Americans for Prosperity-Florida State Director Skylar Zander today issued the following statement after the House Appropriations Committee unanimously approved House Bill 7051, which is sponsored by Rep. Cord Byrd and Rep. Fentrice Driskell. [Read more…] about Americans for Prosperity Praises House Appropriations Committee for Approving Bipartisan Law Enforcement Reform
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Statement from Americans for Prosperity, regarding the approval of SB 1014
Statement from Skylar Zander, Florida Director for Americans for Prosperity, regarding the approval of SB 1014 by the Senate Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability:
“Transparency must be the priority and no employee should ever be forced to join or remain in a union without their clear consent. This legislation will benefit workers across the state by ensuring that they get to make the ultimate decisions about the money that comes out of their paycheck. We applaud Chairman Baxley and Chairman Rodrigues for prioritizing the needs of Floridians and working tirelessly to ensure that every union has meaningful buy in and is ultimately accountable to their members.”
Statement by Deputy State Director, Americans for Prosperity re: HB 81
Statement by Skylar Zander, Deputy State Director, Americans for Prosperity
“Americans for Prosperity values limited government and free market principles, and part of our philosophy includes speaking out against unfair regulations and business practices. When it comes to removing the outdated Alcohol Separation Law, we simply cannot overlook one argument that is being made by opponents of this legislation.
For nearly four years, opponents have stood in front of the legislature in various committees to oppose the sale of distilled spirits alongside beer, wine and other goods – arguing against making alcohol access more convenient to consumers of legal age. At the same time, some of the opponents are using 1-hour delivery of alcohol through mobile devices. Their partnership with a mobile app, allows consumers in Jacksonville, Miami, Orlando and Tampa to purchase beer, wine and liquor through the smartphone app with just the click of a button. In one hour or less, the alcohol will be delivered straight to their doorstep.
Innovation is paving the way for a new marketplace where traditional brick and mortar stores are routinely competing with online retailers. These regulations are from a bygone era and have outlived their usefulness.
We applaud Representative Avila who has shepherded this legislation through the committee process. Now, the Florida House of Representatives has the ability to reduce the regulatory burden on businesses and create an environment where free enterprise can thrive.
It’s time we stop letting this outdated law stand in the way of innovation and growth. We need legislation that embraces free market principles without unnecessary and costly regulations. The Florida Senate already indicated their support by passing SB 106, and we urge the House to follow suit with HB 81.”
Floridians for Fair Business Practices is a coalition of retailers and business groups whose purpose is to identify rules and regulations, which prohibit the growth and expansion of Florida businesses. For additional information, please visit www.FairBizinFlorida.com.
