2026 Legislative Debrief

The Children's Movement of Florida Live

Tuesday, July 7, 2026

Florida's 2026 Legislative Session has concluded, bringing important legislative and budget decisions that will shape the future of children and families across our state. 

We discussed the outcomes of the session, what they mean for Florida's youngest children and their families, and the opportunities that lie ahead.

Speakers

Representative Fiona McFarland, Florida House of Representatives, District 73 (Sarasota)

Rep. Fiona McFarland

Florida House of Representatives

President & CEO, The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County

James R. Haj

President & CEO, The Children's Trust of Miami-Dade County

Director of Policy, The Children's Movement of Florida

Daniela Borroto

Director of Policy, The Children's Movement of Florida

MKT

Madeleine K. Thakur

President & CEO, The Children's Movement of Florida

Together, we can continue advancing the policies and investments that give every child in Florida the opportunity to thrive in their first five years of life.