Dear Friends,

The first week of the 2025 Legislative Session has officially kicked off, and it’s been an exciting and eventful start here in Tallahassee. As we begin this year’s legislative journey, I’ve been engaging with fellow lawmakers, community leaders, and advocates to discuss the key priorities that will shape Florida’s future.

From policy discussions to committee sessions, we are laying the foundation for important legislation that will have a lasting impact on our state. I’ve also had the opportunity to connect with constituents and industry leaders to ensure that your voices are heard and included in the decision-making process.



As the session progresses, I’m excited to keep you informed on the latest developments and remain committed to achieving meaningful results for our district and all Floridians. Stay tuned for more updates in the weeks ahead!

Day One of the 2025 Legislative Session! Maggie and I are all smiles as we kick off another exciting term in the Florida House. It’s an honor to serve District 85 and work on policies that make a difference for our great state. Looking forward to a productive session ahead!

Kicking off the legislative session with Governor Ron DeSantis's opening address! He gave a powerful speech outlining the vision for Florida’s future. I look forward to working alongside my colleagues to make it happen!

• Cracking Down on Illegal Immigration – Florida is making rapid progress, now making it a crime to enter the state illegally.
• Lower Auto Insurance Costs – Floridians are seeing relief as automobile insurance prices continue to drop.
• Homeowners Insurance Improvements – Efforts to stabilize the market have led to lower homeowner insurance rates.
• Reducing Government Spending – Florida remains fiscally responsible by cutting unnecessary government expenditures.

I was glad to meet with the Consortium of Florida Education Foundations to discuss their important work and legislative priorities. Supporting education is key to Florida’s future, and I appreciate their dedication to our students and schools!

It was great to meet with BlueCube and hear about their work and initiatives. Their Wolfpack team, made up of students from Palm Beach and Martin Counties, has already launched three satellites and is developing a fourth. Through the ACET initiative, local schools and Palm Beach State College will build and launch six small satellites within a year, while also expanding academic pathways for aerospace certifications. I appreciate the opportunity to discuss ways to support innovation and business growth in Florida!

My Legislation for the 2025 Legislative Session:

Curious about what bills I’m running this legislative session? Click here to follow along!

HB 433 - Administrative Procedures (First Reading)

• Government Operations Subcommittee
• Budget Committee
• State Affairs Committee

HB 579 - Development Permits and Orders (First Reading)

• Housing, Agriculture & Tourism Subcommittee
• Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
• Commerce Committee

HB 843 - Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Trust Funds (First Reading)

• Agriculture & Natural Resources Budget Subcommittee
• Natural Resources & Disasters Subcommittee
• Budget Committee

HB 893 - Construction Liens and Bonds (First Reading)

• Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee
• Industries & Professional Activities Subcommittee
• Judiciary Committee

HB 919 - Nursing Education Programs (First Reading)

• Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee
• Careers & Workforce Subcommittee
• Health & Human Services Committee

HB 921 - Required Instruction in Cursive Writing (First Reading)

• Student Academic Success Subcommittee
• Education & Employment Committee

HB 973 - Special Districts (First Reading)

• Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
• Agriculture & Natural Resources Budget Subcommittee
• State Affairs Committee

HB 1339 - Assessment of Property Used for Residential Purposes (New Committee)

• Ways & Means Committee (NEW!)
• Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee
• State Affairs Committee

HB 6013 - Bump-fire Stocks (First Reading)

• Criminal Justice Subcommittee
• Judiciary Committee

The next several weeks will be very busy for me and my team as the legislative session gets underway, but we are excited about all that we will accomplish for our state and district. Thank you for your continued support and faith in my leadership in Tallahassee! I look forward to sharing with you again soon.

Sincerely,

Rep. Toby Overdorf