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Nov 23, 2022

Today, we convened the 91st Florida House of Representatives. I am honored to preside over a chamber that will bring new, bold ideas to fuel Florida’s economy, empower our families and communities, and set up future generations for even greater success.

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#TheFloridaWay puts public safety first and respects the rule of law. I look forward to working with

@GovRonDeSantis

@AGAshleyMoody

, &

@Kathleen4SWFL

on legislation to strengthen and protect our communities.

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Ron DeSantis

@GovRonDeSantis

In Florida, we are taking steps to preserve law & order by enhancing accountability for criminals, combatting human smuggling and protecting Floridians from fentanyl.

Jan 29

Florida continues to lead the way by empowering parents to customize their child’s education, all while maintaining historic K-12 funding for traditional public schools. Thank you,

@SkylarZander

and

@AFPFlorida

, for your strong advocacy on this issue.

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AFP Florida

@AFPFlorida

Jan 27

"By providing families with the flexibility and freedom to choose the best educational path for their children, Florida can set its children up for success for decades to come." - @SkylarZander, @AFPFlorida State Director #FlaPol #YourKidsYourChoice bit.ly/3WXuzXP

Thank you,

, for your strong support of school choice for all Florida families. #YourKidsYourChoice

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James Madison Inst.

@JmsMadisonInst

Jan 27

“But H.B. 1 would give all families the freedom to purchase “unbundled” education resources – such as curriculum, tutoring, or online courses – from multiple providers.” Check out this most recent piece from JMI’s William Mattox in @TDOnline → tallahassee.com/story/opinion/

Jan 27

On the anniversary of the Auschwitz-Birkenau liberation & #HolocaustRemembranceDay, #WeRemember the 6M Jews & countless others who were murdered by the incarnation of evil. It’s our responsibility to stand against antisemitism so this #NeverAgain occurs.

FL House Republicans

@FLGOPMajority

Thank you, Representative

@jenna_persons

-Mulicka, for sharing your family’s school choice success story. The Choice & Innovation Subcommittee passed HB 1 today, which is now headed to its second committee stop. #YourKidsYourChoice

Florida’s growing workforce will be able to #LiveLocal and grow roots in the communities they serve thanks to President

@kathleen4SWFL

’s bold vision for expanding safe and affordable housing.

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Florida Senate

@FLSenate

"Long commutes place heavy burdens on a family, impacting finances, child care, and quality of life. We want our workers to be able to #LiveLocal, with easy access to their place of employment." - @Kathleen4SWFL flsenate.gov/PublishedConte

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On #NationalFloridaDay and every day, all eyes are on the Sunshine State. I look forward to working with

@GovRonDeSantis

and

@Kathleen4SWFL

during the upcoming session to expand and strengthen freedom and opportunity for Floridians. After all, that's the Florida Way!

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Thank you, Rep.

, for agreeing to serve on the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking. In this appointment, he will be a strong voice for survivors and will represent the House well in the fight to end human trafficking.

I’m thrilled to share that I have appointed Representatives

@bobbypaynefl

and

@MikeGiallombar3

to the Southern States Energy Board. I am certain that they will perform their duties well as they serve Florida’s consumers and our energy industry. Congratulations!

I’m pleased to have appointed Rep. Vicki Lopez to the Housing Development Corporation of Florida Board of Directors. She will be a valuable asset to the Board as they carry out their mission. Congratulations, Representative

I’m happy to share that I have appointed Reps

@DavidRSilvers

and

@JosieTomkow

to the Florida Public Service Commission Nominating Council, along with

@RepMcClure

who will serve as Chair. Congratulations, Representatives!

FL House Republicans

@FLGOPMajority

Representative Plasencia knows firsthand how important school choice is. Thank you, Representative, for sharing your experience. #YourKidsYourChoice

Rep. Kaylee Tuck knows firsthand the positive effect that playing high school sports can have on a student’s academic success, which is why I have appointed her to the Florida High School Athletic Association Public Liaison Advisory Committee. Congratulations,

Expanding school choice is just one of the many reasons that Florida is known as the land of freedom and opportunity. #YourKidsYourChoice

I am proud to share that I’ve appointed Reps Patt Maney and Tyler Sirois to the Florida Defense Support Task Force. They are well-suited to carry out the mission of maintaining Florida as the most military and veteran-friendly state!

I’m happy to share my appointment of Representative

@bob_rommel

to the Enterprise Florida Inc. Board of Directors. His vast knowledge and experience will serve the Board well in this new role. Congratulations, my friend!

