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Date | State | Bill No. | Title | Outcome |
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April 30, 2013 | FL | HB 867 | Authorizes Parent Involvement in School Turnaround Decisions | Bill Failed - Senate (20 - 20) |
April 3, 2014 | FL | HB 89 | Prohibits Mandatory Sentencing for Certain Convictions of Aggravated Assault | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 7) |
Feb. 10, 2023 | FL | HB 9-B | Amends the Reedy Creek Improvement District for Orange and Osceola Counties | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 9) |
May 1, 2009 | FL | HB 903 | Capping Attorney Fees in Workers' Compensation Lawsuits | Motion Agreed - Senate (22 - 16) |
March 7, 2022 | FL | HB 921 | Establishes New Regulations and Limitations on Campaign Financing | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 16) |
May 2, 2023 | FL | HB 931 | Prohibits Public Institutions from Requiring Students, Faculty, or Staff Take Political Loyalty Tests | Bill Passed - Senate (33 - 5) |
May 1, 2023 | FL | HB 949 | Requires Individuals Under 18 have a Learner's Permit or Driver's License to Operate a Golf Cart on Public Roads | Bill Passed - Senate (39 - 0) |
April 28, 2011 | FL | HB 97 | Prohibits Insurance Coverage of Abortion | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 11) |
March 7, 2012 | FL | HB 971 | Amends Process of Judiciary Appointment | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 14) |
May 5, 2017 | FL | HB 989 | Authorizes Residents to Challenge School Textbooks | Bill Passed - Senate (19 - 17) |
April 28, 2011 | FL | HJR 1179 | Prohibits Public Funding of Abortions | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 12) |
April 22, 2010 | FL | HJR 37 | Prohibiting Individual Health Care Mandate | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (26 - 11) |
May 4, 2011 | FL | HJR 381 | Homestead and Property Assessment | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (25 - 12) |
March 6, 2024 | FL | HJR 7017 | Alleges Support for an Amendment to the Florida State Constitution to Require and Annual Adjustment for Inflation | Joint Resolution Passed - Senate (25 - 15) |
May 5, 2011 | FL | HJR 7111 | Amends the Division of the Florida Supreme Court | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (24 - 11) |
March 4, 2022 | FL | SB 102 | Establishes State Congressional Districts | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate |
March 8, 2023 | FL | SB 102 | Appropriates $711 Million for State Affordable Housing Programs | Bill Passed - Senate (40 - 0) |
Feb. 29, 2024 | FL | SB 1084 | Prohibits the Regulation of Electric Vehicle Charging Stations in the State | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 10) |
March 3, 2010 | FL | SB 1158 | Prohibiting Gun Licensing Trust Fund to Budget Stabilization Fund Transfers | Bill Passed - Senate (31 - 9) |
March 1, 2024 | FL | SB 1264 | Requires Public Schools Teach a History of Communism | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 7) |
March 15, 2017 | FL | SB 128 | Authorizes Immunity for Self-Defense | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 15) |
April 23, 2015 | FL | SB 1298 | Expands Insurance Requirements for Short-Term Rental Companies | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 12) |
March 13, 2008 | FL | SB 1380 | Electronic Gaming Machines | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 11) |
April 28, 2023 | FL | SB 1580 | Authorizes Medical Conscience Objections | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 11) |
Feb. 15, 2024 | FL | SB 1638 | Establishes Funding for Environmental Resource Management | Bill Passed - Senate (37 - 0) |
May 2, 2019 | FL | SB 168 | Prohibits State Sanctuary City Laws | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (22 - 18) |
May 3, 2023 | FL | SB 170 | Amends Laws Concerning Local Ordinances and Legal Suits | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (28 - 12) |
March 2, 2022 | FL | SB 1712 | Establishes the Veteran Suicide Prevention Training Pilot Program | Bill Passed - Senate (39 - 0) |
April 29, 2014 | FL | SB 1714 | Amends Brewery Regulations | Bill Passed - Senate (30 - 10) |
April 25, 2023 | FL | SB 1718 | Amends Various State Immigration Laws, Policies, and Restrictions | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 10) |
March 9, 2012 | FL | SB 1718 | Authorizes Parent Involvement in School Turnaround Decisions | Bill Failed - Senate (20 - 20) |
Jan. 29, 2020 | FL | SB 172 | Prohibits Local Governments from Prohibiting Certain Drugs and Cosmetics | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 14) |
