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Board approves 2026 legislative priorities, authorizes local bill on inmate medical costs
Summary
Indian River County commissioners approved the county’s 2026 legislative priorities Oct. 21, including advocacy on septic‑to‑sewer funding and flexibility, support for home rule, and authorization to pursue a local bill to cap or align off‑site inmate medical costs with state practice; staff said the county will press appropriations for septic‑sew
The Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 21 unanimously approved the county’s proposed 2026 legislative priorities and authorized staff to pursue a local bill related to compensation for off‑site inmate medical services.
Kathy Copeland, communications and legislative affairs manager, briefed the board on likely state items for the coming session, stressing that property tax reform is a major focus at the state level and that many bills are in early stages. Copeland said county priorities will include…
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