Florida Lawmakers Approve $115.1 Billion Budget With $1.3B Tax Cut After 105-Day Session Amid DeSantis-Perez Feud

Florida lawmakers concluded a protracted legislative session by approving a $115.1 billion state budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The session extended to 105 days, nearly double the usual 60-day period, and included six weeks of overtime beyond the original deadline. The budget, passed late Monday night with overwhelming support in both the House (103-2) and Senate (34-0), incorporates a $1.3 billion tax relief package, representing the largest recurring tax cut in Florida's history. This budget marks a $3.8 billion reduction, or 3.2%, from the previous year's spending. Despite the passage, the budget omits several key priorities amid ongoing tensions between Governor Ron DeSantis and legislative leaders. The approval comes two weeks ahead of a potential state government shutdown and signals a new fiscal direction for Florida.