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11/20/2009
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FLORIDA WORKERS WANT JOBS, NOT POLITICAL RHETORIC
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“Today’s unemployment figures are another reminder that Floridians are experiencing tough times due to the current economic downturn. However, thanks to the leadership of House Republicans every individual currently qualified for unemployment is receiving increased and extended benefits. We made the right decision to increase and extend benefits without buying into federal mandates and hurting Florida workers and businesses in the long-term.
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11/18/2009
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HASNER: EVERY FLORIDIAN WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR UNEMPLOYMENT IS RECEIVING INCREASED AND EXTENDED BENEFITS
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“Floridians experiencing tough times due to the current economic downturn deserve better than the baseless political rhetoric being thrown around by Florida's Democrats. Every Floridian who is eligible for unemployment is receiving increased and extended benefits. To claim that Florida’s economic situation can be made better by taking stimulus money from the federal government for people who aren't currently eligible for unemployment and increasing the costs significantly in the future is simply not true and promises false hope at a time when Floridians deserve honest solutions."
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11/16/2009
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REP. ROBERSON FILES PUBLIC SAFETY BILL SETTING PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS, TRAINING FOR 911 DISPATCHERS
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State Representative Ken Roberson (R-Port Charlotte) has filed House Bill (HB) 355, known as the 911 Bill, a public safety bill that requires 911 call takers and dispatchers to take a Public Safety Telecommunications Training Program, pass an examination administered by the Department of Health (DOH) which measures the competency and proficiency in public safety telecommunications, and re-defines 911 emergency dispatchers as “911 Public Safety Telecommunicators”.
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11/05/2009
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SANDS’ SUPPORT FOR SUNRAIL JOBS LATE TO THE STATION
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Florida House Majority Leader Adam Hasner (R-Delray Beach) today issued the following remarks in response to a statement made earlier today by House Minority Leader Franklin Sands (D-Weston) on SunRail:
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11/05/2009
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REPRESENTATIVE SETH MCKEEL STATEMENT ON SENATE DISTRICT 15
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Florida House Deputy Majority Leader Seth McKeel (R-Lakeland) issues statement regarding the Senate District 15 race.
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11/05/2009
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HUDSON FILES BILL SETTING PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR DEBT SETTLEMENT COMPANIES AND ENHANCING CONSUMER PROTECTIONS
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State Representative Matt Hudson (R-Naples) filed House Bill (HB) 311, known as the Debt Settlement Services Act, a consumer protection bill that requires debt settlement companies doing business in Florida be licensed and debt settlement advisors be subject to background checks, limits fees that debt settlement advisors may charge, authorizes clients to void agreements and recover fees and sets other professional standards for this growing industry.
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11/04/2009
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REP. HUDSON FILES CONSUMER PROTECTION BILL
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State Representative Matt Hudson (R-Naples) filed House Bill (HB) 303, a consumer protection bill that requires that Florida’s appraisal management companies register with the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and sets professional standards for this growing industry.
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11/04/2009
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HOUSE REPUBLICANS CALL ON FLORIDA’S SENATORS TO OPPOSE DEMOCRATIC HEALTH CARE PLAN
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This afternoon members of the Florida House Republican Conference urged Florida Senators Bill Nelson and George LeMieux to oppose Democratic health care reform proposals currently before the U.S. Senate that would dramatically expand Medicaid and force millions of dollars in unfunded mandates onto Florida taxpayers.
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11/04/2009
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Letter to Senators Nelson and LeMieux
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As the health care reform debate in Washington progresses, we wanted to bring an issue of concern to your attention relating to proposals to dramatically expand Medicaid which will impact the State of Florida’s budget and place our state’s ability to create jobs in jeopardy. Floridians are justifiably concerned with our state and nation’s troubled economy and its effects on them, their families and their communities. As members of the Florida House of Representatives, our top priority is to help get Florida’s economy restarted and create jobs for Floridians. We know that you share these goals as well.
