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LATEST NEWS
Capitol Report, March 12, 2018
The 2018 Florida Legislative Session, extended for three days, ended Sunday March 11, 2018 at 4:16 PM when the Legislature passed an $88.7 billion state budget. The Capitol Report provides a summary of this session and the issues most important to the League: Education, Election Law, Gun Safety, Natural Resources, and Health Care. READ MORE>
The 2018 Florida Legislative Session, extended for three days, ended Sunday March 11, 2018 at 4:16 PM when the Legislature passed an $88.7 billion state budget. The Capitol Report provides a summary of this session and the issues most important to the League: Education, Election Law, Gun Safety, Natural Resources, and Health Care. READ MORE>
Capitol Report, March 4, 2018
For the second week in a row, the legislative session focused primarily on comprehensive education and gun safety bills. There are only a few days left for the League to contact legislators and encourage family and friends to do to the same. READ MORE>
For the second week in a row, the legislative session focused primarily on comprehensive education and gun safety bills. There are only a few days left for the League to contact legislators and encourage family and friends to do to the same. READ MORE>
Coalition Response to Proposed Gun Legislation
The Florida Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence and League of Women Voters of Florida appreciate that Gov. Rick Scott and state legislators are addressing gun reform in the wake of another massacre in our state. However, we have serious concerns regarding their proposals and offer to meet with Gov. Scott and incoming Senate President Bill Galvano to discuss better ways to move toward meaningful gun safety measures. READ MORE>
The Florida Coalition to Prevent Gun Violence and League of Women Voters of Florida appreciate that Gov. Rick Scott and state legislators are addressing gun reform in the wake of another massacre in our state. However, we have serious concerns regarding their proposals and offer to meet with Gov. Scott and incoming Senate President Bill Galvano to discuss better ways to move toward meaningful gun safety measures. READ MORE>
Capitol Report, February 23, 2018
Education and gun bills were the focus of week 7. My observation for the week - Youth movements are powerful. READ MORE>
Education and gun bills were the focus of week 7. My observation for the week - Youth movements are powerful. READ MORE>
Florida League Semi-Automatic Weapons Points
As you all know, this past Wednesday our state and community were ravaged once again by a mass shooting. This time was Marjory Stoneman Douglas High in Parkland, FL. The death toll stands at 17, with 15 more wounded. READ MORE>
As you all know, this past Wednesday our state and community were ravaged once again by a mass shooting. This time was Marjory Stoneman Douglas High in Parkland, FL. The death toll stands at 17, with 15 more wounded. READ MORE>
Capitol Report, February 9, 2018
We are officially past the halfway point. BTW, this is the earliest a budget has been presented in several sessions. Everyone knows you can’t raise money for your campaign if you’re in session. The 2018 session may very well end on time.Week five features the League’s 2018 Legislative Summit with over 200 members descending upon Tallahassee to make our voices heard on over 150 legislative bills. This week, we will recap our activities in photos. READ MORE>
We are officially past the halfway point. BTW, this is the earliest a budget has been presented in several sessions. Everyone knows you can’t raise money for your campaign if you’re in session. The 2018 session may very well end on time.Week five features the League’s 2018 Legislative Summit with over 200 members descending upon Tallahassee to make our voices heard on over 150 legislative bills. This week, we will recap our activities in photos. READ MORE>
Capitol Report, February 2, 2018
HB 7055 passed the House Appropriations Committee- we oppose this bill because of threat that the many elements propose to teacher, students and destruction of the foundation of the Florida public K-12 education system. HB 1419 Authorizes religious institutions to allow firearms on property of institutions for certain purposes - we will continue to oppose the senate and house bills that would expose children to gun danger. READ MORE>
HB 7055 passed the House Appropriations Committee- we oppose this bill because of threat that the many elements propose to teacher, students and destruction of the foundation of the Florida public K-12 education system. HB 1419 Authorizes religious institutions to allow firearms on property of institutions for certain purposes - we will continue to oppose the senate and house bills that would expose children to gun danger. READ MORE>
2017 Program Update
For the 2017 legislative season, the First Coast LWV is focused on: Promoting political responsibility; Local government; Education; Natural resources; Gun safety; and the Statewide solar study. READ MORE >
For the 2017 legislative season, the First Coast LWV is focused on: Promoting political responsibility; Local government; Education; Natural resources; Gun safety; and the Statewide solar study. READ MORE >
Constitution Revision Commission
The CRC is one of five ways that Floridians can amend the state constitution. The Florida Constitution dictates the creation of a Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) every 20 years for the purpose of reviewing the state constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. READ MORE >
The CRC is one of five ways that Floridians can amend the state constitution. The Florida Constitution dictates the creation of a Constitution Revision Commission (CRC) every 20 years for the purpose of reviewing the state constitution and proposing changes for voter consideration. READ MORE >
WE BELIEVE in respect for individuals, the value of diversity, the empowerment of the grassroots, both within the League and in communities, and the power to collective decision making for the common good.
WE WILL act with trust, integrity and professionalism, operate in an open and effective manner to meet the needs of those we serve, both members and the public, take the initiative in seeking diversity in membership, and acknowledge our heritage as we seek our path to the future.
WE WILL act with trust, integrity and professionalism, operate in an open and effective manner to meet the needs of those we serve, both members and the public, take the initiative in seeking diversity in membership, and acknowledge our heritage as we seek our path to the future.
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