For years, voters have used the amendment process to enact popular and major changes in Florida law from environmental regulations to public education, often over the objections of the state’s Republican leaders, who are now on the verge of snuffing out a perennial political thorn in their side.
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Posted inElections
State announces no citizens’ initiatives qualified for 2026 ballot, following new law
In the wake of a new state law designed to rein in ballot initiatives, advocates fear Florida could become a blueprint for other states.
Posted inState Government
Before ascending to Florida Supreme Court, judge backed DeSantis’ redistricting push
First District Court of Appeal Judge Adam Tanenbaum would be a critical ally to DeSantis on a high court that the governor has already shaped significantly.
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The Tributary’s top stories of 2024 — and the results
As we welcome 2025, we wanted to look back at the year that led us here, with some updates on our most-read investigations.
Posted inFlorida
‘No plans to begin looking for work’: Orlando’s chief assistant state attorney emails staff after Monique Worrell’s election win
A longtime rival of former State Attorney Monique Worrell and current Chief Assistant State Attorney told staff he had “no plans” to look for a different job after Worrell’s re-election.
Posted inElections
Abortion, marijuana amendments fail in Florida 2024 election
The Florida constitutional amendment proposals to legalize recreational marijuana and protect abortion rights both failed.
Posted inFlorida
Florida votes for former President Donald Trump as nation awaits results
Former President Donald Trump won Florida’s 30 electoral votes Tuesday night in his bid to take back the White House.
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U.S. Rep. Aaron Bean wins reelection in Florida’s 4th Congressional District
Bean will represent the 4th Congressional District, which was redrawn in 2022, for the next two years.
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Incumbent Vicki Lopez wins Florida HD 113 seat
Incumbent Vicki Lopez retains OR Challenger Jackie Gross-Kellogg wins seat for House District 113 in one of the most-watched House contests this cycle.
Posted inElections
Shayla E. Lee elected as Duval county judge
Shayla E. Lee won a runoff election for a vacant Duval County judge seat.