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The Scoop: Mon. July 8th, 2024 Tampa Bay and Florida headlines by WMNF
First Lady Jill Biden comes to Tampa, and Governor DeSantis Vetoes a bill that provides in-state tuition for incarcerated people.
Wildlife activists say kill the bear bill, not the bears
Debate over HB 87 continues. The Sierra Club of Florida and others want Gov. DeSantis to veto the bill
House Reps propose bill sidestepping DeSantis’s $350 million federal funds veto
In June, Governor Ron DeSantis rejected around $350 million in energy efficiency incentives. WMNF's Chris Young reports.
HB 999 cleared the House Education & Employment Committee
A controversial bill that makes a series of higher education changes is close to passing the Florida Legislature.
Florida Senate committee advances a bill to crack down on left-lane cruising
A bill in the Florida Legislature will prevent motorists from staying in the left lane. It advanced through a Senate committee today.
State senate passes 6-week abortion bill
Listen: Today, the Florida Senate voted to pass a bill that prevents abortion after 6 weeks. The controversial bill allows exceptions for rape and incest, but would need proof with documentation. Reactions during speeches from...
WMNF’s daily digest of news headlines for Wednesday, March 22nd, 2023
Adult performance legislation Yesterday, a state Senate panel gave initial approval to a bill that would allow the state to revoke licenses of businesses that admit children to “adult” live performances. It comes amid a...
St Pete is proceeding with a proposal to have stronger protections for renters
St Petersburg city council committee is proceeding with a proposal to have stronger protections for renters.
