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Senators Clash Over Exemptions From Child-Care LicensingA bill that would make clear national groups like the Boys and Girls Clubs are exempt from Florida licensing requirements is stalled in a legislative committee, sparking a clash between two state senators.

Lawmakers Look To Drug 'Antagonist' To Halt OverdosesHouse and Senate committees this week backed proposals aimed at helping stop potential drug overdoses.

Lawmakers Considering Earlier School Start DatesFlorida lawmakers are considering proposals that would allow most school districts to start classes earlier in August.

Foster Kids Adoption Bill Headed To Senate FloorWith backing from Senate President Andy Gardiner and House Speaker Steve Crisafulli, lawmakers are moving quickly to approve a plan that would provide incentives for families to adopt children in the foster-care system.

Lawmakers Look To End Speed TrapsFor at least two decades, drivers found out the hard way where Waldo is.

Sheriff's Support Gives Boost To Evacuation Gun BillA National Rifle Association-supported measure that failed to win legislative approval a year ago appears to have a clear shot of advancing now that it has the backing of the Florida Sheriffs Association.

U.S. Sugar Land Buy A Tough Sell Among LawmakersA Senate-commissioned study could give hope to people who want the state to use a large chunk of voter-approved money for water and land projects to buy U.S. Sugar land in the Everglades before an October deadline.