Which body handles budget and spending to fund public services in Florida?

• A. Florida Legislature
• B. Florida Supreme Court
• C. Governor's Office
• D. Florida Cabinet

Answer: (A)

Budget decisions for Florida are made by the Legislature through appropriations. Senators and representatives review requests from state agencies, debate how funds should be spent, and pass appropriations bills that specify how money goes to public services like schools, healthcare, transportation, and more. The governor can propose a budget and has veto power, so they can influence the plan, but the final allocation of funds comes from the Legislature. The Governor’s Office and Cabinet don’t control the overall budget, though they influence and administer funded programs. The Supreme Court doesn’t handle budgeting; its role is to interpret laws and resolve legal disputes.