March 3, 2022 | FL | SB 1728 | Amends Various State Property Insurance Laws | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 11) |
Feb. 22, 2024 | FL | SB 1746 | Establishes Employee Organization Assessments | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 14) |
Feb. 7, 2024 | FL | SB 1758 | Increases Access to State Disability Services | Bill Passed - Senate (38 - 0) |
April 11, 2013 | FL | SB 1792 | Amends Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Requirements | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 12) |
March 9, 2020 | FL | SB 1794 | Increases Signature Threshold for Initiative Petitions | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 17) |
March 4, 2022 | FL | SB 1796 | Establishes New Laws Governing Alimony | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 16) |
March 3, 2022 | FL | SB 1798 | Increases the Monetary Damages an Individual May Receive as a Result of Violations Relating to Sexual Cyberharassment | Bill Passed - Senate (37 - 0) |
March 3, 2022 | FL | SB 1808 | Requires Local Governments to Assist with Immigration Enforcement | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 15) |
March 7, 2019 | FL | SB 182 | Authorizes the Use of Medical Marijuana by Smoking | Bill Passed - Senate (34 - 4) |
March 6, 2008 | FL | SB 1852 | Medicaid Reimbursement Rate Freeze | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 13) |
Jan. 14, 2009 | FL | SB 2-A | 2008-2009 Budget Amendments | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (27 - 13) |
Aug. 11, 2014 | FL | SB 2-A | Congressional Redistricting | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 12) |
April 20, 2022 | FL | SB 2-C | Amends State Congressional Districts | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 15) |
May 6, 2011 | FL | SB 2000 | 2011-2012 Budget | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (31 - 8) |
April 29, 2021 | FL | SB 2006 | Specifies Law Regarding Emergencies | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 15) |
Feb. 14, 2012 | FL | SB 2038 | Private Correctional Facilities | Bill Failed - Senate (19 - 21) |
April 28, 2011 | FL | SB 234 | Authorizes Open Display of a Firearm | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 11) |
April 30, 2008 | FL | SB 2400 | Pre-Abortion Ultrasound Requirement | Bill Failed - Senate (20 - 20) |
Feb. 23, 2016 | FL | SB 250 | Requires Legal Presumption of Equal Time-Sharing for Parental Custody | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 15) |
May 4, 2023 | FL | SB 254 | Prohibits Gender Affirming Care for Minors | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (26 - 13) |
March 1, 2024 | FL | SB 260 | Requires that Individuals Who Refuse Breathalyzer Tests Shall Have Their Licenses Suspended | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 1) |
May 8, 2009 | FL | SB 2600 | 2009-2010 Budget | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (32 - 8) |
April 28, 2023 | FL | SB 266 | Prohibits Higher Education Institutions from Spending Federal or State Funds on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 12) |
April 23, 2008 | FL | SB 2692 | Science Curriculum Flexibility | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 17) |
March 7, 2024 | FL | SB 280 | Requires Vacation Rental Advertisers Collect and Remit Specified Taxes for Certain Transactions | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (23 - 16) |
April 16, 2008 | FL | SB 2860 | Property Insurance Regulations | Bill Passed - Senate (32 - 7) |
March 24, 2015 | FL | SB 290 | Authorizes Concealed Carry During Emergency Evacuations | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 10) |
April 9, 2008 | FL | SB 2900 | 2008-2009 Budget | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 12) |
April 3, 2023 | FL | SB 300 | Prohibits Abortions After 6 Weeks | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 13) |
April 29, 2013 | FL | SB 306 | Authorizes Professional Sports Teams to Bid for State Funds | Bill Passed - Senate (35 - 4) |
May 3, 2019 | FL | SB 322 | Amends Health Insurance Options | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (23 - 13) |
Jan. 28, 2016 | FL | SB 344 | Amends Burden of Proof in Self-Defense Immunity Claims | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 12) |
May 1, 2009 | FL | SB 360 | Growth Management Deregulation | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (30 - 7) |
April 28, 2014 | FL | SB 386 | Prohibits Enforcement of Foreign Laws | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 14) |
