Representative Anna Eskamani (D-Orlando) and House and Senate Democrats today sent a letter to Governor Ron DeSantis asking that he expand the call for the special session on property and homeowners insurance to include proposals that would provide real relief to renters throughout the state. [Read more…] about Rep. Anna V. Eskamani & Legislative Democrats Call for Relief for Renters During Special Session
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Federal Appeals Court To Hear Oral Arguments On Florida Social Media Law
A panel of federal judges for the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals will hear oral argument today on a “social media censorship” law that a Florida federal judge ruled unconstitutional last year. [Read more…] about Federal Appeals Court To Hear Oral Arguments On Florida Social Media Law
Advocates Celebrate Governor’s Veto of Anti-Solar Bill
Groups thank governor, pledge to continue advocating for accessible solar
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis today sided with Florida homeowners and small businesses by vetoing the controversial House Bill 741. [Read more…] about Advocates Celebrate Governor’s Veto of Anti-Solar Bill
Florida Solar Energy Industries Association praises Gov. DeSantis for vetoing HB 741
Statement from Justin Vandenbroeck, President of Florida Solar Energy Industries Association, praising Gov. DeSantis for vetoing HB 741 [Read more…] about Florida Solar Energy Industries Association praises Gov. DeSantis for vetoing HB 741
Calling all Homeowners: State Lawmakers to Hold Virtual Workshop on State Resources Available to Homeowners in Need of Assistance
On Saturday, April 30, 2022 from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m., State Representatives Dianne Hart (D-Tampa), Susan Valdés (D-Tampa), Anika Omphroy (D-Lauderdale Lakes), and Marie Woodson (D-Hollywood) will be holding a virtual workshop called “Show Me the Money Part 3 – Housing in Crisis” to provide information about state resources for insurance assistance, mortgages, and taxes. [Read more…] about Calling all Homeowners: State Lawmakers to Hold Virtual Workshop on State Resources Available to Homeowners in Need of Assistance
SunRail Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission Meeting May 5, 2022
The Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission (CFCRC), the SunRail advisory board of elected leaders from the five Local Funding Partners, will hold a meeting on Thursday, May 5, 2022. [Read more…] about SunRail Central Florida Commuter Rail Commission Meeting May 5, 2022
Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez and Community Partners Host Roundtable to Highlight Human Trafficking Prevention Efforts in Central Florida
Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez today hosted a roundtable discussion aimed at combating human trafficking and highlighting strong community partnerships in the Polk County area. [Read more…] about Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez and Community Partners Host Roundtable to Highlight Human Trafficking Prevention Efforts in Central Florida
House Democrats on New Elections Law
Following the Governor signing the SB 524 at a Spring Hill sports bar today, members of the Florida Democratic Caucus issued the following statements: [Read more…] about House Democrats on New Elections Law
Representative Campbell’s Response to the Congressional Redistricting Map Signed into Law
“My heart is heavy today as the Governor signs into law an unconstitutional Congressional Redistricting map into effect. [Read more…] about Representative Campbell’s Response to the Congressional Redistricting Map Signed into Law
Representative McCurdy on HB 7
Representative Travaris McCurdy (D-Orlando) issued the following statement on HB 7, which the Governor signed this afternoon: [Read more…] about Representative McCurdy on HB 7