Florida Policy & Regulation 

Florida’s current property tax debate is not new—it builds on a policy framework first seriously advanced nearly two decades ago. As Florida House Speaker in 2007, Marco Rubio proposed one of the most ambitious property tax overhauls in state history: eliminating property taxes on homesteaded properties entirely.

The 2026 Florida Regular Legislative Session concluded on March 13, 2026, with lawmakers adjourning sine die without passing a state budget for the upcoming fiscal year.

West Palm Beach is no longer simply benefiting from national financial trends—it is increasingly shaping them.

Miami’s estimated $25 billion in World Cup–related investment underscores how global sporting events increasingly function as catalysts for infrastructure modernization and long-term economic development.

Senator Rick Scott (R-FL) has introduced the More Affordable Care Act, a reform package designed to return control of health care decisions to patients and families rather than insurance companies or federal bureaucracies.

Republican lawmakers are pushing the largest property tax relief package in years — and the battle lines are already drawn between the Legislature, local governments, and Democrats warning of revenue impacts.

Palm Beach County is once again at the center of the global soccer spotlight, hosting Real Madrid’s extended training camp ahead of the 2026 FIFA Club World Cup. The choice of South Florida reflects more than prestige — it underscores how quickly the United States has become a serious player in the world’s game.

President Donald Trump announced that the United States will host the 2026 G20 Summit in Miami, marking the first time the event has been held in the U.S. since Pittsburgh in 2009.

Palm Beach County — the largest and most populous county east of the Mississippi River in the United States — just welcomed a familiar and trusted face into its top executive role.

AT&T announced a $5.75 billion deal to acquire the bulk of Lumen’s mass markets fiber business, aiming to accelerate access to high-speed fiber internet across more than 4 million locations in 11 states. The transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2026.

Moffitt Cancer Center, Florida’s premier National Cancer Institute-designated facility, has expanded its partnership with biotechnology firm RyboDyn, Inc. to accelerate the development of advanced immunotherapies.

Florida lawmakers are exploring major property tax reforms, including eliminating homestead property taxes, expanding senior exemptions up to $1 million, and dissolving outdated special taxing districts. A House committee will review proposals ahead of the 2026 legislative session.

Florida’s legislative session faces collapse amid a $4.4B budget gap, a charity funding controversy tied to the First Lady, and stalled legislation as gridlock deepens.

Florida's general revenue collection exceeded expectations by $596 million from July through January.

Senate President Ben Albritton has introduced a $197 million “Rural Renaissance Plan” package to revitalize Florida’s rural communities through targeted investments in infrastructure, healthcare, housing, and education.

Philip Morris International invested over $14 billion since 2008 in developing and commercializing smoke-free products.