We strengthened protections for students with epilepsy and seizure disorders by updating requirements for individualized seizure action plans (ISAPs) and expanding who must receive training. Schools must now ensure that all employees who regularly interact with a student, including classroom teachers, transportation staff, and activity supervisors, must complete seizure recognition and response training, which is valid for five years. The law also requires schools to display a seizure response poster and directs the Department of Education to identify approved free training courses and posters from national epilepsy organizations. These updates ensure that every student with epilepsy has a safer, more supportive learning environment.

We advanced Florida's commitment to coastal resiliency by expanding the use of nature-based solutions to protect vulnerable coastlines like living shorelines, mangrove restoration, and hybrid green-gray infrastructure. The law authorizes carefully limited dredging and shoreline improvements within the Terra Ceia and Biscayne Bay Aquatic Preserves when they enhance environmental quality, public health, or coastal resiliency. It also allows structures such as living seawalls, wave-attenuation devices, and seagrass or vegetation plantings to strengthen natural defenses.

We passed a first-in-the-nation law to prohibit unauthorized geoengineering and weather modification activities in Florida. Violators face felony penalties, and aircraft operators involved in such activities can be fined and imprisoned. The Department of Environmental Protection must now investigate public reports and coordinate with health and emergency agencies when needed. Public airports must report aircraft equipped for weather modification, and state funds will be withheld from those that don’t comply—ensuring transparency and environmental accountability.

We took action to prioritize housing for students who are homeless or have aged out of foster care by requiring colleges and universities to give them first access to dorms, year-round housing, and work-study opportunities. The law removes barriers like cosigner requirements and strengthens support through the Foster Youth to Independence (FYI) initiative. It also requires agencies to help young adults secure leases and provide written assurances to landlords. A statewide study will identify remaining housing barriers, with findings due in 2026 to guide future improvements.

We strengthened public safety by expanding and reclassifying the crime of tampering with electronic monitoring devices. The law now includes anyone who helps or solicits others to interfere with monitoring, and penalties increase based on the severity of the underlying offense. Juveniles who tamper with devices also face felony charges, and courts must revoke pretrial release for offenders unless strict conditions are met. These changes ensure accountability and protect communities from those who attempt to evade justice.

We expanded anchoring limitation areas in Biscayne Bay to protect sensitive marine environments and improve waterway safety. The new zones include areas between Palm Island and State Road A1A, and between San Marino and Di Lido Islands in Miami-Dade County. The law also allows boaters to use GPS tracking devices as proof of compliance and clarifies how to document vessel movement. These updates help balance environmental protection with responsible boating.

We passed strong consumer protections for drivers using privately-owned parking lots. The law requires clear signage, a 15-minute grace period, and a fair dispute and appeal process before late fees can be charged. It also prohibits the sale of personal information collected from parking services and ensures invoices are issued promptly and transparently. These reforms protect consumers from predatory parking practices while preserving property rights.

We passed a new law to bring greater transparency and accountability to Florida’s child welfare system. It strengthens oversight of community-based care lead agencies (CBCs), which are responsible for delivering services to vulnerable children and families.

Now, CBC board members must complete annual training and disclose any conflicts of interest. If they don’t, there are strict penalties—including fines and removal from the board. The law also requires CBCs to competitively bid contracts over $35,000, even with related parties, to prevent favoritism and misuse of funds.

To protect taxpayer dollars, the law caps executive salaries and ensures that any property bought with state funds can’t be sold or transferred without approval. It also directs the Department of Children and Families to work with providers to create a fairer, more efficient funding model that supports prevention, family preservation, and long-term stability for children. This legislation ensures Florida’s child welfare system is more accountable, more transparent, and focused on doing what’s right for kids.

We expanded eligibility for aftercare services to more young adults who spent time in foster care after age 14 but didn’t reunify with their families. Now, youth ages 18–22 can access critical support as they transition to independence. The law also allows the Department of Children and Families to distribute federal funds during emergencies to eligible young adults, even if they don’t meet standard criteria. This ensures no one is left behind in times of crisis.

We strengthened safety standards for high-risk cosmetic procedures like liposuction and gluteal fat grafting. Physicians must now register their offices with the Department of Health and meet strict financial responsibility requirements, including liability insurance or a letter of credit. The law also limits where certain procedures can be performed and increases penalties for violations. These reforms protect patients and raise the bar for accountability in office-based surgery settings.

We passed a strong new law to protect Floridians aged 65 and older from financial exploitation through deception, intimidation, or abuse of trust. The law creates serious penalties for those who defraud seniors—up to a first-degree felony depending on the amount stolen—and allows victims to seek protective injunctions. It also extends the time prosecutors have to bring charges in cases involving fraud or breach of fiduciary duty, ensuring justice can still be served even if the crime is discovered years later.

To ensure fiscal accountability, we now require nonprofits that receive state funds to publicly disclose how much of that money is used to pay their board members and executives. This information must be posted on the Florida Accountability Contract Tracking System (FACTS) and on the nonprofit’s website. Taxpayers deserve to know how their dollars are being spent—and this law delivers that transparency.

Named the Nancy C. Detert Champion for Children Act, this law strengthens protections and support for children and young adults in out-of-home care. It creates the Office of the Children’s Ombudsman, ensures youth receive age-appropriate education about their rights and safety, and expands access to the Keys to Independence program, helping more foster youth get driver’s licenses. These changes empower young people with the tools and information they need to succeed.

We passed a comprehensive law to regulate Collateral Protection Insurance (CPI) on real property, ensuring fair pricing and transparency for homeowners when lenders place insurance on their behalf. The law prohibits abusive practices like profit-sharing between insurers and lenders, requires clear evidence of coverage to be provided to homeowners, and mandates that CPI premiums be based on accurate property values. These reforms help prevent overcharging, protect consumer rights, and bring greater accountability to the mortgage insurance process.

