Property Taxes, Increasing Accountability for Family Empowerment Scholarships, and Expanding Opportunities in Rural Communities
Florida’s 2026 Legislative Session is scheduled to start on Tuesday, January 13.
The education subcommittees leading up to this year’s legislative session have highlighted the return on investment for baccalaureate degrees, increased enrollment and expanding career technical education programs, and administrative improvements to universal choice.
It’s anticipated lawmakers will take a more conservative approach to budget decisions again this year, as strategic decisions made during last session significantly improved the state’s near-term financial position.
FCAN’s 2026 Legislative Session Preview describes the budget and policy priorities from Governor DeSantis and the Legislature to watch this session. Many of the proposals before the legislature will impact the state’s path to achieving a Talent Strong Florida.