready for Gov. Ron DeSantis’ signature, in spite of warnings from business owners and pleas from consumers.
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NEW: Florida lawmakers are expected to restrict homeless people from sleeping in public spaces.

Instead, they could live in camps. Florida has tried that before — with mixed success.

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NEW: Florida lawmakers seek more oversight of child-welfare organizations, exec pay

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I'm thrilled to share that I'll be joining the Miami Herald's Tallahassee team as a state government reporter on Monday!! Hit me up.

A Florida bill that would let parents receive financial damages for the wrongful death of unborn children appears stalled in the Legislature with about two weeks left before the end of the legislative session.
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Between 2018 and 2022 in St. Pete’s historically Black neighborhoods, homes sold to large companies at 3 times the rate of most other parts of Pinellas.

Are real estate investors pushing out St. Pete’s Black residents? by Rebecca Liebson Teghan Simonton
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