Florida H1561: Joint Session for Purpose of Receiving Governor's Message

What the bill says

A concurrent resolution providing that the House of Representatives and the Senate convene in Joint Session for the purpose of receiving a message from the Governor.

From the introduced text, January 12, 2026:

A concurrent resolution providing that the House of Representatives and the Senate convene in Joint Session for the purpose of receiving a message from the Governor. WHEREAS, Governor Ron DeSantis has expressed a desire to address the Legislature in Joint Session, NOW, THEREFORE, Be It Resolved by the House of Representatives of the State of Florida, the Senate Concurring: That the House of Representatives and the Senate convene in Joint Session in the Chamber of the House of Representatives at 11:00 a.m. this day, January 13, 2026, for the purpose of receiving a message from the Governor.

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Sponsors

• Garrison, Sam (R, HD-011) · primary sponsor
• Rules (I) · primary sponsor

Latest actions

1. January 13, 2026: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version)
2. January 13, 2026: Laid on Table; Companion bill(s) passed, see SCR 1466 (Adopted)
3. January 12, 2026: Bill referred to House Calendar
4. January 12, 2026: Filed

Common questions

What is H1561?

H1561 is a bill in the Florida Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Joint Session for Purpose of Receiving Governor's Message.

What does H1561 do?

In its own words: A concurrent resolution providing that the House of Representatives and the Senate convene in Joint Session for the purpose of receiving a message from the Governor.

What is the status of H1561?

Passed one chamber as of January 13, 2026. Latest action: 1st Reading (Original Filed Version) (January 13, 2026).

Who sponsored H1561?

Garrison, Sam (R, HD-011), with 1 co-sponsor.

Where is the official record for H1561?

On the Florida Legislature website: https://www.flsenate.gov/Session/Bill/2026/1561