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A proposal (SB 1416/HB 1409) to revamp Florida's alimony laws — one of the most emotionally charged issues tackled by state lawmakers over the past decade — is back on the agenda during the 2023 Florida legislature.
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Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a measure that would have overhauled the state’s alimony laws. It's the third time that supporters of revamping the alimony system have gotten bills through the Florida Legislature only to have them nixed.
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After years of legislative battles about the issue, Gov. Ron DeSantis faces a decision about whether to approve revamping the state’s alimony laws.
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Lawmakers are again considering a proposal to change how alimony and child sharing is handled in divorce cases. Of the many changes included in the measure, one would eliminate permanent alimony unless both parties agree to it. A group of family law attorneys are against the proposal.
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The rules surrounding alimony are back before the Florida Legislature. It’s been almost two years since Governor Rick Scott vetoed a bill that would have…
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A bill that would have ended permanent alimony in Florida was vetoed by Gov. Rick Scott a few months ago. But plans are already being made to bring it…
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Join The Florida Roundup at noon on WLRN 91.3 FM for a lively discussion on the week's news, including:Florida’s annual lawmaking session is coming to an…
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01/30/13 - Wednesday's Topical Currents looks at the nationwide campaign for alimony reform. Most states—including Florida—haven’t had a meaningful review…