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10/28/2009
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REPRESENTATIVE ZAPATA ELECTED CHAIR OF NALEO
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The National Association of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials (NALEO) Educational Fund announced the election of three new Board members, including incoming-Chair and Florida State Representative Juan C. Zapata (R-Miami). The Board members were elected at the organization’s Board of Directors Meeting on October 25 in Miami following the group’s Latino Legislative Summit on Health Disparities.
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10/22/2009
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GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY ACT COUNCIL RECEIVES PUBLIC TESTIMONY REGARDING DCF
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Chair of the House Government Accountability Act Council Representative Faye Culp (R-Tampa) and members of the Council received testimony this afternoon from the public regarding the Department of Children and Family Services (DCF). The public was encouraged to attend and offer information to members of the Government Accountability Act Council to aid the Council in understanding and addressing public concerns regarding DCF.
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10/21/2009
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HOUSE TAKES PUBLIC TESTIMONY ON ENERGY EXPLORATION
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Members of the House Select Policy Council on Strategic & Economic Planning heard testimony this afternoon from the public regarding policy options for Florida’s energy future. The public was encouraged to attend and offer information to members of the Council to begin what will be a lengthy and thorough fact-finding process on the possibility of energy exploration in Florida’s state waters.
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10/15/2009
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Lopez-Cantera Statement on Calls for Investigation of PSC Commissioners’ Conduct
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House Majority Whip Carlos Lopez-Cantera (R-Miami) issued the following statement regarding calls today for the Inspector General of the Public Service Commission to investigate Public Service Commissioners’ conduct.
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10/15/2009
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“Sink’s Secrets” will Sink Florida Economy
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Despite her refusal to admit the facts regarding the threat of Big Labor’s card check legislation to Florida’s small businesses, Florida Chief Financial Officer Alex Sink certainly must be aware that card check legislation for union employees has already been passed at the state level in New York, Massachusetts and Hawaii, and has been vetoed three times by California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger.
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09/15/2009
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HOUSE DEMOCRATS REVERSE OPPOSITION TO REAL EDUCATION REFORM WITH RACE TO THE TOP SUGGESTIONS
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In a reversal of years of opposition to meaningful education reform in Florida’s public schools, Florida House Democrats have reversed course and recommended that the Florida Department of Education, in its attempts to compete for federal Race to the Top education dollars proposed by President Obama, adopt the very reforms that House Democrats have voted against time and time again, as recently as this year.
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09/02/2009
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Rep. Hudson to speak at Healthcare Town Hall Meeting in Naples and live on the Internet
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As congress reconvenes, the healthcare debate will start anew in Washington D.C. Florida residents can take the discussion to the next level by participating in a Town Hall Meeting on Wednesday, September 9th at 6:00pm.
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08/26/2009
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REPRESENTATIVE SETH MCKEEL APPOINTED DEPUTY MAJORITY LEADER
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Tapped for a leadership role in the Florida House of Representatives, Representative Seth McKeel (R-Lakeland) has been appointed to the role of Deputy Majority Leader by House Speaker Larry Cretul (R-Ocala).
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08/12/2009
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REPRESENTATIVE ERIC EISNAUGLE TO FILE LEGISLATION ON SEARCH ADS AND FLORIDA ELECTION LAWS
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Representative Eric Eisnaugle (R-Orlando) today announced his intention to file legislation in the upcoming 2010 legislative session to address a recent decision by the Florida Elections Commission that common search ads on services such as Google violate state election laws.
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06/26/2009
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BILL TO PROTECT FLORIDIANS FROM LIBEL TOURISM SIGNED INTO LAW
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House Bill (HB) 949, a measure relating to grounds for non-recognition of foreign defamation judgments, was signed into law by Governor Charlie Crist. HB 949 will help in the fight against a tactic known as “Libel Tourism” which results from defamation lawsuits filed against authors critical of individuals with known ties to terrorist organizations like al Qaeda and Hamas. The lawsuits have been finding their way into foreign courts. HB 949 will provide Florida courts with the ability not to recognize a foreign judgment, if that country’s laws protecting free speech and the free press are not at least as protective as freedoms provided in the constitutions of Florida and United States. Thus far, no other country is as protective.
