In preparation for the upcoming Special Session, Representative Yvonne Hinson (D-Gainesville) would like to announce her opposition to the Congressional Map proposed by Governor DeSantis. [Read more…] about Representative Hinson Draws the Line on Governor DeSantis’ Proposed Redistricting Map
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Representative Morales Plans to Reintroduce Active Shooter Alert System Legislation After NYC Subway Shooting Rampage
State Representative Daisy Morales (D-Orlando) plans to reintroduce legislation to create an Active Shooter Alert System in Florida after the New York City subway shooting rampage, reinforcing her commitment to public safety. [Read more…] about Representative Morales Plans to Reintroduce Active Shooter Alert System Legislation After NYC Subway Shooting Rampage
Representative Campbell Reacts to the Signing of HB 5 into Law
State Representative Daryl Campbell (D- Fort Lauderdale), along with many Floridians, was deeply saddened by the signing of HB 5 into law. [Read more…] about Representative Campbell Reacts to the Signing of HB 5 into Law
Update on Congressional Redistricting Special Session
With the upcoming special session beginning next week, Senator Linda Stewart (D-Orlando) recently reviewed the new congressional map produced by the office of the Governor. [Read more…] about Update on Congressional Redistricting Special Session
Senator Taddeo’s Statement On Governor DeSantis Signing HB 5
Senator Taddeo offered the following statement to Governor Ron DeSantis’ signing of House Bill 5, a 15-week ban on women’s access to reproductive care. [Read more…] about Senator Taddeo’s Statement On Governor DeSantis Signing HB 5
Progress Florida Denounces Governor For Signing Most Restrictive Abortion Law In State History
When it comes to personal medical decisions, politicians have no business getting between a patient and their doctor. [Read more…] about Progress Florida Denounces Governor For Signing Most Restrictive Abortion Law In State History
Increased Protections for Unborn Children Signed Into Law
HB 5 prohibits abortion after 15 weeks, expands programs to reduce fetal and infant deaths
House Bill 5, Reducing Fetal and Infant Mortality, sponsored in the Senate by Senator Kelli Stargel (R-Lakeland), was signed into law today by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. [Read more…] about Increased Protections for Unborn Children Signed Into Law
Florida House Democrats on 15-Week Abortion Ban Law
Floridians’ freedom to make important decisions about their reproductive health care was diminished this morning after the Governor signed House Bill 5, the 15-week abortion ban. [Read more…] about Florida House Democrats on 15-Week Abortion Ban Law
Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Strictest Abortion Ban In State History
HB 5 will ban virtually all abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis today signed the strictest abortion ban in Florida’s history: a ban on abortion after 15 weeks of pregnancy, with no exceptions for rape, incest or human trafficking and extremely narrow exceptions for maternal life and health. [Read more…] about Florida Gov. DeSantis Signs Strictest Abortion Ban In State History
FDOT to Host a Virtual (Online) Project Information Meeting for a Roadway Improvement Project along State Road (SR) 710/Beeline Highway
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) is hosting a Virtual Project Information Meeting regarding the proposed roadway improvements along State Road 710/Beeline Highway from Northlake Boulevard to SR 708/Blue Heron Boulevard on Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. [Read more…] about FDOT to Host a Virtual (Online) Project Information Meeting for a Roadway Improvement Project along State Road (SR) 710/Beeline Highway