Florida Legislation Watch

To stay aware of proposed Florida legislation that may impact the Town of Lauderdale-By-The-Sea, here is some important information about the upcoming 2022 Florida Legislative Session. The Florida League of Cities this session supports legislation that restores authority to local governments to regulate short-term rentals, local business tax preservation, dedicating resources to help cities with cybersecurity and economic development incentives.

Latest Report from Ericks Consultants, the Town's lobbyist in Tallahassee.
(10-18-21)

Florida League of Cities Legislative Conference Website 

Florida League of Cities Legislative Conference Action Agenda

Florida League of Cities Guide To Presenting Legislation

Florida League of Cities Guideline On Staying Involved After A Legislative Conference

2022 Legislative Session

Local Broward Bills Impacting The Town


Broward County: Authorizing the Broward County Commission to levy a discretionary surtax on documents pursuant to 201.031, F.S., to create and finance affordable housing throughout Broward County.

Broward County: Creating an independent special taxing district to provide and fund senior services.


Legislative Representatives


OfficialOfficePhoneEmail / Website
Gary Farmer Jr.State Senator954-467-4227Senator Farmer's Website
Chip LaMarcaState Representative850-717-5093Chip LaMarca's Website


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