A recent statewide poll conducted by the Florida Chamber of Commerce shows that local businesses continue to enjoy broad support among Floridians, and trust in business remains high. The survey, carried out between August 13 and 24, 2025, included responses from 600 likely voters across party lines.
The poll reveals that the lawsuit abuse reform passed in 2023 retains strong backing among voters. Only 11% believe the reforms went too far, while more than three times as many favor additional measures to address frivolous litigation. Support for further legal reform is consistent across race, gender, and political affiliation. This comes at a time when Florida’s homeowners and auto insurance markets are stabilizing as increased private sector competition offers consumers more choices and exerts downward pressure on rates.
Regarding perceptions of personal injury trial lawyers who advertise heavily on billboards and television, only 11% of respondents believe these lawyers prioritize protecting people’s rights. In contrast, 74% think they are more interested in making money; this view is held by majorities across all parties.
On the issue of recreational marijuana legalization, support continues to fall short of the required threshold for passage. The Florida Chamber’s poll found that just 55% back legalization—below both last November’s ballot result (56%) and the necessary 60%. Despite over $150 million spent to promote legalization during the 2024 election cycle—most from a leading medicinal marijuana provider—the measure has not gained momentum with voters.
Healthcare also featured in the survey. Respondents overwhelmingly said they would be more likely to re-elect federal lawmakers who vote to extend enhanced premium tax credits for healthcare costs, which are set to expire at year-end. This sentiment was shared widely across all demographics and party affiliations.
Voters remain divided on artificial intelligence (AI), with nearly equal proportions expressing favorable (37%) and unfavorable (38%) impressions. These views cross party lines evenly.
Looking ahead to upcoming elections, Republicans maintain an advantage similar to previous cycles: 48% of respondents indicated support for Republican candidates in 2026 compared with 41% for Democrats. This aligns with continued growth in Republican voter registration.
According to ChamberHub data from July 31, 2025, Republicans have expanded their lead over Democrats by more than 1.3 million active registered voters statewide—now totaling nearly a ten percent margin among all registered voters. Since the last general election in 2022, Republicans have increased their share of active electorate in every county while Democrats’ share has declined everywhere.
The Florida Chamber plans ongoing efforts through its Free Enterprise Fund and other initiatives aimed at recruiting candidates supportive of business interests ahead of the next election cycle.
“The Florida Chamber’s latest poll finds voters in Florida divided on their perceptions of artificial intelligence (AI). When asked their impressions of artificial intelligence, 37% of Floridians responded with a favorable impression and 38% gave an unfavorable impression,” according to results released by the organization.
For information about these initiatives or further details about the poll methodology—which had a margin of error of +/-4 percent—interested parties can contact Frank Walker at fwalker@flchamber.com.
