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The Florida House rejected funding security for Ron DeSantis after his term ends, shaping the post-office protection debate.
Senate leaders urge FDLE to cover DeSantis’ security for 12 months after he leaves office.
Budget talks continued over Memorial Day weekend as leaders aimed to finish the process by late May.
House Speaker Daniel Perez and Budget Chair Lawrence McClure were involved in the budget talks.
The article notes ongoing tensions between the House and Senate over security funding for DeSantis.
The coverage debate is tied to broader budgeting actions and potential conditions for funding.
The article mentions potential 12-month security coverage in contrast to the House's stance.
FDLE involvement in DeSantis' security post-term remains a point of discussion.
The piece notes DeSantis' stance on security and the governor's approach to FDLE involvement.
The article outlines the timeline for budget cooling-off and the July 1 fiscal year start.

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The House and Senate reached an agreement on COLA increases for retired special‑risk employees, signaling a budget consensus.
COLA changes would begin July 1 each year, with eligibility tied to years of service under the Florida Retirement System.
Senate negotiator Ed Hooper described the agreement as a key recruitment and retention issue for public safety roles.
Funding details were debated, with the Senate proposing $15 million to cover retirement pay increases, which the House had not previously supported.
The development occurred amid ongoing budget conference talks addressing districts and public safety funding.
The agreement follows the Senate’s long‑standing priority of COLA adjustments for retired special‑risk employees.
The agreement is likely to influence how retirement pay increases are funded in the final state budget.
Public safety leaders and lawmakers continue to monitor the finalization timeline for these COLAs.
The issue centers on retired state workers classified as special risk, including firefighters and law enforcement.
The conference outcome reflects a broader trend of aligning House and Senate positions on key budget provisions.

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