There is a movement to end or curtail permanent alimony awards in Florida.

Florida law currently provides that when there is a long term marriage (now classified as a marriage over 17 years), then there is a presumption that permanent alimony is appropriate when there is a need by one party and the other party has the ability to pay.

The court is required to analyze the factors of Section 61.08 of the Florida Statutes when deciding on permanent alimony, but when there is a disparity of income and a need shown, then permanent alimony is a typical outcome.

I will update this post once a decision is made, but if you want to follow the push for reform, here is the proclaimed official site:

Florida Alimony Reform