BILLS THAT FAILED THE 2016 LEGISLATIVE SESSION To date, Governor Rick Scott has signed over 100 bills. We have outlined a few items of interest that failed this year. GUN RIGHTS Although the House passed two measures which would have expanded gun rights, neither bill received traction in the Senate. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Miguel Diaz de la Portilla Read more about Legislative Issues[…]
GUN LEGISLATION Open Carry Legislation which would allow holders of concealed weapon permits to openly carry such weapons is gaining momentum in the Legislature. Recently, the Florida Police Chiefs Association’s governing board voted 15-7 to support the measure if additional law enforcement protections are added. Bill sponsors have indicated they are open to amendments. The Florida Read more about Legislative Issues[…]
RAILS TO TRAILS The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit has ruled on a case originating in Florida regarding the conversion of abandoned railroads to recreational uses. Over 100 property owners had sued seeking financial compensation when such a conversion occurred. In the state case, the Florida Supreme Court ruled in favor of Read more about Legal Updates[…]
BEER AND ALCOHOL It looks like craft beer aficionados may be able to purchase their beer in the preferred 64 ounce containers, known as growlers. It is already legal for the craft industry to sell 32 and 128 ounce containers. Another bill that would allow craft distilleries to sell more of their products directly to Read more about Legislative Issues[…]