Tag: Ben Albritton
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Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session Opens Amid Tax Battles, AI Push, and Budget Tensions
The 2026 Florida Legislative Session opens January 13, focusing on key issues like property tax relief, artificial intelligence regulation, and insurance reforms. Governor DeSantis prioritizes cutting property taxes amid rising housing costs. The session is expected to be contentious, with numerous bills proposed and debates on local government impacts and innovation concerns.
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DeSantis Moves to Redraw Florida’s Congressional Map in 2026 — A Direct Counter to California’s Mid-Decade Redistricting Push
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis plans a special legislative session in early 2026 to redraw congressional districts, potentially adding six GOP seats. This mid-decade redistricting follows a contentious 2022 map and aims to counter Democratic gains from California’s recent changes. Legal challenges and a Supreme Court ruling on race-based redistricting may impact outcomes.
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