Florida Policy Index

The Supreme Court’s recent ruling involving Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act did more than reshape the legal standards surrounding redistricting disputes. It fundamentally altered the political incentives governing congressional mapmaking across the United States.

Today, roughly 9,000 data centers operate worldwide, with the United States hosting the largest share by a wide margin. Despite periodic claims that America is falling behind in digital infrastructure development, the reality is quite the opposite: the United States continues to dominate globally in the deployment and operation of large-scale data center capacity..

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.

Florida Republicans are positioned to party like it’s 1999....pending the Supreme Court’s Section 2 ruling.

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reforms, including eliminating homestead property taxes, expanding senior exemptions up to $1 million, and dissolving outdated special taxing districts.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 legislative proposals HB 901 and SB 976 tighten procedures around the use of court-appointed psychologists in family court cases to promote fairness and accountability.

In recognition of his contributions to public safety policy and his longstanding work with Florida's fire service community, Sebastian was awarded the Chief's Axe by the Professional Firefighters & Paramedics of Palm Beach County. Inscribed on the award are the words: "In Appreciation of Your Years of Dedication to Our Goals, Guidance to Our Political Team, and Most of All, Our Success in Fighting the Political Fires!"