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A Student's Guide to Florida's Legislative Process

The Legislature creates every legislation in Florida. The fundamental structure of Florida's government is outlined in the state's Constitution. In 1968, the Constitution underwent revision and amendment. The Legislature also determines the size of the houses and delineates the borders of congressional districts. The two houses of the state legislature are the Senate and the House of Representatives. They are in charge of passing laws for Florida and amending bills.


Florida may bring a lawsuit to contest a law through its attorney general. The state must, however, have a valid grievance and make a cognizable case against the federal government. The US Supreme Court is the appropriate venue for a dispute between a state and the federal government since the federal government lacks sovereign immunity against suits by states. Additionally, federal law has a preventative impact.


Students can visit the Florida Senate's website to learn more about the legislative procedure. They get access to data on committee sessions, senators, and other topics. To interact with lawmakers, they can go to the state Capitol. They can also get additional knowledge about the Senate by acting out senatorial roles and passing out papers.


The bi-cameral Legislature of Florida is made up of a 120-member House of Representatives and a 40-member Senate. The Legislature's regular session lasts for sixty days a year, starting on the first Tuesday after the first Monday in March and concluding on the second Monday in January. In addition, the Governor, the Speaker of the House, and the President of the Senate may occasionally summon special sessions.

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