The Seventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has announced twelve applicants for two county court vacancies following recent changes in Volusia and Putnam counties. Public interviews are scheduled for April 7 in Daytona Beach with opportunities for community input before final…
A vacancy has opened on Florida’s Second Circuit Court after Judge Lance Neff’s elevation. The Judicial Nominating Commission is accepting applications until April 20 and plans interviews in May.
A recent Emerson College poll finds most Floridians still oppose mid-decade redistricting. Common Cause Florida says this reflects continued public resistance seen in previous surveys.
The Florida Bar has announced winners for its annual high school moot court competition held in Tallahassee. Students argued a fictitious appellate case before real judges. Top honors went to…
Voting rights groups have filed a federal lawsuit seeking an injunction against a new Florida law requiring documentary proof-of-citizenship for voting eligibility. Advocates warn that House Bill 991 could disenfranchise…
A vacancy has opened on Clay County Court after Judge Kristina Mobley’s appointment to Circuit Court. The Fourth Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission is accepting applications until April 17 for those…
The Florida Supreme Court has disciplined eight attorneys between late February and late March this year. Actions included license revocation, suspensions ranging from ten days to two years, and a…
The Foundation for Government Accountability has voiced support for a new executive order from President Trump targeting regulatory barriers in home construction. The group says reducing red tape could help…
Paige A. Greenlee has been elected President-elect Designate of The Florida Bar after winning a statewide vote. She will be sworn in at the Annual Convention in June before serving…
The Third District Court of Appeal Judicial Nominating Commission has submitted nominees to fill a judicial vacancy following Judge Kevin Emas’s retirement. The names were sent to Governor Ron DeSantis…
The 14th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission has named four applicants for a vacant county court judgeship following Judge Shane Vann’s retirement. Public interviews are set for March 27 in Panama…
The Third Judicial Circuit’s nominating commission has named six candidates for a circuit court seat left vacant by Judge Leandra G. Johnson’s retirement. The list now goes to Governor Ron…
The Eleventh Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has named nominees for new judicial vacancies created by SB2508. The list includes candidates for both circuit and county court positions in Miami-Dade County.
Indiana Governor Mike Braun has been named Foundation for Government Accountability’s 2025 ‘Governor of the Year.’ The organization cited his reforms on Medicaid sustainability and public health initiatives during his…
The 14th Judicial Circuit Nominating Commission has named five applicants seeking to fill a county court judgeship vacancy. Interviews are set for March 27, with details on time and location…
Common Cause Florida Executive Director Amy Keith criticized lawmakers for passing HB 991, which she says could block thousands of eligible citizens from voting. The organization plans ongoing efforts to…
Former Governor Jeb Bush has issued a statement supporting Senate Bill 1296 after its passage in Florida. The bill introduces new requirements for teacher representation in collective bargaining elections. The…
The Foundation for Government Accountability has voiced support for Senator Rick Scott’s new bill aimed at helping Americans save for their first homes. The organization says this legislation could make…
The 11th Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission has received applications for four judicial vacancies following SB 2508. Public interviews will be held March 13 in Miami before nominees are selected.
As the 2026 Florida Legislative Session enters its final phase, most remaining legislative action is set to take place on the floors of the House and Senate.
Common Cause has called on the Florida Legislature to halt legislative efforts that it says threaten Floridians’ First Amendment rights.
The Florida Bar Young Lawyers Division (YLD) and The Florida Bar will host their first Job and Resource Fair on March 6, 2026, at the Omni Fort Lauderdale Hotel.
Twelve candidates have been nominated for two judicial vacancies in Florida’s First Judicial Circuit following recent retirements. The list now goes to Governor Ron DeSantis for final selection.
The Florida Bar has announced an extension of the application deadline for vacancies on several Judicial Nominating Commissions (JNCs).
The Foundation for Government Accountability has voiced support for new federal efforts targeting welfare fraud. Recent actions include withholding Medicaid funds from Minnesota over ongoing concerns. FGA leaders say these…
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