A bill banning the sale and possession of childlike sex dolls has passed through the House and Senate chambers and is heading to Governor DeSantis’s desk for signing. [Read more…] about Bill by Senator Book Banning Childlike Sex Dolls Heading to Governor’s Desk
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Senator Lauren Book to be Awarded Child Mind Institute’s Change Maker Award for Lauren’s Kids Advocacy and Education Efforts
Florida Senator Lauren Book has been announced the winner of the national Child Mind Institute’s Change Maker People’s Choice Award for her efforts to create awareness of child sexual abuse and educate people about the topic through her nonprofit foundation, Lauren’s Kids. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book to be Awarded Child Mind Institute’s Change Maker Award for Lauren’s Kids Advocacy and Education Efforts
Governor DeSantis, First Lady DeSantis and Senate President Galvano Join Sen. Book to Kick Off 42+ Hour Walk in Honor of Child Sexual Abuse Survivors
Governor Ron DeSantis, First Lady Casey DeSantis and Senate President Bill Galvano today joined Lauren’s Kids Founder and CEO State Senator Lauren Book to kick-off the start of the “42 Hours for 42 Million” advocacy walk at the Florida Capitol. [Read more…] about Governor DeSantis, First Lady DeSantis and Senate President Galvano Join Sen. Book to Kick Off 42+ Hour Walk in Honor of Child Sexual Abuse Survivors
Implementing Bill Filed for Amendment 6/Marsy’s Law for Florida
Senator Book Seeks to Ensure New Rights Apply Equally to All Floridians
Florida State Senator Lauren Book (D-Plantation) today filed SB 1426, which will ensure consistent application of Amendment 6, known as Marsy’s Law for Florida, passed by a strong majority of voters in November 2018. [Read more…] about Implementing Bill Filed for Amendment 6/Marsy’s Law for Florida
Statement by Sen. Lauren Book Regarding the Title IX Proposal Issued by Education Secretary Betsy DeVos
“The new Title IX enforcement guidelines issued by Secretary DeVos strip survivors of their dignity with unnecessary and potentially cruel and demeaning policies. In the wake of the #MeToo movement and reports of widespread abuse in a wide variety of institutions, we should be focused on empowering sexual assault survivors and ensuring justice is served. [Read more…] about Statement by Sen. Lauren Book Regarding the Title IX Proposal Issued by Education Secretary Betsy DeVos
Senator Lauren Book Recognized at Glamour Magazine 2018 Women of the Year Summit and Awards Ceremony in New York City
Senator Book awarded the “Heroes Among Us” award
For her efforts to increase education and awareness of child sexual abuse prevention throughout the country and the world, Florida State Senator Lauren Book was honored at the Glamour Magazine annual Women of the Year Summit and Awards Ceremony in New York City. [Read more…] about Senator Lauren Book Recognized at Glamour Magazine 2018 Women of the Year Summit and Awards Ceremony in New York City
Sen. Lauren Book to be Recognized at Glamour Magazine 2018 Women of the Year Summit and Awards Ceremony in New York City
Sen. Book to receive the “Heroes Among Us” award
For her efforts to increase education and awareness of child sexual abuse prevention throughout the country and the world, Florida State Senator Lauren Book will be honored at the Glamour Magazine annual Women of the Year Summit and Awards Ceremony in New York City. [Read more…] about Sen. Lauren Book to be Recognized at Glamour Magazine 2018 Women of the Year Summit and Awards Ceremony in New York City
Florida Senator Lauren Book Regarding Attorney General Pam Bondi’s Investigation into Sexual Abuse by Florida Priests & Survivors Coming Forward
Regarding State Attorney General Pam Bondi’s
Investigation into Sexual Abuse by Florida Priests
On the investigation:
“I commend our Attorney General, Pam Bondi, for launching an investigation into any possible child sexual abuse committed by Catholic priests in Florida, following the news that more than 1,000 children were victimized by priests in Pennsylvania. Sadly, we know these instances are not isolated. [Read more…] about Florida Senator Lauren Book Regarding Attorney General Pam Bondi’s Investigation into Sexual Abuse by Florida Priests & Survivors Coming Forward
Statement by Florida Senator Lauren Book, Child Sexual Abuse Survivor and Founder of Lauren’s Kids
Regarding the Findings of a Missouri Sex Offender Registry Audit
“The findings of a Missouri state audit revealing nearly 1,300 registered sex offenders to be unaccounted for is an imminent threat to the safety of children and families in Missouri and beyond. In one part of the state, nearly 80 percent of the most dangerous predators – those who have raped, sodomized or committed first- or second-degree child molestation – are missing. This is absolutely terrifying, outrageous, and unacceptable. [Read more…] about Statement by Florida Senator Lauren Book, Child Sexual Abuse Survivor and Founder of Lauren’s Kids
Marsy’s Law for Florida Releases Statewide “Yes on Amendment 6” Ad Campaign Featuring Lauren Book
Appealing to voters from the perspective of a survivor of child sexual abuse, a new “Yes on Amendment 6” ad featuring Lauren Book is now running across Florida. [Read more…] about Marsy’s Law for Florida Releases Statewide “Yes on Amendment 6” Ad Campaign Featuring Lauren Book
