State Resources
Here, find helpful links to various state, industry-related resources as well as our latest legislative priorities.
Helpful State Resources
- Online Sunshine - Florida Legislature - Schedules, Bills, Statutes, and More
- Office of the Governor of Florida
- Florida House of Representatives
- Florida Senate
- Department of Revenue
- Department of Environmental Protection
- Florida Division of State Fire Marshall
- Florida Department of Health's Tobacco Free Florida
- Department of Business & Professional Regulation, Division of Hotels & Restaurants
- Florida Housing Finance Corporation
The Florida Apartment Association (FAA)
As an AAGO member, you also benefit from dual membership with the Florida Apartment Association. FAA collaborates with state lobbyists and specialized public policy consultants on various projects of industry-wide impact around Florida. These resources are invaluable to members who would not ordinarily be able to tackle these issues on their own.
Human Trafficking Requirements
(FAA Blog Post | Human Trafficking Training | DBPR FAQ Sheet)
During the 2019 legislative session, the language was added to Florida Statute, designed to increase human trafficking awareness. This language adds new requirements that public lodging establishments must comply with. Per Section 509.096, these requirements officially went into effect on January 1, 2021. The new law and requirements thereof are enforced by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR).
Find and follow other legislation that FAA is tracking, here.
If you are interested in staying up to date on all things advocacy, be sure to select 'Advocacy' as one of your interests in your member profile. This selection will automatically add you to all of our legislative communications.