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Volume 31 Issue 2 June-July 2012

Hillsborough County Chapter Newsletter

ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.

AMERICAN BIKERS AIMED TOWARDS

EDUCATION

Your Local Chapter for

Tampa Bay Area’s #1 Motorcycle Rights Organization

PUT SPOOKS ‘N SCOOTS ON YOUR CALENDAR

OCTOBER 12-14, 2012

Page 2 ABATE of Florida, Inc.

The views expressed in this newsletter are not necessarily those of ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC., or the Hillsborough County Chapter. This publication encourages its members to submit letters about ABATE related events, stories, articles, photographs, poems, commentaries, etc. ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC. and the Hillsborough County Chapter accepts no responsibility for the opinions, views, or comments contained in this publication. Hi l lsborough County Chapter reserves the right to edit any article submitted for publication. All materials submitted to Hillsborough County Chapter for use in this newsletter become property of the chapter.

DISCLAIMER

T o Fight for the

Freedom of the Road &

Freedom of Choice for

the motorcycle riders of

the state of Florida.

T o Become a

powerful and viable

political force in the

state of Florida by

encouraging riders to

register to vote, be ac-

tive at the polls, and to

communicate on a regu-

lar basis with our

legislators.

T o Promote safe

riding habits & driver

awareness without

infringing upon the

rights of any individuals.

T o Work towards

educating our legislators

in motorcycle matters so

that they are able to

m a k e t h e b e s t

decisions affecting

Florida’s motorcycle

riders.

T o Pub l i sh a

periodical publication to

keep members of

ABATE of Florida

informed.

ABATE OF

FLORIDA, INC.

Our Mission

Statement

Guidelines For

Submissions

Members can submit photos, articles, letters of interest, stories, etc. The newsletter deadline is listed on the calendar pages. Please do not submit accusatory or slanderous articles, or those containing profane language.

For Submissions, please contact: Patti

Phone: (813) 695-9203 Or E-Mail: [email protected]

ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC

ABATE of Florida, Inc. is incorporated under the

laws of Florida as a motorcycle rights

organization or MRO.

ABATE of Florida, Inc. currently is the only

political MRO in Florida representing the

interests of it's members and the motorcycling

public at large.

ABATE of Florida, Inc. is dedicated to securing

and protecting the rights of all motorcyclists in

the state.

The corporation has retained the services of a full time

lobbyist.

It is the duty of the lobbyist to coordinate with the

legislative trustee on matters of legislative interest and to

put forth these interests to the legislators in Tallahassse.

The lobbyist works closely with the Legislative Trustee and

the state Board of Directors to formulate favorable bills and

pursue getting the bills enacted into law.

The lobbyist is also responsible for finding a willing and

suitable sponsor in the Florida House and Senate for the

aforementioned bills.

In the area of education ABATE of Florida, Inc. has

copyrighted a Motorcycle Safety and Awareness Program.

The program is designed to be presented in schools and

other public forums to better educate students and the

general public. ABATE of Florida findings, show a greater

need for public awareness due to the increased numbers

of motorcycles on the streets and highways of Florida.

We will endeavor to enlist the cooperation and

participation of all organizations and individuals who

share a similar interest in preserving our American

tradition of freedom.

The corporation through its chapters enlists the talents of

it's members to promote a positive public image and lobby

at the local level by contacting their respective legislators.

The corporation aligns itself with other organizations and

individuals who are pursing the same rights and freedoms

as guaranteed by the Constitutions of the United States

and the State of Florida.

We will involve ourselves in fund raising to achieve our

goals.

The corporation raises money from memberships and fund

raising events at both the state and chapter level.

At the state level the main fund raising event is the

campground during Bike Week at Daytona.

The chapters hold fund raising events throughout the year

across the state and use these funds to help the state

organization pursue its goals at the local level.

DONATIONS TO


ARE NOT TAX DEDUCTIBLE

FOR FEDERAL INCOME TAX PURPOSES


Hillsborough County Chapter

Board and Trustees 2011—2012

President:

Richard Nasrallah (813)

626-0589

[email protected]

Vice President:

James Sewell

(813) 763-2127

[email protected]

Secretary:

Ted Evans

(813) 417-1356

[email protected]

Treasurer:

Bob Munroe

(813) 294-0847

[email protected]

Sergeant at Arms:

Bill Nasrallah

(813) 850-6556

[email protected]

Membership Trustee:

Steve Nasrallah

(813) 270-0596

[email protected]

Legislative Trustee:

Vacant

Safety Director:

Jan Reed

(813) 478-1879

havegone2the [email protected]

REMINDER!!!!!!

