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Becker’s State Lobbying Update: Week 1: January 12th-16th, 2026

01.16.2026

Opening Day The 2026 Legislative Session commenced on Tuesday, January 13, with legislators gathering in Tallahassee to pass legislation and a balanced state budget. In his opening remarks, President Albritton outlined his commitment to Rural Florida by again pursuing his priority entitled Rural Renaissance. The bill passed the Senate in […]

Navigating Federal Funding: Becker’s Amanda Wood on Advancing Water Safety and Infrastructure Projects

01.13.2026

Becker’s Amanda Wood authored a recent Commercial Observer article examining how local governments and utilities can secure federal funding for critical water safety and infrastructure projects despite shifting policies, regulatory uncertainty, and increased competition for resources. In the piece, Amanda outlines practical strategies for navigating the federal funding landscape, aligning...

Becker’s Washington Weekly: Week of January 12

01.12.2026

Lawmakers Working to Avoid Government Shutdown With two scheduled session weeks remaining before the bulk of government funding expires on January 30th, lawmakers in both chambers are focused on advancing the outstanding FY’26 appropriations bills and avoiding a partial government shutdown. This week, the House is set to take up […]