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Apr 8, 2025
State Senator Jennifer Bradley Leads Push for Smarter Condo Safety Reforms Amid Rising Concerns Over Municipal Building Oversight
With SB 1742, Sen. Jennifer Bradley is trying to bring clarity and flexibility to Florida’s building safety laws—but the chaos in Jacksonville shows that reform without enforcement is just paperwork.
Mar 11, 2025
Florida 2025 Legislative Session Condo Association Bills and Their Impact
Florida’s 2025 legislative session is set to address critical condominium regulations, balancing safety mandates with financial feasibility in response to widespread non-compliance and concerns over homeowner displacement.
Dec 25, 2024
Increasing Affordable Workforce Housing with Zoning Reforms
By reforming zoning regulations to incentivize density, streamline approvals, and mandate workforce housing, Jacksonville can increase the availability of affordable housing for essential workers and build a more resilient middle class.
Nov 21, 2024
The Need for ESG Rating Regulation
The rapid growth of ESG investing has led to a proliferation of unregulated rating agencies, raising concerns about the reliability and comparability of ESG ratings. While the European Union has taken steps to regulate ESG ratings, the U.S. has yet to implement similar measures, leaving a regulatory gap in the world's largest ESG market.
Nov 5, 2024
Greenwashing is the dishonest reporting of Corporate Sustainability
Companies face growing pressure to demonstrate sustainability, but the risk of greenwashing – misleading sustainability claims – is increasing. To mitigate this, companies must prioritize data accuracy, transparency, and independent verification, while investors must exercise due diligence.
Oct 25, 2024
The Role of Finance in Biodiversity Conservation
Biodiversity loss poses significant financial risks to businesses and economies worldwide. By investing in nature-based solutions and adopting sustainable practices, we can mitigate these risks and ensure a more resilient future for our planet and its people.
Oct 3, 2024
Impacts of 2024 Florida Homeless Law
Florida's new law, HB 1365, restricts public camping and sleeping while requiring counties to offer services to the homeless. This legislation aims to balance public safety concerns with addressing the root causes of homelessness and ensuring Florida's cherished outdoor living spaces remain accessible to all.
Jul 27, 2024
DeSantis on Florida Condo Legislation
During a press conference in Miami on July 25th, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis spoke to the need to address the unintended consequences of legislation passed to prevent tragedies such as the collapse of the Champlain Towers South condominium building in Surfside, Florida in 2021.

