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SB 896 has an active committee substitute and is in Senate Appropriations, also nearing floor consideration. HB 757 passed the Florida House and is now in the Senate Rules Committee, waiting for floor action.
Why it’s urgent: Nearing final votes and could reach the governor soon. This is the last window to influence amendments or outcomes. Track votes closely this week.
HB 991 passed the House and is in Senate Rules; SB 1334 is its companion in the Senate.
Why it’s urgent: Already passed one chamber and heading toward floor action before mid-March deadlines. Advocacy on voting rights should focus here now. Any advocacy around voting rights or voter access should focus here.
CS/CS/HJR 203 passed key committee steps and is likely moving toward placement on the 2026 ballot.
Why it’s urgent: Must clear final votes before the session ends to make the November ballot. Revenue impacts make this a now-or-never moment.
Act Now: If you care about voting rights, public safety, and protecting local services, contact your legislators today and make your voice heard. Click here for a list of Lee County’s federal and state legislators with contact information.
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The Informed Democrat February Edition:
Civic engagement: Why Sitting out is no longer neutral; Florida’s “Schools of Hope”…Aren’t; Let the Youth Lead! The View from Gen Z; Candidates Corner-U.S. House of Representative candidates; Caucus and Volunteer of the Month
Lee Dems Blog, February 19: “Election Security or Voter Barriers? Examining the SAVE Act”. Protecting elections and protecting access should never be in conflict. Read our overview of the SAVE Act and how it could impact voter registration across Lee County and the country.
With special thanks to producer and Lee Dems volunteer, Marta Gibbons.
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