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Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of July 20

07.20.2026
Perry S. AdairAnthony BedellChris BerardiniAngel W. Colón-RiveraShannon DuncansonBert GómezSadie HaireAlfonso LopezNeri Ann MartinezClarence WilliamsAmanda L. WoodCorey Weeks

House’s Sprint to the Finish Lawmakers return to Washington with an ambitious agenda in what will be the House of Representatives’ final week in session before the August recess. The House of Representatives is facing perhaps its most consequential legislative week of the summer with several major items set to […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Federal Lobbying

What Florida HB 803 (2026) Means for Municipalities, Counties, and Developers in Florida

07.17.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

On May 6, 2026, the Governor signed House Bill 803 (2026) into law and it took effect on July 1, 2026. It amended Section 533.791, Florida Statutes, regarding permit review timelines, the role of private providers (i.e., a licensed engineer, architect, or building code administrator authorized under Section 553.791, Florida […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying

Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of July 13

07.13.2026
Perry S. AdairAnthony BedellChris BerardiniAngel W. Colón-RiveraShannon DuncansonBert GómezSadie HaireAlfonso LopezNeri Ann MartinezClarence WilliamsAmanda L. WoodCorey Weeks

Pressure Builds as August Recess Looms Congress returns to Washington with big ticket items, including the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) and Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations bills, still pending with the month’s-long August recess just weeks away. House activity remains sensitive as a group of GOP members have practically locked […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Federal Lobbying

Becker Spotlight: Congress’ Remaining 2026 To-Do List

07.08.2026
Perry S. AdairAnthony BedellChris BerardiniShannon DuncansonOmar FrancoBert GómezSadie HaireAlfonso LopezNeri Ann MartinezClarence WilliamsCorey WeeksAmanda L. Wood

Overview: This following spotlight highlights the 119th Congress’ remaining legislative agenda for the year ahead of the midterm elections and seating of the 120th Congress next January. This includes certain bills expiring on September 30th and December 31st, as well as the status of other relevant bills that are still […]

Areas of Focus: Federal Lobbying, Government Law & Lobbying

Florida HB 1389 (2026): The Latest Evolution of the Live Local Act

06.30.2026
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

Florida continues to refine its approach to addressing the state’s housing affordability challenges. On June 26, 2026, the Governor signed House Bill 1389 (2026), the latest revision to the Live Local Act, into law, and it will take effect on July 1, 2026. With the passage of House Bill 1389, […]

Areas of Focus: Government Law & Lobbying, Florida Legislative Lobbying