Florida Legislature 2026: Torn in Tallahassee between backing the blue and banking some cash

February 4

33 mins

Episode Description

In this episode: Sig Sauer, one of the country’s biggest gun manufacturers, is facing dozens of lawsuits from police officers and other firearm owners who suffered gunshot wounds when a company-made pistol allegedly fired without anyone ever pulling the trigger. The company is now lobbying Florida lawmakers for protection from so-called “ghost firing” suits — and it is handing out giant campaign contributions while it does so. On a more promising front: Top Florida senators want to put an end to predatory fees charged by homebuilding giant Lennar and some other housing developers. Those were among the bills on the move during day 22 of the Florida Legislature’s 2026 session.

Show notes

The bills discussed in today’s show:

Senate Bill 530 — State Lotteries

Passed the Senate Regulated Industries Committee by a 9-0 vote (vote sheet)

Senate Bill 1498 — Community Associations

Passed the Senate Regulated Industries Committee by a 7-0 vote (vote sheet)

House Bill 1551 — Products Liability for Firearms

Passed the House Civil Justice Subcommittee by a 13-4 vote (vote sheet)

Senate Bill 1632 — Ideologies Inconsistent with American Principles

Passed the Senate Judiciary Committee by an 8-3 vote (vote sheet)

House Bill 485 — Petitions for Injunction for Protection Against Domestic Violence Containing Allegations of Marriage Fraud

Passed the House Civil Justice & Claims Committee by a 14-0 vote (see votes)