Pittman Law Group

10/09/2026

From bipartisan efforts to address AI safety and protect agriculture to new federal investments in Florida’s rail infrastructure, here are three developments we’re watching across Florida:

🦾 Bipartisan Senate Effort Puts AI Safety and Oversight in Focus: Bipartisan lawmakers are working on AI safety legislation, with Sen. Maria Cantwell also proposing federal standards for safety, testing, and transparency.

🚆 USDOT Announces $416 Million for Florida Rail Safety and New Station: Federal funding will support safety upgrades at 910 rail crossings statewide and a new station in Cocoa, with Florida contributing an additional $100 million.

🚜 Florida Lawmakers Introduce Bipartisan Agricultural Relief Bill: Four Florida Congress Members introduced the RAISE Act of 2026, giving the U.S. Department of Agriculture greater authority to help farmers recover from natural disasters through block grants.

As federal policy initiatives and infrastructure investments create new implications for Florida’s technology, transportation, and agricultural industries, PLG remains focused on monitoring policy, regulatory developments, and issues affecting our clients and communities.

10/09/2026

From renewed scrutiny of the Hope Florida controversy to a notable shift in September voter-registration activity and preparations for Hurricane Isaias, here are three developments we’re watching across Florida:

⚖️ Hope Florida Case Draws Renewed Criminal Scrutiny: On October 7, a Florida appeals court ordered a Leon County grand jury report on a $10 million payment to the Hope Florida Foundation expunged, ruling the jury exceeded its authority.

🗳️ Democrats Outpace Republicans in September Voter Registration: For the first time since 2021, Democrats registered roughly 500 more voters than Republicans statewide in September.

🌀 Florida Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Hurricane Isaias: Gov. Ron DeSantis declared a state of emergency for 25 Florida counties as the first hurricane of the season, Hurricane Isaias, approaches the Gulf Coast.

As Florida navigates legal and political developments, election activity, and preparations for Hurricane Isaias, PLG remains focused on monitoring state policy, litigation, elections, emergency management, and issues affecting our clients and communities.

10/07/2026

10/05/2026

Today is the deadline to register to vote in Florida! 🗳️

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10/02/2026

From Congress adjourning to the Supreme Court’s new term, and Senate action on legislation addressing data center-driven electricity costs, here are three developments we’re watching across Washington:

🏛️ Congress Adjourns Until After the Midterm Elections: The House and Senate have left Washington for the final time before the November midterm elections, ending the current legislative session.

⚖️ Supreme Court Begins October Term: The Supreme Court will begin its new term, with cases involving climate litigation, veterans’ benefits, and retirement-plan fiduciary duties, among the first disputes on the Court’s calendar.

⚡ Senate Blocks Data Center Energy-Cost Bill: The Senate voted 57-43 against advancing the Ratepayer Protection Act, which addresses the impact of large data centers on infrastructure and consumer costs.

As Congress enters the final stretch before the 2026 midterm elections, PLG continues to monitor federal legislation, regulatory developments, judicial activity, and national issues affecting our clients and communities.

10/02/2026

From protecting Florida’s agricultural lands to new questions surrounding the state’s revenue outlook and the Attorney General’s action against OpenAI, here are three developments we’re watching across Florida:

🌾 Over 4,500 Acres of Agricultural Land Protected: Commissioner Wilton Simpson announced the permanent protection of working agricultural land through the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program.

💰 Florida Revenue Comes in Near Forecast: Florida fell just $2 million below revenue projections for August. The results come after a recent forecast increase of nearly $1 billion, with sales tax collections falling below expectations.

🤖 Florida AG Seeks Injunction Against OpenAI: Attorney General James Uthmeier has asked a state court for a temporary injunction, restricting OpenAI development and limiting ChatGPT’s availability to minors.

As Florida continues to navigate growth, fiscal pressures, and emerging technology issues, PLG remains focused on monitoring state policy, regulatory developments, litigation, and issues affecting our clients and communities.

09/28/2026

A new face is joining the PLG team! 🎉 Please help us welcome our new fall intern, Sophie Pineiro.

Sophie is a third-year pre-law student at 🍢 FSU, where she is studying Political Science and Finance and pursuing a minor in Economics. Her interest in public service and the intersection of law, government, and policy makes her a great addition to our team.

We’re glad to have you with us, Sophie, and look forward to a great semester ahead! ✨

09/28/2026

Pittman Law Group was proud to take part in the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation’s Annual Legislative Conference. It was an incredible week of meaningful conversations, new connections, and important discussions about the issues shaping our communities.

Thank you to the Congressional Members and everyone else who joined us throughout the week. We were also grateful for the opportunity to connect with so many of our clients, elected officials, community leaders, and friends from across the country.

We left D.C. energized by the conversations and partnerships that continue to move our communities forward.

09/25/2026

From a federal court order restoring White House access to major news organizations to changes in Affordable Care Act enrollment and movement on federal NIL legislation, here are three developments we’re watching across Washington:

📰 White House Press Access: A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to restore White House access for CNN, MS NOW, and Politico after their press credentials were revoked.

🏥 ACA Marketplace Enrollments: CMS canceled approximately 315,000 Affordable Care Act Marketplace enrollments covering more than 760,000 individuals, citing unauthorized enrollments and projecting roughly $2.2 billion in recovered subsidies.

🏈 NIL Legislation: The Senate advanced the Protect College Sports Act toward a final vote on Monday, September 28, which would establish a federal framework governing name, image, and likeness rights in college athletics.

As Congress continues its work ahead of the end of the fiscal year and the 2026 election, PLG continues to monitor federal legislation, regulatory developments, and national issues impacting our clients and communities.

09/25/2026

From election-fraud enforcement to a new lawsuit targeting insulin prices and continued improvement in Florida’s property insurance market, here are three developments we’re watching across Florida:

🗳️ Election Fraud Enforcement: Florida officials announced 20 arrests related to alleged voter fraud, including cases involving noncitizens and individuals with felony convictions.

💊 Insulin Pricing: Attorney General James Uthmeier sued major insulin manufacturers and pharmacy benefit managers, alleging practices that contributed to higher insulin and diabetes-drug prices.

🏠 Citizens Property Insurance: Citizens President Timothy Cerio said “the market is working” as the state-backed insurer continues to shrink, with policyholders encouraged to shop for coverage in Florida’s expanding private insurance market.

As Florida approaches the November 3 General Election and the 2027 Legislative Session, PLG continues to monitor election administration, consumer protection, property insurance, and other state issues impacting our clients and communities.