State government has a direct impact on the lives of Florida’s citizens. From health care to education to environmental issues, your state lawmakers make decisions that affect you and your family. But how much do you know about what happens in the state house and senate chambers?

Use this Florida Government Guide to find answers to your questions.

Bills passed in the state legislature directly impact your day-to-day life, but how much do you know about how Florida's government works?

Find out about the different branches of government, who’s who in Florida government, what happens in a legislative session, and what bills are expected to come up this year.

• How Florida Government Works

The Florida Legislature is made up of a 40-member Florida Senate and a 120-member Florida House of Representatives. Each Florida resident has a state senator and state representative that represents them in Tallahassee. 

Below are the maps for the Florida House and Senate districts. You can zoom in and maneuver each map to where you live. Then, hover your cursor over the district in your area to find your legislator. Click on the district to go to that legislator's website. 

Not sure which district is yours? You can look up all your representatives by going to the Florida House of Representatives website and typing in your address. There's also a link to find your Florida State Senator.

Every year over 1,000 bills are filed in the Florida House and Senate. With only 60 days in the legislative session, not all of them make it up for debate.

Do you have an issue that's important to you? Keep tabs on what your lawmakers are talking about so you can be in the know.

Florida Senate Bill List | Bill Tracker Tool

Florida House Bill List | Bill Tracker Tool

• February 6, 2023: First day of the special session to discuss the Reedy Creek Improvement district, among other things. 
• February 13, 2023: Special Session committee meetings begin.

Senate Calendar | House Calendar

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