Florida's recap – Highlights from around the state - May 1st
Bottom Line: Your daily recap of the some of the notable developments from Florida’s session and news from around the state...
- The state budget was agreed to between the House and Senate but didn’t meet the Tuesday night deadline to end the state session on time due to a mandatory 72-hour period after the agreement before final votes can be made. At a minimum the session will extend into the weekend
- The bill expanding school voucher programs to include private schools passed the full Legislature and is on its way to Governor DeSantis
- The state Senate voted to raise the age to purchase tobacco and vaping products from 18 to 21
- A bill mandating the Florida Department of Health provide opioid alternative information to patients being treated for pain passed the full Legislature
- The bill banning local governments from banning plastic straws passed the state Senate