Q: I have a question regarding affidavits. I am the Secretary of my condominium association and am sometimes asked to sign affidavits for the mailing of meeting notices and similar documents. When are these actually required? (R.M., via e-mail) A: The Florida Condominium Act, Chapter 718, Florida Statutes, requires various […]
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 […]
Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of July 13
07.13.2026
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 […]
Q: I am on the board of my condominium association and we were required to get a structural integrity reserve study last year, and we did. We are now faced with unanticipated structural repairs to the building. Florida statutes say that we have to have our structural integrity reserve study […]
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 […]
