Senator Simpson Pushes for Transparent Redistricting

Senator Simpson Pushes for Transparent Redistricting

Jim McCool
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August 13, 2021
Yesterday in Tallahassee, Senate President Sen. Wilton Simpson (R) sent a memorandum to all Florida State Senators in regard to new census data and how it plays into the 2022 midterm elections.  Simpson has apparently been prioritizing a transparent redistricting process. In his letter, Senator Simpson set the tone for redistricting this election cycle, suggesting […]
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Sen. Ileana Garcia Appointed to top Spot in Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking

Sen. Ileana Garcia Appointed to top Spot in Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking

Daniel Molina
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July 9, 2021
Florida Senate President Wilton Simpson (R) appointed Florida Senator Ileana Garcia (R) to the Florida Alliance to End Human Trafficking’s Board of Directors.
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DeSantis Vetoed No-Fault Rule Bill

DeSantis Vetoed No-Fault Rule Bill

Daniel Molina
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June 30, 2021
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) vetoed SB 54.
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Colleen Burton Gains Major GOP Endorsements

Colleen Burton Gains Major GOP Endorsements

Daniel Molina
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June 27, 2021
She’s just picked up two endorsements from lawmakers that are vying for the 2024-2026 Senate presidency.
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DeSantis Gives $1,000 Bonuses to all First Responders

DeSantis Gives $1,000 Bonuses to all First Responders

Javier Manjarres
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May 5, 2021
Satellite Beach—Accompanied by State Senator Debbie Mayfield and State Rep. Randy Fine, and along with about a dozen law enforcement officers, Gov. Ron DeSantis announced that “every sworn law enforcement officer, every EMT, every firefighter, and every paramedic in the state of Florida” will receive a $1,000 bonus after he signs the state budget.
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DeSantis Lifts all Local  COVID Emergency Mandates

DeSantis Lifts all Local COVID Emergency Mandates

Jim McCool
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May 3, 2021
Today Governor Ron DeSantis (R-FL) held a press conference in St. Petersburg, Florida to discuss COVID-19 in Florida, and surprise everyone with signing a new bill into law and signing an executive order that would lift nearly all local and state COVID restrictions.  The Governor was joined by Speaker Chris Sprowls (R-FL) and Senate President Wilton Simpson (R-FL). Senator Danny Burgess,...
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New Budget Outlook Could Keep Sprowls, Simpson From Using Affordable Housing Funds

New Budget Outlook Could Keep Sprowls, Simpson From Using Affordable Housing Funds

Javier Manjarres
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April 8, 2021
With SB 2512 having passed in the Florida Senate with a newly adopted amendment, and its companion bill HB 5401 going to a third reading in the House chamber, interested parties still have funding concerns over these two measures.
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FL Senate Wants Lower Salary for Higher Ed's top Employees

FL Senate Wants Lower Salary for Higher Ed's top Employees

Daniel Molina
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March 28, 2021
In response, Katie Betta, the spokeswoman for Senate President Wilton Simpson (R) informed that dropping the salary is one of the difficult decisions made to present the budget.
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DeSantis Encourages Gambling Law Changes in FL

DeSantis Encourages Gambling Law Changes in FL

Jim McCool
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March 19, 2021
Last week, Governor Ron DeSantis (R) confirmed suspicions by meeting with Florida's top gambling officials, including Native American groups, such as the Seminole Tribe. Recent reports have shown that DeSantis and Florida are, "getting close to a deal" with the Seminole Tribe. This week Governor DeSantis at a press conference revealed he is "happy to […]
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FL Senate Passes 'Right to Farm' Bill Expansion

FL Senate Passes 'Right to Farm' Bill Expansion

Daniel Molina
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March 18, 2021
The Senate has just passed legislation to modernize right to farm protections.
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Frank Artiles' Home Raided in Possible Connection to 2020 Campaign 'Plant'

Frank Artiles' Home Raided in Possible Connection to 2020 Campaign 'Plant'

Daniel Molina
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March 17, 2021
Artiles is alleged to have publically bragged about the “plant,” a candidate by the name of Alex Rodriguez, who had previously never been a candidate before.
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Scott Urges Biden to Prioritize Everglades Restoration

Scott Urges Biden to Prioritize Everglades Restoration

Daniel Molina
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March 3, 2021
Florida Senator Rick Scott (R) has now directed a letter, urging President Joe Biden (D) to prioritize Florida Everglades restoration projects  in congressional budget requests.
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Gaetz positioning himself to be Governor of Florida and POTUS

Gaetz positioning himself to be Governor of Florida and POTUS

Javier Manjarres
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February 11, 2021
He won’t challenge Senator Marco Rubio in a Republican primary race for Senate in 2022, but Rep. Matt Gaetz says he would consider running for Florida’s “Commissioner of Agriculture,” a move that would set him up as a favorite to become governor of the state in 2026,
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Mast Presses Simpson To Do More For Florida's Environment

Mast Presses Simpson To Do More For Florida's Environment

Jim McCool
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February 6, 2021
This week, Congressman Brian Mast (R-FL) took to Facebook to publicly apply pressure to new State Senate President Wilton Simpson (R-FL) in regard to protecting Florida's environment.
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Ana Maria Rodriguez Receives More Endorsements in Senate Race

Ana Maria Rodriguez Receives More Endorsements in Senate Race

Daniel Molina
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August 21, 2019
“Ana Maria is a fierce advocate for her community and would make a tremendous impact for them in the Florida Senate.”
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