Supreme Court Halts Enforcement of Florida Immigration Law
On July 9, 2025, the U.S. Supreme Court rejected an emergency appeal from the state of Florida, temporarily blocking the enforcement of a new immigration law that criminalizes the entry of certain undocumented immigrants into the state. The decision allows a lower court’s injunction to remain in place while the case continues through the legal […]
New Florida Law Regulates Advertising of Notary and Immigration Services
With the goal of preventing confusion and protecting consumers, the Florida State Legislature has passed HB 915, a law that introduces new restrictions on the advertising of notarial and immigration services. This law, which will go into effect on July 1, 2025, sets strict guidelines on how notaries who are not attorneys and individuals offering […]
ICE Agreements with Local Police Increase Across the U.S.
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has tripled its collaboration agreements with local law enforcement agencies in recent months, as part of a federal strategy to intensify immigration law enforcement across the United States. As of April 17, 2025, there were 456 active agreements under the 287(g) program, up from 139 in December 2024, according […]
Florida toughens laws against illegal immigration
The state of Florida has approved a new legislative package that significantly toughens measures against illegal immigration. These laws, signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, include the death penalty for undocumented immigrants who are found guilty of serious crimes, as well as new restrictions for those who reside in the state without legal status. You may […]
Florida Eases Professional Practice with the New Universal Licensing Law
As of January 1, 2025, Florida has implemented the Universal Licensing Law (SB 1600), a regulation that simplifies the validation process for professional licenses held by workers from other states. Signed by Governor Ron DeSantis, this initiative aims to remove regulatory barriers and promote labor mobility in key sectors such as healthcare, education, construction, and […]
