Sam Ard, Director of Governmental Affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, explains why the Florida Legislature will be taking a break next week.
And when they return, the budget will be one of the main priorities before the session ends, As a matter of fact, The News Service of Florida reported today that Appropriations Chairman Joe Negron, R-Stuart, said Senate and House leaders are working on budget allocations. He said he anticipates conference meetings could start the afternoon of April 21. Lawmakers will take next week off because of the Passover and Easter holidays.