Introduction Dear Reader,
2024 Legislative Bill Statistics
The 2024 Florida legislative session was marked by a range of significant policy debates and decisions across various issues. As promised by leadership, discussions and legislation on healthcare policy was a central focus, including efforts to train and educate the health care workforce and to improve access to affordable healthcare services statewide. Lawmakers also tackled Florida’s energy policy and issues related to homeowners or condo associations. There were many areas of bipartisan cooperation on issues benefiting Floridians, but contentious debates persisted as well. Overall, the session reflected Florida's diverse political landscape and the ongoing efforts to address pressing challenges for the 50+. AARP Florida's advocacy efforts during the 2024 legislative session centered on vital issues such as enhancing opportunities for the state's healthcare workforce, broadening access to affordable housing and safeguarding the financial security of consumers. As the 60-day session concluded on March 8th, our commitment resulted in significant achievements. The Florida advocacy team supported more than 25 bills that passed while either defeating or enhancing several other bills we opposed. AARP Florida is proud to produce this Legislative Voting Record to capture important information and highlight voting results on legislation that may impact you, your family and loved ones. This Legislative Voting Record allows everyone to see how elected officials voted on behalf of their constituents. We invite you to explore the Legislative Voting Record and get familiar with how these new laws might impact you. AARP Florida, with nearly 3 million members, is making a difference for older Floridians, but we can’t do it without you. If you would like to join us in our advocacy efforts, contact the AARP Florida State Office by sending an email to flaarp@aarp.org. There are many impactful opportunities to volunteer around the state – you don’t have to be in Tallahassee to make your voice heard. The information contained in this document is current as of March 27, 2024.
THE 2024 REGULAR SESSION INCLUDED:
Bills and PCBs filed 1,957 Amendments filed 2,196 Votes taken 3,051 Floor sessions 43
Bills passed both chambers 325
BILLS AARP NOTICED
85 Individual bills noticed
Bills passed that AARP noticed 29
Issues represented by bills 53
AARP INTEREST AREAS REPRESENTED BY BILLS:
AARP Florida Advocacy Team (L-R): Karen Murillo, Zayne Smit h, Ivonne Fernández Laura Streed, Chante' Jones, & Kaylee Peters.
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Budget Bills 2
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