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05/08/2009
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IN MIDST OF HISTORIC ECONOMIC CRISIS, HOUSE PASSES RESPONSIBLE BALANCED BUDGET, INCREASES EDUCATION FUNDING, PRESERVES CORE MISSIONS
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Working to create the conditions to jump start Florida’s economic recovery and create jobs, the Florida House of Representatives today approved a prioritized $66.5 billion budget for FY 09-10 that places the highest priority on education, health care and public safety while preserving core missions of government and meeting the Constitutional mandate to responsibly balance Florida’s budget.
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05/08/2009
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HOUSE PASSES GAMING LEGISLATION
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The Florida House of Representatives today passed Senate Bill (SB) 788 which sets the parameters for a new Seminole Indian Gambling Compact. SB 788 proposes new compact terms to be negotiated by the Governor and Seminole Tribe by August 31, 2009 and is subject to future Legislative approval. The bill passed 82 to 35.
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05/01/2009
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REP. LOPEZ-CANTERA’S BILL TO PROTECT FLORIDA HOMEOWNERS PASSES THROUGH THE LEGISLATURE
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Today the Florida Legislature passed House Bill 521sponsored by House Majority Whip Carlos Lopez-Cantera (R-Miami), which will level the playing field between property appraisers and Florida’s homeowners.
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05/01/2009
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LEGISLATION TO RESTORE WORKERS’ COMPENSATION REFORMS PASSED IN BOTH CHAMBERS AND MOVES TO GOVERNOR
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Both chambers of the Florida Legislature today voted to approve House Bill (HB) 903 – Attorney’s Fees in Workers’ Compensation Cases. The legislation restates the Legislature’s intent in 2003 when the workers’ compensation system was reformed and, except in medical-only cases, the Legislature limited overall attorney compensation through a contingency fee schedule based upon benefits secured.
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05/01/2009
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HOUSE CONCLUDES DAY 60 OF SESSION, CONTINUES WORK ON BUDGET, PRIORITIZES JOB CREATION AND RECHARGING FLORIDA’S ECONOMY
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The Florida House successfully concluded Day 60 of the 2009 Regular Session with a focus on preserving core missions, expanding benefits for unemployed Floridians, closing tax loopholes, encouraging education excellence and preparing Florida for the economic recovery by creating the conditions for job growth and economic stability.
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05/01/2009
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TAX RELIEF FOR DEPLOYED MILITARY PERSONNEL HEADED TO THE BALLOT
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House Joint Resolution (HJR) 833 sponsored by State Representative Mike Horner (R-Kissimmee) and State Senator Andy Gardiner (R-Orlando) unanimously passed the Florida Senate today. The measure will now be placed on the November 2010 General Election ballot.
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05/01/2009
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LEGISLATURE CLOSES CORPORATE TAX LOOPHOLE
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Today the Florida Legislature passed Senate Bill (SB) 2430 sponsored in the House by Majority Whip Carlos Lopez-Cantera (R-Miami). Representative Lopez-Cantera lauded the unanimous passage by both chambers of the bill also referred to as the Crescent fix.
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05/01/2009
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Bipartisan Legislation Expanding Lifeline & Protecting Consumer Choice Passes Senate & Heads to Governor for Signature
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Legislation introduced by Senator Mike Haridopolos (R-Melbourne) and Representative Will Weatherford (R-Wesley Chapel) and hailed by consumer groups today passed the full Senate with a bipartisan approval and will now head to Governor Charlie Crist for his signature. CS/CS/SB 2626, known as the “Consumer Choice & Protection Act,” will provide a more balanced and competitive environment for Florida’s landline telecommunications customers, cuts in half the rate increase allowance that has been in Florida law since 1995 and expands Lifeline to more than an additional half-million Floridians.
