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.
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.