Capitol Update – Week Ending 10/09/2026

Capitol Update is a review of state government.  Topics this week focus on:

• As the first hurricane to impact Florida this season took aim at the panhandle, state officials prepared for the recovery.
• The Department of Health held a hearing to gather feedback on a proposal to remove four childhood vaccinations from school entry requirements.
• A new dog training facility funded in the state budget could help give veterans a new outlook on life.