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05/01/2009
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FLORIDA LEGISLATURE PASSES HISTORIC DNA REFORM
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The Florida Legislature today passed Senate Bill (SB) 2276 sponsored by Senator Steve Oelrich (R-Gainesville) and Representative William Snyder (R-Stuart). This comprehensive legislation makes major reforms to Florida’s DNA database. Under current law, DNA is collected at the time of conviction for all felonies and specified misdemeanors. SB 2276 requires felony arrestees to provide a DNA sample for forensic analysis at the time of arrest.
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04/29/2009
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HOUSE REPUBLICANS VOTE TO ACCEPT NEARLY $2 BILLION FOR UNEMPLOYED WORKERS
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House Republicans today voted to accept nearly $2 billion in federal stimulus money to extend the length of time that unemployed workers receive assistance. Part of the $2 billion will also be used to increase the weekly benefit by $25. House Republicans realize that this funding can help bridge the gap for Floridians until they can find another job. Helping create jobs for Floridians and revitalizing our state’s economy for the long-term remains the top priority for House Republicans.
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04/29/2009
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VAN ZANT PROVIDES CHOICE TO FAMILIES PREPARING FOR COLLEGE
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Today the Florida House of Representatives unanimously passed legislation by State Representative Charles Van Zant (R-Palatka) and Senator Stephen Wise (R-Jacksonville) which gives families maximum choice for the use of their Prepaid College Plan dollars.
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04/29/2009
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HOUSE CLOSES CORPORATE TAX LOOPHOLE
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House Majority Whip Carlos Lopez-Cantera (R-Miami) today lauded the unanimous passage on the House Floor of Senate Bill (SB) 2430, known as the Crescent Fix.
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04/27/2009
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HOUSE PASSES RESOLUTION TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT FLORIDIANS’ RIGHT TO SECRET BALLOT
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House Majority Leader Adam Hasner (R-Delray Beach) today lauded the passage of House Joint Resolution (HJR) 1013 by a vote of 74 to 44 on the House floor. The resolution calls for a Constitutional amendment which would preserve and protect one of American’s most precious voting rights – the right to a secret ballot.
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04/27/2009
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FLORIDA POISED TO JOIN ENERGY PRODUCING STATES
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The Florida House of Representatives today passed House Bill (HB) 1219 which allows Florida to take its place among the other energy producing states in realizing the financial, economic and environmental benefits derived from its own resources.
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04/27/2009
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BILL AMENDING MEMBERSHIP OF MEDICAID LOW-INCOME POOL COUNCIL HEADS TO THE GOVERNOR FOR APPROVAL
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The Florida Senate unanimously passed legislation today that alters the membership of the Low Income Pool (LIP) Council by prohibiting lobbyists who are not employed full-time by a public entity from serving on the Council and increases the membership of the Council from 17 to 24 members. The Senate joins the House in approving House Bill (HB) 285, sponsored by Representative Jimmy Patronis (R-Panama City). HB 285 will now go to Governor Crist for his approval.
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04/27/2009
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BUSINESS REGULATION STREAMLINING BILL PASSES FLORIDA HOUSE
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Legislation reducing the regulatory burden on Florida’s businesses passed unanimously on the House Floor today. House Bill (HB) 425, sponsored by Representative Scott Plakon (R-Longwood), reforms Florida’s licensing procedures to foster economic growth and job creation.
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04/27/2009
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REP. LOPEZ-CANTERA’S BILL TO PROTECT FLORIDA HOMEOWNERS PASSES FLORIDA HOUSE
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On Monday, April 27th, the Florida House of Representatives passed House Bill 521 sponsored by House Majority Whip, Representative Carlos Lopez-Cantera (R-Miami), which seeks to level the playing field between property appraisers and Florida’s homeowners.
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04/27/2009
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HOUSE PASSES WORKMAN’S BILL TO GIVE KIDNEY PATIENTS ACCESS TO MEDICAL COVERAGE
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Legislation giving Florida’s most vulnerable kidney patients greater access to medical coverage was unanimously approved by the Florida House of Representatives today. House Bill (HB) 675, sponsored by Representative Ritch Workman (R-Melbourne), expands access to Medigap secondary insurance to Floridians under the age of 65.
