Senate Bill 7026, enacted during Florida’s 2026 legislative session and signed into law on April 23, 2026 (Chapter 2026‑52), represents a significant update to the state’s public records laws. The bill focuses on the treatment of trade secrets held by government agencies and reflects the Legislature’s ongoing balancing of transparency […]
Q: My homeowners’ association is looking to impose fines or other penalties against owners who violate the rules. We understand that there are limits on the amount a fine but question whether the board has the authority to impose fines. Can you explain the process for fines? (G.R., via e-mail) […]
America ranks No. 1 in the world attracting $279 billion in foreign direct investment — more than double China’s $116 billion. The U.S. received $279 billion in FDI in 2024, the most recent year on record, which is more than the next two top recipients — Singapore and Hong Kong […]
For more episodes of Take It To The Board, click here! Does your community perform background checks on potential purchasers and potential renters? Do your community residents expect their neighbors to be screened for safety and financial capacity purposes? Join Donna DiMaggio Berger and guest Robert Sanchez, a seasoned professional from SARMA, as […]
Washington, DC, May 26, 2026 — Becker, a multi-practice commercial law firm with attorneys, lobbyists, and other professionals, is pleased to announce that Senior Government Relations Consultant Neri Ann Martinez has been appointed to the advisory board of Aspen Institute’s Aspen Conexión. The Aspen Institute is a nonpartisan global nonprofit that […]
