Statement by Senate President Mike Haridopolos on Lawsuit Challenging Decision Not to Fund High Speed Rail Project
“While Senators Altman and Joyner are free to file their petition with the Florida Supreme Court, I do not support their efforts. The Florida Senate will not join in their lawsuit For reasons I’ve previously explained, funding of the high rail project is not something we as a state and a country can afford. Is my intention to ensure that there is no money in the upcoming 2011-12 state budget to fund high speed rail. Florida is facing a $3.6 billion shortfall and that money can be put to better use. During these tough economic times, state government should focus on it’s needs not it’s wants.”
CONTACT:
David Bishop
850-228-3304
bishop.david@flsenate.gov








