Senate Bill 1162 has taken effect in Florida, following its signing into law by Governor Ron DeSantis in late May. The ...

ORLANDO, Fla. — New laws are taking effect in Florida on July 1, 2025, including protections for hotel owners and operators, and more rights for boaters.

Conservationists worry a new law championed by Gov. Ron DeSantis takes away wildlife officials’ best defense against poachers ...

On June 18, 2025, the Florida legislature presented Governor Ron DeSantis with the Florida Contracts Honoring Opportunity, Investment, Confidentiality, and Economic Growth (CHOICE) Act. It is ...

A new law is changing the way Florida law enforcement interacts with boaters, just in time for one of the busiest weekends on the water.

Their main concerns during a holiday are boating while intoxicated and speeding in no-wake zones. Preventative patrolling faces challenges this year after the state passed the Boater Freedom Act.

Boaters are celebrating newfound freedom on one of the biggest boating holidays, thanks to a new Florida law. Earlier this year, the Boater Freedom Act was approved, making it harder for law ...

Florida's new Boater Freedom Act limits law enforcement's power to conduct random boat safety inspections. Probable cause is now required for officers to stop and inspect vessels, impacting FWC ...