Member personal classified ads are

free. This Does Not include Business

Ads. Please e-mail or call in your ad

before the newsletter deadline. Public Relations/Community

Affairs:

Dino Reed

(813) 714-9476

havegone2the [email protected]

Products Trustee:

Jo Brown

(813) 685-0949 jojo-

[email protected]

Newsletter Editor:

Jim Cass

(813) 421-2234

[email protected]

Web Master:

Patti Nasrallah

(813) 626-0589

[email protected]

Chapter Delegates:

Steve Nasrallah

Vacant

Alternate Chapter

Delegates:

Tom Barbieri

Bill Nasrallah

Bob Munroe

Terry Schissler

Dino Reed

Memorial:

Ted Evans

(813) 417-1356

[email protected]

"Never doubt that a small group

of thoughtful, committed people

can change the world. Indeed, it is

the only thing that ever has."

---Margaret Mead, 1901-78

Identification Statement

ABATE Outloud

Is the publication of the Hillsborough

County Chapter, Abate of Florida, Inc.

Published bi-monthly (6 times a year).


HILLSBOROUGH CO. CHAPTER

P.O. BOX 16297

TAMPA FL 33687-6297

HCC meets on the Last Sunday

of each Month @ 1:00pm

At the Pole Barn (next door to

Richard & Patti’s house) at

6921 Senoj Dr. Tampa 33610

Chapter Board Meetings are on same

date @ 11:00am @ Richard’s house

unless otherwise posted.

All Meetings Are Open

And Everyone is Welcome For Directions, call Richard @ 813-323-2816

or visit our website at:

http://Hillsborough.abateflorida.com/

Click on “Meeting Times”

Support Abate of Florida

Our Newsletter is available online. It

is available in print by request only.

If the chapter has an email address for

you, you will receive an email with a link

to view the newsletter on line. If you

would prefer to receive a copy via the

US Mail, you will need to call Patti at 813

-695-9203 and request a printed copy. If

we do not have a current email address

for you, you will receive a printed copy

of the newsletter via US Mail. If you

need to update your email address

please sent the information to

[email protected]


I would like to thank our outgoing board members and

welcome the new incoming board of directors. I

am looking forward to working with everyone. I want to

thank all the officers that set time aside to attend the

leadership seminars on July 14. These seminars are put

on by the state officers so that we all know the require-

ments of our positions. This was a good time for our di-

rectors to meet their state board counterparts, and learn something.

Spooks and Scoots is fast approaching and we are already gearing up to get ready for this

event. This event is our main fundraiser and it is very important that everyone supports it.

Talk it up and invite your friends to join us. Keep an eye out for places to post our flyers.

Let's work together to make it a success this year.

Ride Safe, Ride Free

Richard

Our Vice President’s Voice:

It is time to gear up for Spooks N Scoots, I have sent out the ven-

dor applications and if you know someone who would like to vend

(no food) please have them contact me.

I have a pet peeve that I would like to share with everyone, headlights and road lights. I

drive at night and nothing is more dangerous than to have someone in the opposing lane

with lights that are aimed to high and blind oncoming traffic. Please be courteous and

aim your lights properly to keep us all safe on the roads. I check my aim often to see if

they are correct, and adjust accordingly.

James Sewell, Vice President, Hillsborough Chapter


Sgt. At Arms - Bill Nasrallah

Hi, to all Hillsborough Co. members. I’m your new Sgt-At-Arms. I was your former

treasurer. This will be all new to me but with help from some other members and asking

a lot of questions I should be ok. I attended a workshop this month for sgt-

at-arms that was be a big help in understanding all of my duties. I do

know one of my main duties is to get as much help as I can for spooks-n-scoots. A lot of

members and non-members of Abate step up to help but we always need more help. My

goal is to have more than less help. I know with all the good members we have in Abate

that you guys and gals will make that an easy job for me to get your help. Remember

why we are here. To FIGHT for are right to RIDE our bikes and RIDE them SAFE!!!

PS, remember to check your tire air pressure and give your brake pads a quick check!!!

GOD BLESS - See you at the Meeting.

