There is a highly controversial bill hitting the Florida Senate today that was introduced by Sen JD Alexander, Republican, (Republicans need all the help they can get right now) that will restrict the average voters' rights even more. This Bill will make it more difficult for regular citizens to petition as compared to well-financed corporations, their PAC's and interests (and we know who some of them are!!)—
Some of the highlights (bad stuff) of SB 956
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Allows political committees formed in other states to work in
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Allows potential candidates for office to do polls, testing the waters without having to open a campaign account first. Political parties could also do polls on potential candidates and share the results
Would block potential voters from having their registration information verified on Election Day. All new applicants must have their registration validated before that day.
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No one shall "solicit" information from voters standing in lines outside of polling places whether in person or by means of "audio or visual equipment."
It is imperative that you contact the Senators on the Ethics & Election Committee right now and ask them to vote NO on this dangerous bill.
Senator J.D. Alexander (Dist 17) (850) 487-5044; alexander.jd.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Carey Baker (Dist 20); (850) 487-5014; baker.carey.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Alex Diaz de la Portilla (Dist 36); (850) 487-5109; portilla.alex.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Mike Fasano (Dist 11); (850) 487-5062; fasano.mike.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Andy Gardiner (Dist 9); (850) 487-5047; gardiner.andy.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Arthenia L. Joyner (Dist 18); (850) 487-5059; joyner.arthenia.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Charlie Justice (Dist 16); (850) 487-5075; justice.charlie.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Nan H. Rich (Dist 34); (850) 487-5103; rich.nan.web@flsenate.gov
Senator Garrett Richter (Dist 37); (850) 487-5124; richter.garrett.web@flsenate.gov
