Local Florida governments would be banned from enacting climate change policies under new proposal
HB 1217 says that it is state policy to prohibit government entities from adopting 'net-zero' measures.
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Florida ‘blue ribbon’ bills have red flags
HB 299 and SB 354 create a fast track for massive projects to bypass local development rules.
Balancing act: Bills to both regulate, promote AI data centers in Florida advance to final committee
A pair of bills aimed at environmental protection and business growth surrounding AI data centers advanced.
A narrow window to restore local planning in Florida
Senate Bill 840 would restore limited but essential planning authority to local governments after future storms.
Bill adding transparency to state land swaps sweeps through Florida House committees
The measure was inspired by outrage over a proposed land swap involving the Guana River Wildlife Management Area.
Share your public lands stories with Florida’s decision-makers
We must speak for, advocate for and unite behind our public lands during this current legislative session.
Proposed private cattle grazing on state lands in Florida moves along in first public hearing
Environmentalists worry about sensitive ecosystems and wildlife habitat.
Why Florida must fund the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program
Since its inception in 2001, the program has preserved over 225,000 acres of working agricultural land.
Cutting food waste in Florida schools benefits students, farmers and the environment
SB 1464 allows schools to partner with local food banks and take other steps to reduce waste.
Florida’s wild heart is beating on borrowed time
Florida Forever needs funding to buy private land for new state parks, state forests and wildlife management areas.