Senator Anitere Flores

Governor Rick Scott has signed a claims bill into law to help further compensate a young abuse survivor who—along with his sister—suffered for years,…

The case of a surviving abuse victim that led to the overhaul of Florida’s child welfare system may be close to reaching a resolution. While the claims…

A bill further compensating a surviving child of an abusive adoptive home is starting to move in the Florida Senate.Under a settlement agreement with the…

A bill expunging the criminal records of certain minors when they become an adult has passed the full Florida Senate.Sen. Nancy Detert’s (R-Venice) bill…

In a recovering economy, some Florida cities are looking to expand roads and other infrastructure. A Republican Senator’s proposal would change who pays…

A controversial abortion bill is now headed to the Governor, after receiving final passage from the Florida Senate Friday.“This bill requires that the…

A controversial abortion bill that now includes a new exemption is now heading to the Senate Floor, after passing its last committee hearing Monday. It’s…

A bill that would require a woman to wait 24 hours before getting an abortion has passed another hurdle in the Senate, despite continued opposition.During…

A controversial abortion bill passed its first Senate committee Tuesday, despite much opposition. “It’s my decision,” said one frustrated woman, following…

The lawyer for the Florida Senate has recommended placing an indefinite hold on millions of dollars worth in settlement payments for a child who was…