Capitol Update – Nightly During Session

Capitol Update is daily review of state government during the Legislative Session. Today’s topics include:

The House and Senate agree to extend the session to Monday, May 8; leaders hope to publish a budget by Friday.
Governor Rick Scott declares a statewide medical emergency because of the opioid drug use epidemic.
Dozens of bills moved through the House and Senate, including proposals dealing with education issues, flood insurance and hemp research.