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Energy

A slew of energy bills in this year’s session aim to increase the use of renewable energy sources.

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Water and Natural Resources

Population growth threatens Florida’s water supply and health of its natural resources. Several bills aim to manage this delicate balance. 

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Wastewater Infrastructure

Florida has a water infrastructure problem. Proposed legislation looks to fix Florida’s aging pipes.

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Plastics and Pollution

Proposed legislation looks to ban single-use plastics and develop programs to improve recycling rates across the state.

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Finances and Taxes

Lawmakers consider proposals for tax breaks and discounts at state parks, as well as a new tax trying to protect Florida’s waters.

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Climate Change

Florida lawmakers are trying to match climate change threats with possible plans and solutions in this year’s legislative session.

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Land Use and Conservation

Parks, forests, preserves – you name it, Florida’s got it. With this much land to cover, bills have been popping up to reserve millions of dollars for protection and conservation.

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Wildlife and Biodiversity

Check out the bills that represent a few of Florida’s most iconic critters – and what experts have to say about them.