⚠️ REMINDER: The Legislative Session is when elected representatives -from both the State Senate and House- introduce legislation they claim is in the best interest of Florida’s voters, economy, environment, and communities. But too often, these officials serve corporate donors’ special interests instead of everyday residents. That’s why we go to Tallahassee – to remind them: put people over profit. 

✅ SB 132 – Voting Clarity for Returning Citizens
Sponsored by Sen. Polsky | Criminal Justice Committee on 1/26/26

No one should fear punishment just for trying to vote. The passing of this bill would create a database so returning citizens can easily verify their voting eligibility.

✅ HB 187 – Public Service Commission Transparency & Accountability
Sponsored by Rep. Robert Andrade 

Passing this bill will improve oversight of the Public Service Commission so utility decisions happen in the open. It would also require justification for utility rate hikes. Transparency protects people, not corporations.

Passing these bills will take pressure. That means flooding inboxes, calling legislators, and talking to our neighbors. Week one is only the beginning.

Not every proposal deserves to move forward. Some are designed to block participation, target immigrant communities, or consolidate power at the expense of everyday Floridians.

❌ HJR 203 / HJR 209 – Property Tax Changes
Sponsored by Rep. Miller & Rep. Busatta | Still moving through committee

These proposals would change Florida’s property tax system without guaranteeing real relief for renters or working families, while risking cuts to schools, healthcare, infrastructure, and so much more. We’re pushing back against policies that benefit wealthy property owners at the expense of our communities. 

❌ SB 7006 – Public Service Commission Secrecy
Sponsored by Senate Regulated Industries Committee

This bill would reduce transparency at the Public Service Commission, hiding information the public deserves to see, especially around utility rate hikes. It protects investor-owned utility companies and keeps voters in the dark. Tuesday, we will be there to oppose it and report back.

✔ Passed committee on 1/22/26
➡ Next stop: Rules Committee on 1/27/26

🏳️‍🌈 Pride at the Capitol Hosted by Equality Florida

January 28, 2026

✊ We Are Florida Day Hosted by FLIC

January 29, 2026

🗳️2026 Florida Day at the Capitol Hosted by Equal Ground

February 3, 2026

🚌 Registration, transportation, and schedules coming soon from coalition partners.

Florida Rising will keep showing up, tracking these bills, and fighting for a Florida where all of us can thrive. This is how we build power, together. 🌅💪

Talk with your loved ones, and make sure they know how to take action. If you’re unsure who your elected representatives are, find them here! 
 
Check back weekly to stay in the know on this year’s legislative session! 
And always, TOGETHER we rise. 🌅
 
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🧡 Together, we can keep Florida’s future bright, sustainable, and resilient.

Talk to you soon,

Moné Holder

Chief Advocacy & Political Officer

Florida Rising