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BECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #2

03.15.2021
Ellyn Setnor BogdanoffBernie FriedmanJosé K. FuentesYolanda Cash JacksonNicholas G. MatthewsLaToya Sheals

WASHINGTON, D.C. UPDATES COVID-19 On Thursday, March 11, 2021, President Biden signed a $1.9 trillion COVID-19 stimulus bill known as the American Rescue Plan. This packaged bill contains a wide range of benefits to help Americans still suffering from the pandemic-related collapse of the economy. The measure includes direct payments […]

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

SPOTLIGHT: LaToya Sheals, Government & Lobbying

03.11.2021
LaToya Sheals

In celebration of Women’s History Month, Becker showcases the inspiration, philosophies, and expertise of the women attorneys and lobbyists who help elevate our firm and client service.  LaToya Sheals is an experienced Government Relations Consultant, regularly investigating and analyzing legislation and developing public policy on issues such as healthcare, education, […]

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

BECKER UPDATE: 2021 Florida Legislative Session, Week #1

03.09.2021
Ellyn Setnor BogdanoffBernie FriedmanJosé K. FuentesYolanda Cash JacksonNicholas G. MatthewsLaToya Sheals

OPENING DAY Tuesday, March 2, 2021 marked the opening day for the 2021 Legislative Session for the House and the Senate. Senate President Wilton Simpson, House Speaker Chris Sprowls, and Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed both chambers with a level of hope and optimism as the state is doing its best […]

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

Pending Legislation Aims to Relieve Processing Headache During Natural Emergency

03.03.2021
Kathleen “Katie” O. Berkey, AICP

New bill would expand list of permits and authorizations qualifying for extension due to a Governor-declared natural emergency. Section 252.363(1)(a), Florida Statutes, provides that certain permits and authorizations are eligible for an extension once a natural emergency is declared by the Governor for the length of time the declaration is […]

Areas of Focus: Real Estate, Government Law & Lobbying, Construction Law & Litigation