Florida 2023 Legislative Session is OVER with Successful Results
The gavel is DOWN, the Florida Legislative session is OVER and the concerning, damaging bills were NOT passed into law.
- No 24-hour notice on vacation rentals (HB 833)
- No Red-Lettering on Driver’s Licenses (HB 1085)
- No green, fluorescent license plates (Book’s Amendment to SB 1252)
Thank You to….
- EVERYONE who contacted their legislatures through emails, phone calls, and letters.
- EVERYONE who communicated the injustices of the proposed bills through social media, press releases, and TV/News interviews.
- EVERYONE who responded to our calls-for-action and SHARED those actions with friends and family
- EVERYONE outside of Florida who raised their voices in defense of fellow citizens and families in Florida
We can all pause and reflect today on how we demonstrated strength in numbers.
But our work is not over. The 60-day Legislative Session is the final stage of a 4-part annual cycle. After a break, we will focus on all stages of the Legislative process, and continue the momentum to advocate for positive changes in the laws.
- Scheduling teams to visit their legislators in the district offices (during Stage 1 – May-July)
- Organizing Lobby days in Tallahassee (in Stage 2 – Aug-Oct)
- Building a Speakers team to represent FAC in the Legislative Delegation Meetings (ready to present in Stage 3-Nov-Dec)
- Planning accommodations for full-time presence in Tallahassee during the next 60-day session (Stage 4-Jan 9, 2024-March 2024)
To join the Legislative Team or participate in any of the annual stages described above, [email protected] or talk to your FAC County Coordinator.
WITH UNITY COMES CHANGE
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Congratulations to Fac and everyone involved in this battle. Let’s keep things going !!
Job well done!!
What a relief. I do agree with rationale law makers that address concerns in society. I dont agree with marginalizing a group of people or more importantly their innocent family members. If we had a way to openly help people (before a crime is committed)struggling with sexually defiant tendencies… Like a hotline they can call to talk or reach out without fear of negative repercussions. Ex Suicide hotline, Alcoholic Anonymous hotline, Drug Abuse hotline or groups etc. I think would be a Great Start.
First and foremost, Thank the Lord.
Secondly thank you FAC
Thirdly the volunteers, lawyers and anyone else who worked on or helped with these horrible proposals.
We can (At least for now) sound a sigh of relief and lifts many burdens off our shoulders. We still have to be diligent as we know there is always someone working in the shadows fighting against us with new ideas to punish us.
Yes we all can be thankful and the Lord helps us all in many ways. Someone in thhe Legislation in FLA knew this could be a dyaster While the license plate ordeal was an issue I’m sure this registry is a sensitive issue also.
Myself and I’m sure many are looking for the bandiment of much or all of this registry. While we all still should have respect of persons the father in heaven is no respecter of persons. This registry is a miscarriage to all that got involved in it. Including myself. All things are possible with God, with man it is not impossible. Government well they have there downfall. Look at Rome.
I know its hurting those that are married but this win in Florida is good news for those that bear the label. This registry is stigmatizing to many. Good work everyone.
It takes a strong and wise person to admit when they miscalculated and admire this in you. I feel there were many of us who doubted.
FAC is a blessing and I want to personally thank them for their incredible leadership and their drive and determination. I know this has personally been a trying year for you all and I admire your ability to plow on. True grit and determination! Thank you! Thank you! Without you, we would not have accomplished this.
And I am remiss if do not also thank all of you that did as I did.. make calls and write.
The Florida Panthers hockey team barely made the playoffs this year. And then they went on to beat the team with the most wins EVER in a season in the entire history of the NHL. A real life incredible David vs Goliath story!! I was overjoyed watching the games. BUT that joy and achievement pales to what, to me, is our HISTORIC win against the Goliaths in Tallahassee.
I sense a change in the air. I am so much more hopeful now that we CAN and DID make a difference!!!!!!!
To all of you, our community….thanks for standing up!
“With Unity Comes Change” is no longer just a slogan to me. It has become a true felt motto!! Wish we could all get together to celebrate.
The Panthers are now winning the second round of the playoffs against the second best team this season. I sense that like them, we must now continue fighting and winning!
Go Panthers! Go FAC!
With Unity Comes Change!!!
Well said, G. Thank you.
I have to say I was a doubter as to SB 1252. When Sen. Book put those personal hateful amendments in at the last minute, I just figured we would have a new fight on our hands. It really surprised me that they were taken off. But that doesn’t mean she won’t try again next year which is her last chance as it is her last term. Good work everyone!
Thank you to everyone who spoke up and out loud! You made a difference!