Be ready · Most on July 1; some October 1 or January 1
New Florida laws take effect.
After each legislative session, new Florida laws take effect throughout the year, most commonly on July 1, with others on October 1 or January 1. Some will touch your industry: licensing, contracts, filings, property or employment. A short review each summer catches what matters.
Most on July 1; some October 1 or January 1 Every Florida business
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Other seasons and events
January through April 15
Tax season1099s go out, returns come due, and the CPA's calendar fills up fast.January 1 through May 1
Florida annual report seasonEvery Florida company must file by May 1 or pay a $400 late fee.Spring and summer, with announced enforcement weeks
Inspection seasonRoadside inspection blitzes, announced ahead of time. Clean paperwork keeps trucks rolling.Spring into summer, moving north
Produce seasonCapacity tightens and rates move as harvests roll north from Florida and Texas.June 1 through November 30
Hurricane seasonRecords backed up, properties secured, and a plan for the days after a storm.August notices through March 31
Property tax seasonProposed values arrive in August; bills paid in November earn the biggest discount.October through December
Peak shipping seasonRetail freight surges and capacity gets tight from October to the holidays.October through December 31
Year-end trucking renewalsUCR for next year, IFTA credentials and the insurance renewals that come with January.June through September
Summer on the roadHeat is hard on drivers, tires, engines and reefers. A few habits prevent most summer breakdowns.June and July
Mid-year business reviewHalfway through the year is the best time to fix cash flow, pricing and records.November and December
Year-end case reviewCourts slow down for the holidays. A good time to get every file's records current before January.November and December
Year-end tax planningSome tax decisions only count if they happen by December 31. Meet your CPA while there is still time.March through May
Spring cleanup seasonGrowth season brings overgrowth citations. Clean up before the rainy season and the code officer arrive.December through February
Winter runs up northFlorida trucks heading north meet snow, ice, chain laws and gelling fuel. A short plan keeps them moving and safe.Usually from November 1
Health coverage open enrollmentThe yearly window to sign up for or change health coverage. Missing it can mean waiting a year.Start an engagement
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