Take Action Now: Florida’s Role in the Threat to Section 504

Floridians should be aware that our state is part of the Texas v. Kennedy lawsuit—an effort that could weaken or dismantle Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

For more than 50 years, Section 504 has ensured that people with disabilities are not excluded from schools, jobs, healthcare, and public services simply because of who they are. These protections are not theoretical—they are part of daily life for thousands of Floridians.

This lawsuit challenges the federal government’s authority to enforce those protections. If successful, it could limit access to education, employment, and essential services for blind and disabled Floridians—rolling back decades of civil rights progress.

Florida is one of nine states involved. That means our elected leaders have the power to step away from this case.
What you can do

Meet the Candidates

You are invited to our Candidate Forum—an opportunity to hear directly from those seeking to represent our community. Candidates will share their vision, answer audience questions, and offer closing remarks in a respectful, informative setting. Attending Speakers: Cindy Banyai (FL State House, Dist. 78); Howard Sapp (Congressional  Dist. 19); Victor Arias (Congressional  Dist. 19); India Palencia School Bd. At Large-All of Lee Co.; Debbie Jordan (School Bd., Dist. 4)

Your voice matters—join us to learn, ask questions, and be part of shaping our community’s future.

Saturday, April 4 | 2–4 PM
Ft. Myers Regional Library
2450 First St.