Chapter Sgt-At-Arms, Billy Nasrallah

During the April 29 meeting, I made a plea for members to step up to the plate to move into

Board and Trustee positions, to bring our chapter back in to our proud heritage of involve-

ment. I can only say that I was overwhelmed by the response as we filled out the slate dur-

ing our nominations. Of course, I include myself in this. A big THANK YOU to all!

Let’s not lose sight of continuing work toward Spooks N’ Scoots. The economy is recover-

ing, somewhat, and we must be prepared to go after the basic biker community who have

supported us for so many years. I’m sure they will come back as they are able.

Jim Cass wanted to get an early start on our work parties, and we can only do that with

YOU! This is going to be a great year!

Thank you for your participation.

—Ted Evans

Chapter Secretary - Ted Evans


Independence Day is not just fireworks and bar-b-que; it’s about the freedom that we have in this

great nation that we have. There has been great sacrifices that men and women have paid their lives

for the freedom that we have .We should thank all mili-

tary people for there service... Freedom is nice but don’t

forget the price!

I was at the last state meeting and we have a new Presi-

dent his name is Danny “Doc” Fish, and a new V.P. Jim

Gladstone form West Coast Chapter. I would like to say

congratulations and welcome them onboard.

As always ride safe be aware of your surroundings and

keep the rubber down.

Ride safe and keep the rubber down!

Steve Nasrallah

Membership trustee

Membership Means You !!

MEMBERS EXPIRING or expired in March through June

lastname firstname expiredate

BOESSWETTER DAN 4/30/2012

REDDING RAY 5/31/2012

LOCKE DOUGLAS 5/31/2012

DUNLAP GARY 5/31/2012

LOCKE STEPHANIE 5/31/2012

STOUT ROCKY 6/30/2012

PEARSON GENE 6/30/2012

PEARSON DIANE 6/30/2012

ADAMS HINTON K. 6/30/2012

LEWEIN VINCENT 7/30/2012

FOGAL DONALD 7/31/2012

NOLAN SANDRA 8/31/2012

BOUGHNER ROBERT 8/31/2012

SAVIDGE MIKE 8/31/2012

ALVAREZ RICHARD 8/31/2012

ALVAREZ ARNIE 8/31/2012



HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING MINUTES

Date: 6/3/12 (AS MAY MEETING)

This meeting was called to order at 1:00 p.m. Board Members present were: Richard, James, Ted,

Billy, and Becky.

1. INTRODUCTIONS & PRESIDENTS REPORT: Richard welcomes all guest and visitors.

Richard led pledge of allegiance and moment of silence. Bill Nasrallah took a few minutes to remem-

ber a close friend, ABATE Member, and a worker in the Beer Tent: Craig Patterson.

2. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT: To be made at the June meeting.

3. SECRETARY’S REPORT. Last month’s Minutes were published in the Newsletter.

There were no changes to be made, so a Motion by Patti, and seconded by James suspended the read-

ing of the Minutes. The Chapter voted, & motion carried.

4. TREASURER: Bill Nasrallah reported that there would be further discussion at the June meeting.

5. MEMBERSHIP TRUSTEE: Steve Nasrallah was an excused absence.

6. PRODUCTS TRUSTEE: Becky Speer, outgoing Trustee, expressed her thanks for support in the

previous year.

7. SERGEANT AT ARMS: Jim Cass was an excused absence due to a brand new Son!

8. LEGISLATIVE TRUSTEE: Milton Gonzales will report at the June meeting.

9. PR/COMMUNICATIONS TRUSTEE: Barbara “Beamer” Cronk was absent.

10. STATE BUSINESS: This will be discussed at the June meeting.

11. SAFETY TRUSTEE: Jim Cass enjoying new baby.

12. NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Thanks to Patti for getting a Newsletter out prior to our new board

being active.

13. WEB MASTER: Patti Nasrallah reports everything is fine.

14. OLD BUSINESS: This will be reserved for the June meeting.

15: NEW BUSINESS: This will be reserved for the June meeting.

16. GOOD OF THE ORDER: This will be reserved for the June meeting.

50/50: To be performed at the June meeting.

Motion Made by Patti to adjourn the Meeting- Seconded by James. Chapter voted and motion passed.