We passed a comprehensive update to Florida’s Child Support Program to make it more efficient, accurate, and supportive of both children and caregivers. The law allows parents in job training to defer payments, ensures proper crediting of out-of-state payments, and removes outdated rules that penalized incarcerated parents. It also streamlines how clerks manage payments and fees, helping families receive the support they deserve without unnecessary delays.

We strengthened protections for first responders by expanding confidentiality for peer support communications and allowing PTSD diagnoses via telehealth for workers’ compensation claims. The law ensures that all peer supporters—whether active, volunteer, or retired—receive equal legal protections. It also extends and expands the state’s mental health commission, directing it to study suicide prevention services like the 988 crisis line and recommend improvements. These reforms help ensure Florida’s first responders and communities have access to the mental health support they need.

We created the Step into Success Act, a three-year pilot program that helps foster and former foster youth ages 16–25 build professional skills and gain real-world work experience. The program includes workforce education, mentorship, and paid internships, with monthly financial assistance that doesn’t affect eligibility for other benefits. Participants are matched with mentors in partnering organizations and can earn postsecondary credit for their experience. This initiative gives young adults aging out of foster care the tools and support they need to thrive independently.

We improved protections for Florida’s elderly by enhancing oversight of guardianship programs and expanding training for professional guardians. The bill increases continuing education requirements, speeds up complaint investigations, and ensures families are notified of outcomes. It also allows more staff to become certified ombudsmen and improves access to information about alternatives to guardianship. These reforms ensure greater accountability and better care for Florida’s aging population.

We strengthened protections for nursing home residents by explicitly affirming their right to be free from sexual abuse, neglect, and exploitation. The bill also cracks down on unlicensed healthcare activity by allowing legal action against individuals or entities operating without proper licensure. It adds new safety standards for high-risk medical procedures like gluteal fat grafting, requiring in-person exams, written consent, and physician oversight using advanced imaging. These reforms raise the bar for patient safety and provider accountability across Florida.

We passed a law to hold websites accountable when they distribute music, movies, or other commercial content without transparency. Under the Florida True Origin of Digital Goods Act, these sites must clearly post their owner or operator’s contact information. If they don’t, they can face legal action—helping protect artists, creators, and consumers from fraud and piracy.

We ensured that students with epilepsy or seizure disorders are safer at school by requiring individualized seizure action plans (ISAPs). Schools must train staff, coordinate care, and follow medical guidance to respond to seizures and provide proper support. This law empowers families and educators to work together to protect students’ health and well-being.

We passed major reforms to improve boating safety, including new permit and insurance requirements for rental boat operators (liveries) and tougher penalties for unsafe practices. The law also updates safety education courses, mandates engine cutoff switch use during water sports, and directs fines to support marine law enforcement. These changes help protect Florida’s waterways, residents, and visitors alike.

We passed the No Patient Left Alone Act to guarantee in-person visitation rights for patients in hospitals, nursing homes, and care facilities—even during emergencies. The law requires providers to allow physical contact, designate essential caregivers, and post clear visitation policies online. No one should face a health crisis without the comfort and support of loved ones by their side.

We stood firmly with Colombia—our strongest ally in Latin America—by opposing the Biden Administration’s decision to remove the FARC from the U.S. list of Foreign Terrorist Organizations. The Florida Senate condemned FARC’s long history of violence, kidnapping, and human rights abuses, and pledged to oppose any regime that supports terrorist groups, including those in Cuba, Venezuela, and Iran. This resolution reflects our commitment to democracy, human rights, and the voices of Colombian Americans who have suffered at the hands of FARC.

We took action to combat human trafficking by requiring the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking to investigate how traffickers use social media and recommend ways to stop it. The law also mandates specialized training for foster parents, agency staff, and fire safety inspectors to help them recognize and respond to trafficking. These efforts strengthen Florida’s frontline defenses and protect vulnerable individuals from exploitation.

We passed a new law to support youth experiencing homelessness and those who aged out of foster care. It expands access to driver’s licenses, waives fees for birth certificates, and ensures colleges have staff to help students use tuition waivers. Certified homeless youth will also receive ID cards to access benefits more easily. This law helps vulnerable young people get the support they need to thrive.

We passed a law to protect the personal information of domestic violence center staff, advocates, and their families from being exposed in public records. This includes shielding their home addresses, phone numbers, workplaces, and even their children’s school and daycare locations. The law ensures these frontline workers can do their jobs without fear, and it will be reviewed for renewal in 2024 to keep protections up to date.

To protect survivors and the people who serve them, we made it a crime to maliciously share or publish the location of certified domestic violence shelters. First-time offenders face up to one year in jail, and repeat offenders can now be charged with a felony punishable by up to five years. This law strengthens safety and privacy for some of Florida’s most vulnerable residents.

We gave condominium and cooperative associations the legal authority to represent their residents in court when challenging unfair property tax assessments. The law requires associations to notify unit owners of their rights, including the option to opt out or hire their own attorney. It also streamlines the process for resolving disputes and clarifies that these protections apply to cases already underway as of July 1, 2021.

We helped establish the Biscayne Bay Commission to serve as the official coordinating body for all public policy and restoration efforts related to Biscayne Bay. The commission brings together local, state, and federal partners to create a unified strategic and financial plan to protect the bay, improve water quality, and ensure long-term environmental health. It also prohibits untreated sewage from being discharged into the bay and requires regular public reporting to keep the community informed and engaged.