Episode 131: Week 6 Legislative Recap with State Attorney RJ Larizza
Release Date: 04/10/2025
Episode 152: Week 9 Legislative Recap
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In the final episode of the 60-day regular session, FSA provides an update on where things stand as the legislative session comes to a close (sort of) and reviews the sheriffs’ priority issues that made it across the finish line this year. FSA then sits down with Representative Yvette Benarroch to discuss her bill, which passed this session and takes an important step toward addressing growing safety concerns surrounding e-bikes and scooters, particularly among youth across the state.
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Episode 151: Week 8 Legislative Recap
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In this episode, FSA provides a Week 8 legislative recap. We discuss the status of the state budget and then sit down with Rep. Chuck Brannan to reflect on his eight years in the Florida Legislature, where he has been a leading voice on public safety issues, as he prepares to wrap up his final term in office.
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Episode 150: Week 7 Legislative Recap
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In this episode, FSA provides an update on the sheriffs’ top legislative priorities as the 2026 Session enters its final stretch, with a special focus on school safety. We highlight HB 757, sponsored by Representative Michelle Salzman, which would expand Florida’s Guardian Program to colleges and universities, and also cover other key bills that advanced this week, including measures enhancing public safety, updating search warrant procedures, and tightening sexual offender restrictions.
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Episode 149: Week 6 Legislative Update
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In this episode, FSA shares an update on two of the sheriffs’ top legislative priorities as the 2026 Session enters its final stretch and attention turns to the state budget. With only three weeks remaining before the Legislature is scheduled to adjourn on March 13 and budget negotiations on the horizon, we’re joined by Erin Rock of The Southern Group to break down the state budget, including where things stand and what to expect in the weeks ahead.
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Episode 148: Week 4 Legislative Recap
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In this episode, the Florida Sheriffs Association provides a Week 4 legislative recap and then sits down with Representative Dan Daley (District 96). Representative Daley discusses his background growing up in Broward County, his path from prosecutor to public service, Alyssa’s Law, and how his experience in local government shaped his approach to public safety legislation.
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Episode 147: Week 3 Legislative Recap
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This week on FSACast, we recap Week 3 of Florida’s legislative session and the strong show of support for law enforcement at the FSA Sheriff’s Winter Conference in Ponte Vedra. Members of the Florida Cabinet, including Gov. Ron DeSantis, joined 60 of Florida’s 67 sheriffs as a clear message rang out: Florida stands behind those who uphold the law. State leaders reaffirmed their commitment to investing in public safety professionals and ensuring they have the support needed to protect their communities.
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Episode 146: Week 1 Legislative Recap
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In this episode, FSA kicks off the legislative session with a Week 1 recap, discussing the governor’s State of the State address and opening-day remarks from the speaker of the House and the Senate president. We then sat down with Capt. Abby Hilley of the Orange County Sheriff’s Office to discuss a bill that is especially important to the agency and its mission.
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Episode 145: 2026 Legislative Preview
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In this episode, FSA provides an early look at the 2026 legislative session, highlighting the sheriffs’ top priorities and their plans to support public safety across Florida. We also sit down with FSA’s contracted lobbyists, Angela Drzewiecki of GrayRobinson and Jennifer Green of Liberty Partners, who share their insights on what to expect from our state Capitol during this legislative session.
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Episode 144: Florida Lt. Gov. Jay Collins
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In this episode, Florida’s 21st Lieutenant Governor Jay Collins joins us for an inspiring conversation on service, leadership, and public safety. A decorated Army Special Forces veteran, he shares his journey from the battlefield to the State Capitol, overcoming life-changing injuries and championing key legislation as a State Senator. Lt. Gov. Collins discusses his commitment to Florida’s first responders, veterans, and communities, and offers his insights on Florida's leadership in immigration, border security, and protecting public safety. He also shares his guiding principle of...
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Episode 143: U.S. Rep. Laurel Lee
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In this episode, FSA welcomes back Congresswoman Laurel Lee, who proudly represents Florida’s 15th Congressional District, encompassing eastern Hillsborough County and parts of Pasco and Polk counties. Congresswoman Lee provides an update on her impactful public safety work in the U.S. House of Representatives, including the progress she is making with her colleagues on the House Judiciary Committee to address threats at home and abroad. She also reflects on her service as Florida’s 36th Secretary of State under the DeSantis Administration and how Florida is the top of the class for...
info_outlineIn this episode, FSA provides a Week 6 legislative update and dives into key public safety priorities as we pass the midpoint of the legislative session. We then sit down with the State Attorney for the 7th Judicial Circuit, RJ Larizza, to discuss the Jason Raynor Act, including the tragic case that inspired it. We explain the recent contention in the Senate over the bill and how both sides ultimately came together to reach a compromise.