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04/27/2009
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AIRLINE SAFETY AND WILDLIFE PROTECTION LEGISLATION PASSES FLORIDA HOUSE
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Legislation to protect the safety of air travelers and preserve Florida’s wildlife was passed unanimously by the Florida House of Representatives today. House Bill (HB) 1065, known as the Airline Safety and Wildlife Protection Act of Florida, is sponsored by Representative Scott Plakon (R-Longwood).
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04/24/2009
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HOUSE PASSES MEASURE THAT PROTECTS CITIZENS’ CUSTOMERS FROM SIGNIFICANT RATE INCREASES
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Comprehensive legislation to prevent significant rate increases for Citizens’ customers and ensure a more sustainable property insurance market in Florida passed the House today. House Bill (HB) 1495 by Representative Bryan Nelson (R-Apopka) lowers rates for Citizens’ policyholders in anticipation of the mandated expiration of the current rate freeze. If the Legislature does not pass this measure, then Citizens’ customers are likely to face dramatic overall average statewide rate increases that could exceed 140 percent for some types of policies.
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04/23/2009
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HOUSE APPROVES CIVICS EDUCATION BILL
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Legislation requiring Florida public school students to take a civics education course in middle school was approved by the Florida House today. Representative Charles McBurney (R-Jacksonville) amended House Bill (HB) 7087 to create the Justice Sandra Day O’Connor Civic Education Act, named in honor of the first female justice of the United States Supreme Court who spoke April 7, 2009, to a joint session of the Florida Legislature and advocated for a greater emphasis on civics education for students.
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04/23/2009
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REP. MAYFIELD’S SCIENCE BILL PASSES ON HOUSE FLOOR
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Today the Florida House unanimously passed HB 534, sponsored by Representative Debbie Mayfield. This critical piece of education reform will help teachers and students, replacing the FCAT science with an end of course examination in Biology I. Currently, students are required to take the FCAT Science in 11th grade, but the student’s grade does not count toward high school graduation or their overall grade.
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04/23/2009
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FRESEN’S 21ST CENTURY DIPLOMA INITIATIVE RAISES HIGH SCHOOL STANDARDS
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Legislation raising high school standards to ensure that Florida’s students are prepared to enter the increasing global economy was approved by the Florida House today. Florida’s 21st Century Diploma Initiative, House Bill (HB) 1293, sponsored by Representative Erik Fresen (R-Miami) gradually increases the science and math requirements Florida students must fulfill to earn a standard high school diploma.
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04/23/2009
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FLORES’ STUDENT HEALTH INSURANCE PROTECTION ACT PASSES FLORIDA HOUSE
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Legislation to improve the quality of health care on college campuses, reduce health care costs for students and their parents and bring in revenue for universities was approved by the Florida House today. The Student Health Insurance Protection Act, House Bill (HB) 885, sponsored by Representative Anitere Flores (R-Miami), allows many students who have private insurance to continue using that coverage while away at school.
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04/22/2009
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HOUSE PASSES MEASURE ALLOWING FOR CONSUMER CHOICE IN THE RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET
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The Florida House of Representatives today overwhelmingly approved House Bill (HB) 1171 by Representative Bill Proctor (R - St. Augustine). HB 1171 puts the power back into the hands of the consumer to make insurance choices.
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04/22/2009
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HOUSE PASSES MEASURE AMENDING MEMBERSHIP OF MEDICAID LOW-INCOME POOL COUNCIL
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The Florida House of Representatives today unanimously passed House Bill (HB) 285 by Representative Jimmy Patronis (R – Panama City). HB 285 alters the membership of the Low Income Pool (LIP) Council by prohibiting lobbyists who are not employed full time by a public entity from serving on the Council and increases the membership of the Council from 17 to 24 members.
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04/22/2009
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SCHENCK BILL TO END DOUBLE-DIPPING PASSES HOUSE
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Legislation to end the process known as double-dipping won approval from the Florida House of Representatives today. House Bill (HB) 479, by Representative Robert Schenck (R-Spring Hill), closes a loophole that has allowed a growing number of elected officials and state employees to collect retirement benefits and a state salary at the same time.
