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Saturday, April 8, 2023
Senate passes bill banning gender-affirming care for minors and limiting it for adults
Florida is one step closer to establishing a permanent ban on gender-affirming care for minors and placing hurdles in the way for adults who want the care.
The Senate voted 27-12 to advance a bill (SB 254) that would codify rules passed by the state’s two medical boards to ban the procedures for minors. The bill would also codify a Medicaid rule banning reimbursement for the procedures for people of all ages.
More HERE
Tampa Bay ranks fourth in deadliest places for pedestrians
A new report Tuesday ranks the Tampa-St. Pete-Clearwater metro area fourth in the country for the most dangerous roads for pedestrians, and transportation leaders shared what they are changing to help address the issue.
Fascism’s History Offers Lessons about Today’s Attacks on Education
Public education has long been a battlefield in the U.S., from the Scopes trial to desegregation to climate change. Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’s recent demands for greater control over public education—and students’ bodies—in the guise of “parent’s rights” accelerates this conflict, rejecting the importance of learning as a public good in itself in favor of promoting conformity and uncritical thinking.....MORE
Friday, April 7, 2023
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Florida health official must testify in transgender Medicaid fight, says federal judge
A federal judge has rejected a request by Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration to shield a top health official from testifying in a lawsuit challenging the state’s prohibition on Medicaid coverage of gender-affirming care for transgender people.....MORE
City of Tampa offering vouchers for eBikes this week
The City of Tampa Mobility Department is proposing an eBike Voucher Program for all city residents. Vouchers provided through this program range in value from $500 to $2,000 based on the voucher type and the applicant’s income qualifications.....MORE
Tampa City Council approves financial settlement over conversion therapy ban
Tampa City Council on Thursday unanimously passed the resolution approving the settlement by the city in Christian-based Liberty Counsel's favor which struck down an ordinance banning conversion therapy.
The city of Tampa is set to pay Liberty Counsel $950,000 as a result.
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Tampa councilmembers vote in favor of police review board getting independent legal advisor
After months of back and forth, a group that is designed to review police disciplinary cases or alleged misconduct in Tampa will now have access to more legal resources.
On Thursday, Tampa City Council passed an ordinance for its second reading and adoption, giving the Citizens Review Board (CRB) access to an independent legal advisor that’s not employed by the city.
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Thursday, April 6, 2023
USF Students Protest DeSantis’ Attacks on DEI in Florida Colleges
Students for a Democratic Society at University of South Florida protesting at Marshall Student Center. By Josh Holton/WMNF (4/6/2023)
Today at the University of South Florida about a dozen students with Students for a Democratic Society protested a law to ban majors and minors in gender studies, Critical Race Theory, and related studies that focus on teaching Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.....MORE
Thou Doth Protest Too Much, Methinks
Florida’s Governor says he knows he wasn’t elected to be a “dictator,” but blames the press for acting like he is one.
In Michigan Thursday, Ron DeSantis told a crowd at Hillsdale College that reporters got it wrong regarding his governing philosophy.
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Florida officials warn of fire risks
A dry, earlier than normal wildfire season has Florida officials warning residents to take risks seriously.
“We have very dry conditions all over the state, near drought conditions, are extremely dry,” said Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson at a news conference in Hillsborough County Thursday. “We’re just asking everyone to be very vigilant. We realize this has already been a very busy season and obviously we hope to mitigate that through a lot of safety measures.”
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St. Petersburg leaders vote against giving $50K to abortion fund for travel expenses
In a 2-6 vote, the St. Petersburg City Council voted against providing $50,000 in additional funding for the Tampa Bay Abortion Fun for travel-related expenses.
The Tampa Bay Abortion Fund helps Floridians who are more than 15 weeks pregnant with travel-related expenses for abortions at out-of-state clinics.
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U.S. would bar full ban on trans athletes but allow exceptions
Schools and colleges across the U.S. would be forbidden from enacting outright bans on transgender athletes under a proposal released Thursday from the Biden administration, but teams could create some limits in certain cases — for example, to ensure fairness.....MORE
HCSO offering free gun trigger locks, vaults to residents
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office is launching a new program aimed at promoting gun safety and protecting families and children.
As part of the new program, the sheriff’s office will be offering free gun trigger locks and vaults to county residents.
For more information about the program or to get a trigger lock or vault, contact HCSO’s Community Outreach Division at 813-247-8115.
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Rosegarden Funeral Party plays Tampa on Monday
After opening for Jesus and Mary Chain in its hometown Dallas, Rosegarden Funeral Party is out on the road by itself where it’ll be face to face with fans of goth who’ve grown attached to vocalist Leah Lane’s painful, heartbreaking lyrics and bombastic stage presence.
Self-styled as the indigo child of Peter Murphy and Siouxsie Sioux, Lane will be in good company thanks to local opener Kate Swan, aka FjshWjfe.
Tickets to see Rosegarden Funeral Party play the music hall at New World Brewery on Monday, April 10 are still available and start at $15.
Tickets HERE
St. Pete city council approves resolution supporting abortion rights
The St. Petersburg city council has voted to approve a resolution supporting the rights of residents to make their own decisions regarding abortions.
The first resolution passed with a 6-2 vote Thursday morning. The city council also is discussing allocating funds to the Tampa Bay abortion fund. A vote is expected later on Thursday.
More HERE
Florida Senators advance bill that would let supporters of Confederate monuments and other historical markers sue over their removal or destruction
Supporters of Confederate monuments and other historical markers could sue over removal or destruction of the displays, under a controversial proposal continuing to move forward in the Florida Senate.....MORE
700 Students Wouldn't Have Had It Any Other Way
'I don't think anyone had even heard of it. Very few people had heard of it.'
Florida’s Governor told Michigan Republicans that no one had heard of the state’s public honors college before his recent revamp.
In remarks at the Midland County Republican Party Spring Breakfast, Ron DeSantis offered scathing remarks about New College of Florida.
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