Author: Michael McCarty | SJGC Capital Bureau

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FHSAA adopting new bylaws

In a bold move to fortify the safety measures within Florida high school athletics, the state Legislature recently passed Senate Bill 530. This legislation mandates the Florida High School Athletic Association (FHSAA) to enact bylaws restricting students sentenced as adults for specified offenses from participating in specific athletic competitions. This […]

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Bill would add transparency to vehicle repairs

Florida Senate Bill 194, legislation aimed at improving accountability and transparency in the motor vehicle repair industry, promises to significantly change how repair shops handle crash-related repairs. This bill was filed on Oct, 12 by Senator Joe Gruters, a Republican from Sarasota. With a focus on consumer protection and law […]

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New bill targets abortion in Florida

Florida Senate Bill 34, better known as the “Termination of Pregnancies Act,” has emerged as a focal point of discussion and controversy in Florida. This legislation addresses a compassionate and polarizing issue — the termination of pregnancies. Filed on Sept. 15, SB 34 encompasses several key provisions that have significant […]

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Bill would lessen pot penalties

The landscape for cannabis legislation has undergone a transformative shift in recent years. Florida is known for its diverse demographics and active political climate. The Sunshine State is also seeing progress in its approach to pot laws with Senate Bill 94. The bill addresses cannabis offenses and represents a significant […]

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SB 30 aims to promote boating safety

Boating is often regarded as an adventure on the open water. It offers a sense of freedom, relaxation, or even escape from everyone and everything in everyday life. However, both boat owners and non-boat owners know that the joys of boating come with specific responsibilities that mainly pertain to the […]