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Congress Voted Against Banning Taxpayer Funding of Gender Transition Benefits for Military
From the desk of John Stemberger, President of Florida Family Policy Council: I am sitting here stunned. Late last week, Congress voted on an amendment by Rep. Vicky Hartzler (R-MO) to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) which would have barred the use of...
We have young people who need your help!
The world is a much different place than when you and I were growing up. Hostile peer pressure, worldly academic deception, and cultural influence are too strong for most youth to withstand. We must equip our young people to not only be ready and able to withstand...
Florida Family Policy Council Praises Governor Scott for Veto of “Whiskey and Wheaties”
(TALLAHASSEE, FL) On Wednesday evening, Governor Scott vetoed SB 106, dubbed “Whiskey and Wheaties” by the media. The bill, if passed, would have allowed grocery stores and big box retailers (like Walmart and Target) to sell hard liquor in the same way that they sell...
Ask Governor Scott to Veto “Whiskey and Wheaties”
Right now, sitting on Governor Scott's desk awaiting signature, is SB 106 which has been dubbed "Whiskey and Wheaties". This piece of legislation would remove a requirement for hard liquor to be sold in small package stores paving the way for grocery stores and big...
Legislative Insider’s Report: Week 9 of 9
It's a wrap, folks! After 63 days, the Legislature adjourned at 8:52 pm on Monday night after passing the state budget. While there is rampant speculation that Gov. Scott may veto the budget and force a special session of the Legislature, the 98-14 vote in the House...
Announcing A New Summer Program For 16-25 Year Old Students!
Patriot Academy is an intensive leadership boot camp for young people ages 16-25. Students develop leadership strategies, life purpose plans, media relations, public speaking advanced communication skills, campaign techniques, and a founding fathers’ philosophy of government.
Legislative Insider’s Report: Week 8 of 9
We are headed into the final week of Session, and with that, comes the final push to get the budget (the Legislature’s only constitutionally mandated requirement) and other important legislation passed.
Legislative Insider’s Report Week 7 of 9
The question on everyone’s mind this week is “Will they or won’t they?” Speculation is running rampant in the Capitol as to whether or not the Legislature will finish its business before the end of the normal 60-day session, which is May 5th. There are a number of issues which have yet to be resolved, most importantly the budget.
Legislative Insider’s Report: Weeks 5 and 6 of 9
We hope this message finds you and your family well and that you had a blessed celebration of the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ this past weekend. We’re now entering the final three weeks of Legislative Session. Both chambers are considering major legislation regarding the budget, school choice, gambling, and more!
Legislative Insider’s Report Week 4 of 9
We are almost halfway through Legislative Session this year, and it ended up being a fairly busy week for education bills, which is great news as legislators are looking to give Florida’s students as many educational options as possible. Both the House and the Senate released their proposed budgets this week and will begin to shift some of their focus to ironing out those details. Some of the subcommittees had their final meetings for the year, and so this is the point where bills begin to die if they are not moving through the process. We are continuing to work hard to see that good legislation is passed this year.
Special Notes
Florida Family Policy Council’s Legislative Insider’s Report: Legislative Session Week 9 of Week 9
Florida Family Policy Council’s Legislative Insider’s Report: Legislative Session Week 9 of Week 9Dear Friend, As the 2023 Legislative Session comes to a close, we reflect on the remarkable progress made in Florida. This year, our state took bold strides in...
Announcing New Book, ‘Legacy of Life,’ honoring 50 of the greatest pro-life leaders of the last 50 years
For Immediate Release May 1, 2023 Landmark new book, ‘Legacy of Life,’ honors 50 of the greatest pro-life leaders of the last 50 years. Powerful new book to launch June 26, 2023, and will commemorate the Dobbs v. Jackson Supreme Court ruling that overturned Roe...
Insider’s Report: Week 8 of 9, Florida Legislative Session
Insider's Report: Week 8 of 9, Florida Legislative SessionDear Friend, The 2023 Legislative Session is almost over, as Week 8 comes to completion. The Capitol was mostly quiet, except for on Thursday, when over 200 LGBT pro-drag queen activists in red...