French Brown, a partner on the state and local tax team in the Tallahassee office, was quoted in the Law360 article "Florida Lawmakers Approve Ending Business Rent Tax" published on June 17, 2025. The article covers the Florida Legislature's approval of HB 7031, which includes the elimination of the state's 2% tax on commercial leases. French notes that the business rent has been a frequent audit target by the Florida Department of Revenue in recent years and offers guidance on next steps for Florida business owners.