April 24, 2014 | FL | SB 392 | Increases the Speed Limit on Certain Highways | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 11) |
Dec. 13, 2022 | FL | SB 4-A | Expands Disaster Relief Programs | Bill Passed - Senate (38 - 0) |
Feb. 8, 2023 | FL | SB 4-B | Authorizes Office of Statewide Prosecution to Investigate Voting-Related Crimes | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 12) |
April 20, 2022 | FL | SB 4-C | Repeals Independent Special Districts | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 16) |
Feb. 6, 2020 | FL | SB 404 | Requires Parental Consent for Minors Prior to Abortion | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 17) |
April 28, 2011 | FL | SB 408 | Property and Casualty Insurance Amendments | Bill Passed - Senate (25 - 12) |
March 23, 2017 | FL | SB 436 | Prohibits Discrimination Against Religious Expression in Schools | Bill Passed - Senate (23 - 13) |
Feb. 23, 2022 | FL | SB 438 | Expands Military Statutes and Definitions to Include Space Force | Bill Passed - Senate (39 - 0) |
March 30, 2023 | FL | SB 450 | Reduces Amount of Jurors Needed for Agreement on Death Sentences | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 10) |
Feb. 10, 2022 | FL | SB 520 | Exempts University President Applicants from Public Records Requirements | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 11) |
March 4, 2022 | FL | SB 524 | Establishes Office of Election Crimes and Security | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 14) |
March 24, 2010 | FL | SB 6 | Education Law Amendments | Bill Passed - Senate (21 - 17) |
Feb. 8, 2023 | FL | SB 6-B | Establishes Unauthorized Alien Transport Program | Bill Passed - Senate (27 - 12) |
April 20, 2022 | FL | SB 6-C | Amends the Definition of the Term "Social Media Platform" | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 15) |
April 15, 2010 | FL | SB 622 | Gaming Law Amendments | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 9) |
March 12, 2020 | FL | SB 664 | Requires Government Agencies Use E-Verify Immigration Check for Employment | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (23 - 17) |
Feb. 14, 2024 | FL | SB 674 | Requires Governmental Entities to Include a Requirement in Certain Contracts that Certain Iron or Steel Products be Produced in the United States | Bill Passed - Senate (38 - 1) |
March 10, 2020 | FL | SB 70 | Establishes Alert Systems in Public Schools | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (40 - 0) |
March 6, 2024 | FL | SB 7014 | Increases the Maximum Fine for Violations of Specified Lobbying Provisions | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (26 - 4) |
Jan. 19, 2022 | FL | SB 7014 | Extends COVID-19 Liability Protections for Health Care Providers | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 13) |
Jan. 18, 2024 | FL | SB 7016 | Amends Healthcare Rules Regarding Blood Banks, Birth Centers, and Other Purposes | Bill Passed - Senate (39 - 0) |
Jan. 18, 2024 | FL | SB 7018 | Establishes the Health Care Innovation Council | Bill Passed - Senate (39 - 0) |
March 5, 2018 | FL | SB 7026 | Establishes the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School Public Safety Act | Bill Passed - Senate (20 - 18) |
April 23, 2019 | FL | SB 7030 | Authorizes Firearms on School Campuses | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 17) |
April 26, 2023 | FL | SB 7050 | Authorizes State Officials to Run for Vice President or President Without Resigning | Bill Passed - Senate (28 - 12) |
May 2, 2019 | FL | SB 7066 | Requires Felons Pay Outstanding Court Fees Prior to Voting Rights Restoration | Bill Passed - Senate (22 - 17) |
April 29, 2021 | FL | SB 7072 | Prohibits Social Media Companies from "Deplatforming" Political Candidates | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (23 - 17) |
April 4, 2013 | FL | SB 718 | Amends Alimony Provisions | Bill Passed - Senate (29 - 11) |
March 18, 2021 | FL | SB 72 | Specifies Requirements for COVID-Related Civil Actions | Bill Passed - Senate (24 - 15) |
March 10, 2011 | FL | SB 736 | Public School Evaluation Procedures | Bill Passed - Senate (26 - 12) |
April 27, 2009 | FL | SB 762 | Allowing Universities to Levy "Tuition Differential" Charges | Bill Passed - Senate (30 - 7) |
May 8, 2009 | FL | SB 788 | Gambling Expansion | Conference Report Adopted - Senate (31 - 9) |
March 12, 2020 | FL | SB 810 | Increases the Legal Smoking Age to 21 | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (27 - 9) |
May 2, 2014 | FL | SB 850 | Establishes the Florida Personal Learning Scholarship Accounts Program | Concurrence Vote Passed - Senate (29 - 11) |