Florida's Sunshine Law: A History of Open Records and Open Meetings
From a 1909 records law to a 1992 constitutional right, here is how Florida opened government to the public, and how exemptions get made.
How Tallahassee Became Florida's Capital, and How the Old Capitol Was Saved
Tallahassee was picked in 1824 as a midpoint between two colonial capitals. A 1977 tower nearly cost the state its historic Capitol.
Florida's Constitution Revision Commission Meets Every 20 Years. Here's What It Does
A 37-member panel can put constitutional changes directly on Florida’s ballot. Its last round in 2018 drew lawsuits over bundling. It returns in 2037.
Florida's Line-Item Veto: How the Governor Cuts the Budget, and Why Overrides Are Rare
The governor can strike single items from Florida’s budget. This year’s veto list cut nearly $810 million, and overrides remain uncommon.
How a Bill Becomes Law in Florida, From Filing to the Governor's Desk
Florida’s 160 lawmakers get 60 days a year to pass bills. Here is how committees, floor votes, governor deadlines and veto overrides work.
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