The law establishes a statewide searchable database to protect adoptable cats and dogs.

There are only a few new laws tracking effect in Florida in the beginning of 2026, but several existing laws have January provisions or deadlines.

Florida database tracks those guilty of animal cruelty. Pet sellers, rescue groups can screen applicants so they won't place a dog with animal abusers ...

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Wondering if you can bring your furry friend along for your next grocery run in Florida? Here's what state and federal laws ...

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Part of a new Florida law takes effect Jan. 1 that aims to make it easier to find out if a person wanting to adopt a dog or cat has a history of animal abuse. Back in May, ...

Nearly 2,000 bills were filed during the 2025 legislative session – and more than 250 were passed by both the Florida Senate and the Florida House of Representatives. Most laws in Florida typically go ...

SUPPORT GROWTH AND CRITICAL INVESTMENTS IN THE ELECTRIC GRID. ALSO HAPPENING THIS WEEK, NEW STATE LAWS WILL TAKE EFFECT ON JANUARY 1ST. ONE WILL CREATE AN ANIMAL CRUELTY DATABASE. THE FLORIDA ...

Here’s what you need to know about owning a raccoon as a pet in Florida, and how some exotic pets in Florida are classified ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. More than 250 new bills were signed into law in 2025, counting relief bills and city and county ordinances. More than 130 state ...