n this episode of In Session with Rep Rita, I sit down with someone from our community to talk about something I hear all the time right now. People are working hard, doing what they are supposed to do, and it still does not feel like enough.

This is a real conversation about what it looks like to be middle class right now. The cost of groceries, housing, insurance, and just everyday life keeps going up, and families are feeling it in a very real way.

We talk about the stress that comes with trying to keep up, the decisions people are having to make, and how hard it can be to plan ahead when everything feels uncertain.

This is not about politics as usual. It is about lived experience. It is about what people are going through right now.

These are the voices that should be shaping the decisions we make.

Thank you for being here and for staying engaged.

Friends, we made it through another legislative session—and if it felt long, that’s because it was.

In this episode, I walk you through the biggest headlines, the real impacts behind the bills, and what you should actually be paying attention to (not just what’s trending online).

Key Topics Covered

What Passed

• Major budget decisions and where your tax dollars are going
• Key legislation impacting affordability, insurance, and everyday costs
• Wins that will directly benefit our community

What Didn’t Make It

• Important bills that stalled or were left behind
• Missed opportunities that could have helped working families
• What I was fighting for didn’t cross the finish line

The Controversial Stuff

• Bills that sparked real debate on the House floor
• What these policies actually do vs. how they were presented
• Why some of these issues matter long after the session ends

The Budget Reality Check

• Where the state chose to invest—and where it didn’t
• What this means for schools, healthcare, and local communities
• The big picture: priorities vs. politics

My Takeaways

• This session moved fast—but not always in the right direction
• Affordability continues to be one of the biggest issues facing Floridians
• There’s a growing gap between what people need and what’s being prioritized
• The work doesn’t end when the session gavels out

What’s Next

• How these new laws will start impacting you
• What I’ll be working on during the interim
• How you can stay engaged and make your voice heard

Let’s Stay Connected

Have a question about a bill or how something affects you? Reach out—I’m here to help.

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Recorded mid-session, I go over what's been happening in Tallahassee so far.