A recent statewide poll commissioned by the Florida Chamber of Commerce indicates strong support among Floridians for local businesses and continued trust in the business community. The survey, conducted between August 13 and August 24, 2025, polled 600 likely voters across the state with a margin of error of +/- 4 percent.
The results show that lawsuit abuse reform, passed in 2023 with backing from the Florida Chamber, remains popular. Only 11% of those surveyed believe that the reforms went too far. More than three times as many respondents expressed support for additional measures to address frivolous litigation. This sentiment was consistent across all racial, gender, and party lines.
The poll also found skepticism toward personal injury trial lawyers who advertise on billboards and television. According to the survey, “Only 11% of voters polled believe the personal injury trial lawyers who advertise on billboards and television are more interested in protecting the rights of people, while 74% say they are more interested in making money, including 83% of Republicans and 71% of NPA’s.”
On marijuana legalization, support continues to fall short of what is needed for passage at the ballot box. “The Florida Chamber’s poll also found fewer Florida voters support legalizing recreational marijuana (55%), than a similar recreational marijuana legalization effort achieved at the ballot box in November (56%). This is the seventh consecutive poll from the Florida Chamber indicating this potential amendment remains short of the 60% threshold required for passage.” Despite significant financial investment from major medical marijuana providers over two years to promote legalization efforts during the 2024 election cycle, public support has not reached necessary levels.
Healthcare policy was another area addressed by the poll. Respondents indicated broad bipartisan support for extending enhanced premium tax credits designed to make healthcare premiums more affordable. “Support was across all demographics and party affiliations, including amongst NPA’s, who want to see these tax credits extended by a more than 4:1 margin.”
When asked about artificial intelligence (AI), opinions were nearly evenly split: “When asked their impressions of artificial intelligence, 37% of Floridians responded with a favorable impression and 38% gave an unfavorable impression.” This division crossed party lines.
Looking ahead to political trends for upcoming elections, Republicans continue to maintain a strong lead among likely voters. The poll reports that “48% of Floridians indicated their vote would be for a Republican candidate compared to 41% who would support a generic Democratic candidate,” reflecting trends seen in previous election cycles.
Republican voter registration advantages have also grown since previous surveys. As reported using data from ChamberHub as of July 31, 2025, there are now over five million registered Republicans compared to just over four million Democrats—a difference amounting to nearly ten percent more registered Republicans statewide.
In preparation for future elections such as those scheduled for 2026, initiatives like those run by the Florida Free Enterprise Fund and related organizations will continue focusing on candidate recruitment and voter education efforts led by groups within or associated with the Florida Chamber.
For further information about these initiatives or details about polling methodology—including sample sizes and contact information—interested parties are encouraged to reach out directly to Frank Walker at fwalker@flchamber.com.