HB 1 gives parents the tools they need to customize their children's education and set them up for success in a global economy. #YourKidsYourChoice

Rep.

has been a staunch advocate for children & their access to early learning programs during her time in the House. I am proud to have appointed her to the Council for Early Grade Success & know that FL students will be better off because of her service. Congrats!

FL House Republicans

@FLGOPMajority

Here’s what Education & Employment Chair

@RalphMassullo

had to say about HB 1:

I recently appointed Rep. Christine Hunschofsky to the Commission on Mental Health & Substance Abuse. She will be a valuable asset in improving mental health and substance abuse services across the state of Florida. Congratulations,

Congrats, Rep.

, on your appointment to the Children & Youth Cabinet. I am confident your knowledge & experience will help to further the Cabinet’s mission of ensuring that all Florida children grow up safe, healthy, educated, & prepared to meet their full potential.

I’m proud to have appointed Rep. Lauren Melo to the CareerSource Florida Board of Directors, where she will continue to be an important voice for Florida’s workforce and business community. Congratulations,

It’s only fitting that Rep. Adam Botana

@headboatwasher

be appointed to the Boating Advisory Council. I know that his experience and skillset will prove him a valuable addition to the Council as it considers matters of importance to the boating community.

Last week, I appointed Rep. Susan Plasencia to the Alzheimer's Disease Advisory Committee. She will serve as a strong advocate for those living with Alzheimer's and their caretakers. Congratulations, Representative!

Your kids. Your choice. That's the Florida Way!

I enjoyed talking with

@GlennaWPLG

about HB 1, which will be heard in the Choice & Innovation Subcommittee this Thursday. Thanks for having me! Watch the full interview here: bit.ly/3Hn7wAO

Every child deserves a high-quality education, not just those in certain zip codes and income brackets. It's time we empower parents to choose the school and education plan that best fits their child's unique needs. #YourKidsYourChoice

Jan 23

We're proud to continue the mission that

@JebBush

began in 1999 when he signed FL's 1st school choice program into law. FL continues to lead the way in empowering parents by giving them the freedom to make informed decisions about their children's education. #YourKidsYourChoice

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Tampa Bay Times

@TB_Times

Jan 23

I’m Jeb Bush, and I support Florida’s new voucher plan | Column trib.al/ciqeYik

Jan 23

The Florida Way empowers all Floridians with the freedom to pursue their dreams in a climate that promotes prosperity, expands opportunity, and preserves our quality of life. bit.ly/3Jqhm6L

Special needs students said to benefit from school choice bill

Jan 21

Eli, Brecken, and every other Florida student deserve access to educational resources that will set them up for a successful future. Thank you, Megan, for sharing your family’s story. #YourKidsYourChoice

mynews13.com

Parents and some school officials support the measure.

Thank you for sharing your experience with Charlie. Your family's story reminds us all why we're taking on this mission- to ensure that ALL children are given the same opportunity to thrive.

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Jenna Persons-Mulicka

@jenna_persons

Historic legislation to empower parents and provide more opportunities for all of our kiddos! Thank you Speaker @Paul_Renner and Chair @KayleeTuck2 for your leadership, vision and dedication to our families and children! twitter.com/Paul_Renner/st…

Jan 21

By focusing on outcomes, Florida has become a model for the rest of the country. We will continue to build upon that success by expanding choice, encouraging competition, and improving educational outcomes. #YourKidsYourChoice

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Jan 20

Florida is a leader in the school choice movement, with more students participating in choice programs than any other state. We will not stop fighting until every parent has the power to customize their child's education to fit their unique needs. #YourKidsYourChoice

Proud of the work Chair

@KayleeTuck2

is doing to provide every child in Florida with access to a world-class education. #YourKidsYourChoice

Kathleen Passidomo

@Kathleen4SWFL

Here in the free State of Florida, we trust parents to make the best decisions for their children. This historic legislation empowers parents, ensuring they direct the significant funding Florida taxpayers are dedicating to education to the best program for their child.

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Choice is about empowering parents and creating competition that raises the level of excellence in all of our schools. #YourKidsYourChoice

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Jeb Bush

@JebBush

Bold leadership from Speaker

and fellow champions of students. Florida stands on the verge of restoring the original intent of publicly funding education – by funding individual students – so each child can reach their full God-given potential.

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Almost 25 years ago, under the direction of Gov. @JebBush, Florida became a leader in educational freedom and opportunity by starting the school choice movement. It's time to finish the job. The Florida House is dedicated to expanding choice to every student in Florida. (1/2)

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