2023 Florida Legislative Recap

By: Jason Rodriguez (State Government Relations Manager, Baycare) & Melissa Meshil (Local Government Relations Manager, HCA Healthcare)

Legislative Co-Chairs, St. Petersburg Chamber

2023 St. Pete/Clearwater Days in Tallahassee

The theme of the 2023 Legislative Session was Big Budget and Big Policy.  St. Petersburg Area Chamber of Commerce approved a comprehensive Legislative Agenda ahead of the session, results are indicated below as either passed, defeated or not addressed.  The St. Pete Chamber is currently compiling a legislative recap video featuring local elected officials.  Stay tuned!

"By the Numbers"

• 1,872 Bills and Proposed Committee Bills Filed
• 2,674 Amendments Filed
• 3,229 Votes Taken
• 46 Floor Sessions
• 356 Bills Passed by Both Chambers

Chamber Priority: Education

Chamber Priority: Health & Wellness

Chamber Priority: Housing & Transportation

Chamber Priority: Business & Economic Development

Chamber Priority: Sustainability & Resiliency