Florida legislature

Gov. Ron DeSantis dropped his Republican presidential bid after the Iowa caucuses. NBC's Matt Dixon explains what that means for voters and lawmakers in the Sunshine State.

Proctor says the county got a windfall last year, with property values going up 13 percent

Florida drivers may soon be able to cruise down Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway while sporting a Margaritaville license plate. The legendary singer-songwriter died last year.

A bill would allow mail voting only under limited circumstances, such as for people who will be absent from their home counties or those with disabilities that prevent them from going to polls.

PEN America released 'The Florida Effect,' a report arguing that legislation in Florida is influencing the country on issues such as LGBTQ rights and anti-protest bills.

If passed, the law would not only expand eligibility, but also revise who gets priority in the state’s nursing facilities.

Bills aimed at reducing regulations on public schools began moving forward this week, as a key panel approved changes such as eliminating testing requirements to get high-school diplomas.

It says more than $2.2 billion is needed to fix issues such as leaking roofs and adding air conditioning to existing prisons.

Amid population growth and a shortfall of doctors and nurses, the Florida Senate is ready to start crafting legislation aimed at expanding access to health care.

"Florida veterans will definitely feel that impact in a positive way."