Meeting was adjourned at: 1:25 pm

NEXT MEETING: 1:30 pm June 3, 2012



HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY CHAPTER MEETING MINUTES

Date: 6-3-12

This meeting was called to order at 1:30 p.m. Board Members present were: Richard, James, Ted,

and Billy.

1. INTRODUCTIONS & PRESIDENTS REPORT: Richard welcomed all guest and visitors.

Richard led pledge of allegiance and moment of silence.

2. VICE PRESIDENT’S REPORT: Nothing to report.

3. SECRETARY’S REPORT. Ted reported that the May minutes are not yet available, but will be

printed in the newsletter. Motion made by Patti that last month’s minutes will be printed in the news-

letter and therefore do not need to be read to the chapter at this time - Seconded by Milton. Chapter

voted & motion carried.

4. TREASURER: Bill Nasrallah reported and announced that chapter expense and balance report

are available for any member to view after the meeting.

Motion made by Tom to accept the Treasurer’s report - Seconded by Bob. Chapter voted & motion

carried.

5. MEMBERSHIP TRUSTEE: Steve Nasrallah excused absence.

6. PRODUCTS TRUSTEE: Becky Speer: Nothing further to report.

7. SERGEANT AT ARMS: Jim Cass absent with new son.

8. LEGISLATIVE TRUSTEE: Milton Gonzales reports that the Proclamation making May as Mo-

torcycle Safety and Awareness month, was read before Council on May 2nd. TV cameras were in the

chamber, and aside from parking tickets, it was a great success!

9. PR/COMMUNICATIONS TRUSTEE: Barbara “Beamer” Cronk was absent.

10. STATE BUSINESS: Next week the State Meeting will be held in Clairmont. The slate of new

board members for the state was discussed by the membership. The chapter voted with Dino nomi-

nating Doc Fish for President, seconded by James. In similar fashion, Patti nominated Emory Griffis

for Vice President, seconded by Dino. The chapter will vote in this manner at the State Meeting.

11. SAFETY TRUSTEE: Jim Cass was home enjoying new son.

12. NEWSLETTER EDITOR: Patti did a great job in the interim before Jim gets onboard. Thank

you Patti!

13. WEB MASTER: Patti Nasrallah reports everything running smoothly.

14. OLD BUSINESS: Charlie has been working hard. The vinyl came off the roof, and the metal

underneath is really in rough shape - - but he can handle. There are a lot of bad spots on the rest of


the paint, but he estimates another two weeks to be ready to paint. Great news! Mechanical issues

are also being addressed.

Diane would like to put together a run next May. James feels we would do better in the fall. More

pressing is that we need people to work our booth at Music and Motorcycles.

15: NEW BUSINESS: In consideration that all positions were accepted or appointed, unopposed,

the Elections Slate has been approved for the years 2012 – 2014. These officers and trustees are:

Richard Nasrallah, President

James Sewell, Vice President

Ted Evans, Secretary

Bob Munroe, Treasurer

Steve Nasrallah, Membership

Milton Gonzalez, Legislative

Jo Brown, Products

Jan Reed, Safety Education

Jim Cass, Newsletter Editor

Bill Nasrallah, Sgt-at-Arms

Dino Reed, PR/Communications

Other new business: James has vendor info out. We need vendors. Keep your eyes open for those

who can’t afford the big fees of some of the other events.

16. GOOD OF THE ORDER: Watch out for all the old folks up in Zephyr Hills on scooters. When

at all possible, make them aware that they should take their lane - - not ride on the shoulder.

Becky advises that June 18 is National Ride to Work Day. Fill up the tank Richard! Take a couple

laps around the house.

50/50: Won by Terry Schissler, who graciously donated it back to the Chapter.

Motion Made by Milton to adjourn the Meeting- Seconded by Kevin. Chapter voted and motion

passed. Meeting was adjourned at: 3:00 pm

NEXT MEETING: July 29, 2012

Board of Directors @11:00 am and Chapter Meeting @ 1:00 pm, POLE BARN


HELLO MEMBERS,

We have Chapter Shirts, Head Bands and NEW Personalized Name Tags. If you

would like to order one please e-mail me at [email protected] or send

$7.50 + $1.50 for mailing or just pick it up @ our meetings.