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04/17/2009
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HOUSE PASSES RESPONSIBLE, BALANCED BUDGET
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The House today passed a $65.1 billion budget which increases per-student funding, protects per-student classroom dollars, continues to fund health care services to those in need, and makes sure that public safety is maintained.
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04/17/2009
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EISNAUGLE’S TRANSPARENCY IN PRIVATE ATTORNEY CONTRACTING LEGISLATION PASSES FLORIDA HOUSE
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Legislation ensuring accountability, transparency and good stewardship of taxpayer money when the Attorney General contracts with private attorneys was approved by the Florida House yesterday. House Bill (HB) 215, sponsored by Representative Eric Eisnaugle (R-Orlando), maximizes taxpayer dollars by providing a reasonable limit of $50 million on attorney fees when the Attorney General hires private attorneys on a contingency fee basis.
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04/17/2009
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VAN ZANT BILL TO PROTECT FLORIDIANS FROM LIBEL TOURISM PASSES HOUSE
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Representative Charles E. Van Zant (R-Keystone Heights) lauded the unanimous passage of House Bill (HB) 949 by the Florida House of Representatives. The measure relates to grounds for non-recognition of foreign defamation judgments. This legislation closely resembles a similar law that was passed nearly a year ago by the New York Legislature.
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04/17/2009
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CLASS SIZE FLEXIBILITY PASSES HOUSE
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Legislation giving Florida voters the opportunity to support a common-sense revision to the Class Size Amendment that will keep class sizes small in Florida and give principals and teachers needed flexibility was approved by the Florida House today. House Joint Resolution (HJR) 919, sponsored by Representative Will Weatherford (R-Wesley Chapel), preserves the constitutional integrity of the Class Size Amendment approved by Florida voters in 2002 by holding class size measurement at the school average level with limits on individual classroom sizes.
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04/17/2009
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REP. HUKILL’S BILL TO BOOST FLORIDA’S SPACE INDUSTRY WINS UNANIMOUS HOUSE APPROVAL
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On Thursday, April 16th, State Representative Dorothy L. Hukill’s (R-Port Orange) bill to help keep Florida at the forefront of cutting edge space technology unanimously passed the Florida House of Representatives.
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04/16/2009
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HOUSE REPUBLICANS PROTECT FUNDING FOR PREGNANCY SUPPORT SERVICES PROGRAM
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The Florida House of Representatives today approved a substitute amendment offered by Majority Leader Adam Hasner (R- Delray Beach) to protect $2 million in funding in the House Budget proposal for the Pregnancy Support Services Program. The amendment was in response to a amendment by Representative Kelly Skidmore (D-Boca Raton) to totally eliminate services to pregnant women in crisis.
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04/16/2009
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Statement on Minority Leader Sands’ Amendment on Embryonic Stem Cell Research
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Budget Language Does Not Stop Embryonic Stem Cell Research, Only Prohibits State Funding for This Purpose
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04/14/2009
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REP. HUKILL’S BILL TO ALLOW CITIZENS TO TRACK THEIR TAX DOLLARS ONLINE PASSES FINAL COUNCIL
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On Tuesday, April 14th, the House Economic Development & Community Affairs Policy Council unanimously passed House Bill 971, the Transparency Florida Act. This far-reaching legislation, sponsored by State Representative Dorothy L. Hukill (R-Port Orange), will allow citizens to track their tax dollars online. Transparency Florida will be the strongest legislation of its kind in the nation and reflects Florida’s continued commitment to open government.
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03/31/2009
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MCKEEL MEASURE CALLS FOR ENDING OFFSHORE DRILLING MORATORIUM IN GULF OF MEXICO
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The House General Government Policy Council today approved House Memorial (CS/HM) 21 by Representative Seth McKeel (R-Lakeland) that would call on the United States Congress to continue its support of the expiration of the Congressional moratoria, removal of the Presidential withdrawal prohibiting oil and natural gas leasing of the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS), and support modification of the Gulf of Mexico Energy Security Act of 2006.
