2024 Florida Legislature

The Biden administration released a proposed rule that would require employers to provide such things as water and rest breaks when temperatures top certain thresholds.

Gov. Ron DeSantis noted the priority of protecting the state’s natural resources, but added that granting power over Florida beaches to the Department of Health was "ill-advised.”

Spouses of former military members are now fifth in the priority list to be admitted to one of the state's nine veterans' care facilities. Eight are skilled nursing facilities and one is an assisted living facility.

In April, OSHA officials drafted an initial framework that unanimously recommended moving forward with talks over federal rules to protect workers.

Gov. Ron DeSantis said the measure, proposed to limit the production and sale of euphoria-producing hemp, would impose debilitating regulatory burdens on small businesses and "fail to achieve its purposes."

In Hillsborough, health officials offered the overdose reversal drug to people who stopped by their Tampa office. Other counties recognized the day with education on recognizing overdoses and saving lives.

Florida, Alabama and Iowa have already enacted restrictions. Backers say they want to protect farmers and consumers. But those within the industry say their products must meet rigorous government safety tests.

The measure, which was passed unanimously by the state Legislature, will take effect July 1.

A new Florida law makes the Sunshine State the first in the nation to let cesarean sections be performed in "advanced birth centers." Some health experts are leery even though many hospitals have closed maternity wards.

The bill would ban the sale of products containing what is known as delta-8 tetrahydrocannabinol and limit the amount of delta-9 THC. Delta-8 and delta-9 are cannabinoids in hemp that can get people high.