by Andres Malave | Jul 1, 2025 | Legislative Updates
Governor DeSantis closed out the month of June by signing the nearly $115.7 billion budget and tax cut package. The Governor made $1.35 billion worth of vetoes, which includes $576 million in line-item vetoes. Many of those were highlighted in Florida Tax...
by Traeanne Reynolds | Jul 1, 2025 | RV Dealers
It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Jamie Jorgensen, FRVTA Region 7 President, who left us unexpectedly last Saturday evening. Jamie was more than a colleague—he was a true friend, a leader, and a bright presence in our industry. His commitment to...
by Sean Thompson | Jul 1, 2025 | FRVTA News
Dear FRVTA Members, As we move into the heart of summer, we officially wrap up our 2024–2025 show season. Thank you to everyone—dealers, vendors, and staff—who made each regional event a success. We will publish the full schedule for the 2025–2026 show season in...
by Andres Malave | Jun 1, 2025 | Legislative Updates
As we approach the midpoint of 2025, Florida’s political landscape is becoming more clear as lawmakers have reached a budget deal to and several local elections will take shape. Budget Agreement Reached After extended negotiations, the Florida Legislature has...
by Traeanne Reynolds | Jun 1, 2025 | Education, LP Gas Licensing
Whether you’re selling, servicing, inspecting, or hosting RVs at your facility, ensuring proper LP gas safety is not optional—it’s critical. In Florida and many other states, working on an RV’s LP gas system requires a state-issued license. Understanding why...
by Sean Thompson | Jun 1, 2025 | FRVTA News
Dear FRVTA Members, Summer is officially here, and with it comes a busy season for our industry. Whether you’re selling RVs, running a campground, servicing units, or supporting the RV lifestyle in another way, this is a critical time to connect with customers and...
by Ejola Cook | Jun 1, 2025 | Dealer Compliance
Do you ever get frustrated with text messages selling you products that you never asked for? Well, the government implemented laws to protect consumers from these types of texting campaigns, called the Telephone Communications Protections Act (TCPA). tcpa-rules.pdf...
by Traeanne Reynolds | May 30, 2025 | RV Dealers
The FRVTA will hold a one-week training course, August 4-8, for RVTI Level 1 Training and Certification. The weeklong class will be held at Keystone Heights RV Resort. Attendees can reserve full-hookup campsites or camping Wagons. There will also be a special room at...
by Andres Malave | May 5, 2025 | Legislative Updates
The Florida 2025 Legislative Session, initially set to conclude on May 2, has been extended to June 6 or until the state’s budget is finalized. Lawmakers will return to Tallahassee on May 12 to craft the 2025-2026 fiscal year budget, which is expected to be slightly...
by Ejola Cook | May 5, 2025 | RV Dealers
While I typically focus on the laws and cases affecting RV’s and our dealers, I feel I need to veer a little off the path and discuss Golf Carts. I know many of your customers use them, drive them, and you might even use them yourselves. But beware who you let drive...