Please support our chapter. You can go on our state web-site to see all of the State

Products. We have Pins-Patches-Stickers-Jewelry http://www.abateflorida.com/

products.php Hope everyone has a safe time @ Bike Week….Ride Safe! Becky

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New laws on a range of topics from high school athletics and pregnant prisoners to automobile insurance and environmental permitting take effect Sunday. July 1 marks the beginning of the fiscal year, but also is the effective date for roughly half of the laws passed by legislators earlier this year. In all, about 150 new statutes and a $70 billion budget take effect. Among them: EDUCATION: Public schools will now be held more financially accountable for student performance in core courses un-der a measure (HB 7059) that also makes it easier for students to graduate early. The law allows students who have completed 24 credits to graduate early and receive Bright Futures scholarships. The measure also ties funding for must-pass courses to student performance on tests in those subjects while clarifying eligibility rules for Advanced Placement and dual-enrollment programs. It also pushes school principals to adopt accelerated learning options for students and provide certain guarantees that qualified students get the chance to participate. High school athletes at charter and private schools will find it easier to compete as lawmakers relaxed re-strictions on their participation in events sponsored by the Florida High School Athletic Association. The measure (HB 1403) allows transfer students to largely remain eligible in the same year they change schools and would limit the ability of FHSAA to force students to sit for recruiting violations. Instead, it would crack down on schools and coaches involved in the violations. School boards will also be able to allow students to deliver inspirational messages at school events under a controversial measure (SB 98) that critics have already promised to challenge in court. The measure, one of the most contentious of the past session, could allow prayers at events that students must attend, but also could allow other types of messages. HEALTH CARE: Counties could have to pay tens of millions of dollars in disputed health-care charges that have piled up for years under a Medicaid bill (HB 5301), which includes several other provisions in addition to the billing change. The most contentious part of the measure requires counties to pay disputed Medicaid bills unless they can prove to an administrative judge that the bills were unwarranted. Counties argue that the state should fix its billing system, which they say is plagued with errors, before us-ing the withholding mechanism in the bill to force counties to pay 85 percent of bills that might or might not be valid. Lawmakers who supported the measure said they should have been paying their bills all along. The counties would have three years to pay back the money, at a cost of about $77.5 million, according to the state; the Florida Association of Counties argues that the measure will cost governments nearly $155.6 million. Several counties have sued over the issue. Other health bills taking effect include HB 291 that requires the FHSAA and independent youth sanctioning authorities to develop “return to play” policies for athletes who sustain traumatic head injuries.

Hey Everyone,


Another new law (HB 509) authorizes pharmacists to administer the pneumonia vaccine to adults pursuant to a protocol with a physician and to administer the shingles vaccine to adults pursuant to a prescription from a physician. The law requires pharmacists to obtain continuing education and certification. INSURANCE: Lawmakers earlier this year passed an expansive bill (HB 119) aimed at reducing costs in the state's per-sonal injury protection system (PIP), a $10,000 medical benefit that critics say is rife with fraud, overutiliza-tion and litigation. The law's major provisions don't kick in until Jan. 1, 2013 and include a detailed framework for which medi-cal providers are eligible for reimbursement under PIP coverage. The list included physicians, hospitals, and chiropractors. Other provisions of the law, however, kick in Monday. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT/WORKFORCE : Republican-led efforts to assist Florida businesses, a priority of both chambers and Gov. Rick Scott, contin-ues with a roll back of unemployment taxes and another initiative to assist the Space Coast in its transition to a post-shuttle world. The tax paid by businesses for unemployment benefits was scheduled to go up to about $171 per em-ployee, but the law (HB 7027) would reduce that to about $121 per worker. The law delays the state's repayment schedule, stretching it out to five years instead of three. That puts employers on the hook for more interest, but reduces payments now. The measure also reduces the wage base for calculating the unemployment tax from $8,500 to $8,000 per worker. A law (HB 1205) allowing state agencies to drug test their employees kicks in but is being challenged in federal court. The law, which was overwhelmingly approved by the Legislature, would allow agencies to conduct random testing every three months. Agencies would use a computer system to choose employees to be tested, with the total not exceeding 10 percent of the agency workforce. The law gives agencies the authority to put the tests into effect but does not require them to do so. Costs of the tests would have to be paid for by the state. It limits the number of employees tested to no more than 10 percent of each agency's workforce every three months. Lawmakers also nipped at the autonomy of regional workforce boards by allowing the governor to fire indi-vidual board members without having to sack the entire board, a "nuclear option" that hindered oversight. Some of the boards have come under fire for conflicts of interest as they attempt to retrain workers. A state audit found that from 2008 to 2010 the workforce boards handed out more than $7.5 million in contracts to companies controlled by or linked to their board members. Questionable expenditures like the purchase of super hero capes for unemployed workers were among a litany of other concerns that led lawmakers to push for more statewide oversight. The measure (HB 7023) sets standards and qualifications for regional workforce boards and would require board members to submit financial disclosures. ENVIRONMENT: A wide-ranging bill (HB 503) makes a number of changes in the environmental permitting process, includ-ing prohibiting local governments from making a development permit conditional on having some other state permit. The law deregulates certain types of injection wells and sets a time limit on some permit applications. The bill also removes agency approval requirements for small storm water projects and extends deadlines for certain environmental resource permits.


