Florida policy

In December, we tracked new bills for the 2026 Legislative Session in Florida. Our legislative session started strong in January, but in December, our state representatives and senators already begin to file bills. 

This year, we are supporting: 

The Florida Prosperity Act, a bill that pushes forward a welcoming vision for Florida that includes the well-being of every Floridian. The Prosperity Act includes reinstating in-state tuition, increases public safety by expanding the list of documents accepted when qualified drivers apply for a Florida driver”s license, expands Florida’s work force by making sure that qualified workers, including those who are still navigating our very complex immigration system, can get occupational licenses in our state, and it guarantees access to education to children who are unhoused by ensuring that children can go to schools in their district, regardless of their immigration status or where they might be sheltered or relocated.

The Visible Act, a bill that ensures the safety of every Floridian by helping citizens identify legitimate immigration-enforcement officers (CBP, ICE, federal agents performing immigration operations, and deputized state/local officers) by requiring the display of clearly legible ID, with agency name/initials and name or badge number, visible and unobscured. It also pushes for prohibiting the use of non-medical face coverings that obscure identity, with exceptions for environmental hazards or covert/non-public-facing operations.

This year, we are opposing: 

Student Ban Bill, which signals that Florida is willing to trade student opportunity for ideology. This bill would severely limit certain students who are still navigating our complex immigration system from enrolling in dual enrollment or our public colleges and universities. 

The Unjust Liabilities Bill, which is being pushed forward by an immigrant lawmaker. This bill would “would fine law enforcement agencies for not partnering with ICE and allowing families whose loved ones were killed by a noncitizen to sue certain local governments.” You can read more about it here. 

Domestic Violence Based on Marriage Fraud, a bill that would redefine domestic violence to include marriage fraud. This is nothing more than another attempt to create more power imbalances in relationships. 

Other bills we are opposing include attacks on being able to send remittances, a cap on foreign students, anti-Muslim bills pushed forward by hatred, and more.

If you want to get involved, send us a message!