A recent statewide poll conducted by the Florida Chamber of Commerce shows that local businesses in Florida continue to enjoy strong support from residents, and trust in business remains high. The poll, carried out between August 13 and 24, 2025, surveyed 600 likely voters and has a margin of error of plus or minus four percent.
Support for lawsuit abuse reform remains steady among Floridians two years after landmark legislation was passed to address frivolous litigation in the state. Only 11% of those polled believe the reforms went too far, while more than three times as many expressed support for further efforts to limit frivolous lawsuits. This sentiment was consistent across different races, genders, and political affiliations. The continued backing comes as Florida’s homeowners and auto insurance markets show signs of stabilization with increased private sector competition.
The poll also found that most Florida voters view personal injury trial lawyers who advertise on billboards and television as being motivated more by profit than by protecting individuals’ rights. Specifically, only 11% said these lawyers are primarily interested in defending people’s rights, while 74% believe they are mainly focused on making money.
On the issue of recreational marijuana legalization, support continues to fall short of the 60% threshold required for passage in Florida. The latest results show that just 55% favor legalization—down from a similar effort at the ballot box last November—and this marks the seventh consecutive Florida Chamber poll showing insufficient backing for such an amendment. Despite significant financial investment aimed at passing the measure during the 2024 election cycle, public support has not increased.
Healthcare access is another area highlighted by the poll. Voters were asked about their likelihood to re-elect federal lawmakers who vote to extend enhanced premium tax credits set to expire at year’s end. Responses showed broad bipartisan support for extending these credits across all demographics.
Floridians remain divided over artificial intelligence (AI), with nearly equal numbers holding favorable (37%) and unfavorable (38%) views toward AI technology. This division crosses party lines.
Looking ahead to future elections, Republicans maintain a lead among likely voters similar to previous cycles. When asked about their preference for the 2026 general election, 48% indicated support for Republican candidates compared to 41% for Democratic candidates—a trend that aligns with Republicans’ growing voter registration advantage in Florida.
According to updated data from ChamberHub—the chamber’s exclusive voter file—Republicans now have a statewide advantage of over 1.3 million active registered voters compared to Democrats as of July 31, 2025. Since the last general election in 2022, Republicans have increased their share of active voters in all counties across Florida.
The Florida Chamber says it will continue its voter education and candidate recruitment initiatives through organizations like the Florida Free Enterprise Fund and its political institutes ahead of upcoming elections.
“The lack of support from Floridians over the past two years comes despite more than $150 million being spent to try and pass the amendment during the 2024 election, over $145 million of which came from Florida’s largest medicinal marijuana provider,” stated representatives regarding marijuana legalization efforts.
For further information about these initiatives or details about polling methods, contact Frank Walker at fwalker@flchamber.com.
