Post-FSU shooting package clears House, floor-ready in Senate

By: Jay Waagmeester

Outlets: Florida Phoenix

Published: February 26, 2026

Words: 1,919

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

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Less than a year after a gunman opened fire on Florida State University’s campus, killing two and injuring more, the Florida House has passed a bill intended to prevent another shooting.

Members voted 83-25 on HB 757, Rep. Michelle Salzman’s bill that she says she traveled to state to formulate following the FSU shooting, which happened as lawmakers were present at the Capitol just blocks away from campus.

“It was a tough time. …

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