Citizen Rights

Citizen Rights

Democratic government depends upon informed and active participation at all levels of government. Governmental bodies must protect the citizen’s right to know by giving adequate notice of proposed actions, holding open meetings, and making public records accessible.

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LWVFL ACTION ALERT: Oppose ANOTHER bill aimed to punish abortion patients and those who help them

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

Action Alerts

The Florida Senate Rules Committee will be taking up Senate Bill 476 (House Bill 651) on Monday (Feb. 26) at 2:00 p.m. (ET). This bill targets abortion providers, abortion-seeking patients, and people who help them by allowing lawsuits for “wrongful death” of an “unborn child.” This is the final committee stop in the Florida Senate.

We're urging every Florida League member to contact the members of the Senate Rules Committee and tell them to vote NO on Senate Bill 476!

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LWVFL ACTION ALERT: Oppose bill aimed to punish abortion patients and those who help them

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

Action Alerts

The Florida House Judiciary Committee will be taking up House Bill 651 (Senate Bill 476) tomorrow (Feb. 21) at 8:00 a.m. (ET) which will target abortion providers, abortion-seeking patients, and people who help them by allowing lawsuits for “wrongful death” of an “unborn child.” This is the final committee stop in the Florida House.

We're urging every Florida League member to contact the members of the House Judiciary Committee and telling them to vote NO on House Bill 651!

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President's Message, February 2024

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

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Dear Members,
I am confident that somebody reading this can help. Some jobs in our League, like mine, are highly visible. Some jobs take place behind the scenes quietly keeping the League gears moving smoothly. Such is the job of Roster Manager. Keeping track of existing members, dues, and new members has been shared by two steadfast Leaguers...

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The 9th Annual Community Conversation Series Addresses Immigration, Belonging & Civic Participation

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Submitted by Rhode Island in February 2024.

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PROVIDENCE, RI — The 9th Annual Community Discussion Series at Lippitt House Museum looks at Immigration, Belonging and Civic Participation March 12 and 19.

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Lobby Days attendees spend day in Tallahassee advocating for LWV causes

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

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League of Women Voters of Florida (LWVFL) epitomizes the League of Women Voters’ mission and vision with its annual Lobby Days in Tallahassee. Local League leaders from across the state convened to learn from the experts about what is and will be happening in the 2024 Florida Legislature. And then they converged on the Capitol to talk to individual legislators and attend committee meetings and legislative sessions.

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H.3676 Constitutional Convention: not the way to balance the federal budget

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Submitted by South Carolina in February 2024.

Action Alerts

On February 15, the House Constitutional Laws Subcommittee of the Judiciary Committee will take up H. 3676, a “Convention of States” bill with the specific focus of passing a balanced budget amendment to the U. S. Constitution. This bill is a threat to every American's constitutional rights and civil liberties. The League opposes a federal budget amendment, although we support fiscal responsibility.

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Introducing the Meet & Mobilize Collaborative Initiative

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Submitted by Alachua County in February 2024.

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The Meet & Mobilize Collaborative Initiative was formed from the Meet & Mobilize event in January. The collaborative is made up of nonpartisan community organizations, including Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Delta Sigma Zeta Chapter, the Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc. Gainesville Alumnae Chapter, The Visionaires Club, The Links Inc. Gainesville Chapter, and LWV of Alachua County. The aim is to create meaningful partnerships as we enter the 2024 election season through education, engagement and empowerment. It is evident that our voices are more vital when we unite and collaborate; it is a testament to the power of collective action. Working together will strengthen and maintain our democracy and our community.

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Oak Hammock Committee Meeting

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Submitted by Alachua County in January 2024.

Event Date: 
Feb 13 2024 07:00 pm
Event location: 

Oak Hammock

At this Oak Hammock Committee Meeting, Adriana Menendez and Veronica Robleto from the Rural Women's Health Project will speak on, "Health Justice Support for Farmworkers and Immigrant Communities."

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President's Message, January 2024

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Submitted by Alachua County in January 2024.

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Dear Members,
Here’s hoping that you enjoyed the festive season in a gratifying manner. Closing out a year and stepping into the next gives us a chance to reconsider our values and priorities and how to live them. Happy New Year to each of you!

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Untangling the 2024 Presidential Nomination with Dr. Caitlin Jewitt

Untangling the 2024 Presidential Nomination with Caitlin Jewitt

Submitted by Montgomery County, VA in January 2024.

Event Date: 
Feb 20 2024 03:00 pm to 04:30 pm
Event location: 

Warm Hearth Village - Tall Oaks Hall

Dr. Caitlin Jewitt, associate professor and associate chair in Virginia Tech’s Department of Political Science, chose as her title “Untangling the 2024 Presidential Nomination.” The event on Tuesday, Feb. 20th from 3–4:30 p.m.

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