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A proposal (SB 1416/HB 1409) to revamp Florida's alimony laws 鈥� one of the most emotionally charged issues tackled by state lawmakers over the past decade 鈥� is back on the agenda during the 2023 Florida legislature.

Gov. Ron DeSantis has vetoed a measure that would have overhauled the state鈥檚 alimony laws. It's the third time that supporters of revamping the alimony system have gotten bills through the Florida Legislature only to have them nixed.

After years of legislative battles about the issue, Gov. Ron DeSantis faces a decision about whether to approve revamping the state鈥檚 alimony laws.

One of the most controversial parts of this year鈥檚 legislation would change the process for modification of alimony when people who have been paying seek to retire. Critics argued the plan could impoverish older ex-spouses who have been homemakers and are dependent on the payments.

01/30/13 - Wednesday's Topical Currents looks at the nationwide campaign for alimony reform. Most states鈥攊ncluding Florida鈥攈aven鈥檛 had a meaningful review鈥