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New laws take effect in Florida on July 1, from Trump Airport to state budgets and more
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· July 1, 2026
· 5 min read
About 140 laws from the regular session and a trio of special sessions went into effect in Florida July 1 – the start of the state's fiscal year.The changes range from regulations for massive data centers and renaming Palm Beach International Airport for President Donald Trump to prohibiting l
Key takeaway Ron DeSantis signed Monday, but not before trimming $1.
Why this matters in The Miami
For Miami residents, the new laws taking effect in Florida will have a direct impact on daily life, particularly when it comes to safety. The allowance for volunteer security guards at houses of worship to carry guns without state licensing requirements may lead to increased security measures in Miami's diverse faith communities, including those in Little Havana and Miami Beach. Additionally, the state's ability to designate groups as "domestic terrorist organizations" may influence how local law enforcement, such as the Miami Police Department and Miami-Dade Police, approach and interact with certain groups in the community. As Miami is a major hub for Latin American and Caribbean communities, the limits on business dealings with "countries of concern," including Cuba and Venezuela, may also have significant economic implications for the city's businesses and residents.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 1, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 5 min
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