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03/25/2009
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LEGISLATURE TO IMPROVE ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE FOR STUDENTS
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Senator Steve Oelrich (R- Gainesville), Chair of the Senate Higher Education Committee and Representative Anitere Flores, (R-Miami), Chair of the House Prek-12 Appropriations Committee, today announced landmark legislation to improve the quality of health care on college campuses, reduce health care costs for students and their parents and bring in revenue for universities.
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03/23/2009
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“WELFARE FOR POLITICIANS” END IN SIGHT
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The House Full Appropriations Council on Education & Economic Development today approved House Joint Resolution (HJR) 81 by Representative Alan Hays (R-Umatilla) that would allow Florida voters to end public financing for statewide political campaigns, a system often called “welfare for politicians.”
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03/17/2009
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FLORIDA LEGISLATORS ANNOUNCE 21ST CENTURY DIPLOMA INITIATIVE
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Florida House Majority Leader Adam Hasner (R-Delray Beach), Senator Thad Altman (R-Melbourne) and Representative Erik Fresen (R-Miami) today announced Florida’s 21st Century Diploma Initiative. To provide for our state’s future economic growth, the legislation raises high school graduation standards to ensure Florida’s students are prepared to enter the increasingly competitive global economy.
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03/11/2009
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HOUSE MOVES FORWARD ON PROPERTY TAX RELIEF
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Several pieces of legislation aimed at providing additional property tax relief for Floridians passed the House Military & Local Affairs Policy Committee today. These bills will provide additional homestead exemptions for first-time property owners, cap all property taxes at 1.35% of total assessed valued, make it easier for property owners to challenge their assessments and limit assessment increases to 5 percent for non-homestead property.
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03/11/2009
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REPRESENTATIVE PLAKON ADVANCES AIR SAFETY AND WILDLIFE PROTECTION LEGISLATION
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Legislation to protect the safety of air travelers and preserve Florida’s wildlife was approved by the House Roads, Bridges & Ports Policy Committee today. House Bill (HB) 1065/Senate Bill (SB) 1864, known as the Airline Safety and Wildlife Protection Act of Florida, is sponsored by Representative Scott Plakon (R-Longwood) in the House and Senator Carey Baker (R-Eustis) in the Senate.
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03/11/2009
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RESOLUTION TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT FLORIDIANS’ RIGHT TO SECRET BALLOT CLEARS HURDLE
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House Majority Leader Adam Hasner (R-Delray Beach) today lauded the passage of House Joint Resolution (HJR) 1013 in the Governmental Affairs Policy Committee. The resolution calls for a Constitutional amendment which would preserve and protect one of American’s most precious voting rights – the right to a secret ballot.
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03/04/2009
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SCHENCK BILL STREAMLINES PERMITTING PROCESS TO HELP ATTRACT JOBS, PRESERVE ENVIRONMENT
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Legislation to help create jobs and revitalize Florida’s economy by cutting through permitting red tape and bureaucracy won unanimous approval from the Governmental Affairs Policy Committee today. House Bill (HB) 73, the “Mike McHugh Act,” by Representative Robert Schenck (R-Spring Hill), eliminates delays for companies attempting to establish businesses in Florida by requiring the Department of Environmental Protection and water management districts to adopt programs that create a 45-day expedited permitting process for businesses identified by a municipality or county as engaging in one of the target industries in Florida.
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03/02/2009
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House Republican Conference Chooses Cannon as Speaker-Designate for 2010-2012
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The House Republican Conference today unanimously chose Representative Dean Cannon (R-Winter Park) as Speaker-designate for the current legislative term. “We are fortunate to have a strong, humble, genuine leader at the helm, ready to guide the House into the next decade,” stated Representative Dorothy Hukill (R-Port Orange) who seconded Representative Cannon’s nomination for Speaker-designate. “Dean is a model public servant. He is a serious man – cognizant of the vast weight our decisions carry, understanding that what we say and do here impacts the lives of millions.”
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