Sandy & Ralph are Life Members of ABATE of Florida, Inc.

Another measure will change the way the state regulates reclaimed water. The law (HB 639) exempts re-claimed water from the current definitions of "state waters." The designation is significant because Florida statutes say the state is responsible for managing state waters, which are considered a basic public re-source. The measure prohibits water management districts from requiring consumptive use permits for reclaimed water. If groundwater of surface water is included in the mix, the district would retain the ability to regulate. Statewide, about 660 million gallons of reclaimed water is being used every day for a range of purposes, from phosphate mining and electricity generation to golf course watering. The amount equals about half of the state's available resource. CRIMINAL JUSTICE: Lawmakers also passed restrictions on restraints used on pregnant incarcerated women. The measure ( HB 524) prevents certain types of restraints used during pregnancy, labor and delivery. The cost of a concealed weapons permit was slashed by $5. The new law (HB 5601) lowers the cost of a new concealed weapons permit to $70 and the renewal fee to $65.

Darrin “Scribe’ Brooks State Legislative Trustee ABATE of Florida, Inc. www.abateflorida.com


H-45 Richard Corcoran

District: 7132 Little Rd

New Port Richey, FL 34654-5514

(727) 816-1580

Capitol: Room 1101, The Capitol**

(850) 488-8528

H-47 James “JW” Grant

District: 12956 Northdale Blvd.

Tampa, FL 33618-2806

(813) 558-1333

Capitol: Room 322 The Capitol**

(850) 488-0275

H-48 Peter Nehr

District: 905 E. MLK Drive #430

Tarpon Springs, FL 33689-4829

(727) 943-4880

Capitol: Room 204 HOB*

(850) 488-5580

H-50 Ed Hooper

District: 2963 Gulf To Bay Blvd. #206

Clearwater, FL 33759-4259

(727) 724-3000


(850) 488-1540

H-51 Larry Ahern

District: 5511 Park Street N #101

St. Petersburg, FL 33709-6399

(727) 545-6421

Capitol: 1102 The Capitol**

(850) 488-6197

H-52 Jeff Brandes

District: 3637 4th St N Ste 101


(727) 552-2573


(850) 488-5719

H-53 Rick Kriseman

District: 1700 66th Street N #203


(727) 552-1380


(850) 488-9337

H-61 Will Weatherford

District: 28963 SR 54 Suite A

Wesley Chapel, FL 33544-3218

(813) 558-5115


(850) 488-5744

H-62 Richard "Rich" Glorioso

District: 110 W Reynolds Street Ste 204

Plant City, FL 33563-3379

(813) 757-9110


(850) 488-0807

H-63 Seth McKeel

District: 4250 S Florida Ave #4

Lakeland, FL 33813-1670

(863) 647-4896


(850) 488-9890

H-67 Greg Steube

District: 5800 Lakewood Ranch Blvd S

Ste 5880

Sarasota, FL 34240-8479

(941) 907-2810


(850) 488-6341

H-68 Jim Boyd

District: 717 Manatee Ave. W. # 100

Bradenton, FL 34205-7829

(941) 708-4968


(850) 488-4086

H 54 Jim Frishe

District: 125 Indian Rocks Rd #A

Belleair Bluffs, FL 33770-1727

(727) 518-3902


(850) 488-9960

H-55 Darryl Ervin Rouson

District: 6501 25th Way S Ste D


(727) 906-3200

Capitol: Room 405 The Capitol **

(850) 488-0925

H-56 Rachel Burgin

District: 11256 Winthrop Main St “A”

Riverview, FL 33578-4267

(813) 655-3742


(850) 488-9910

H-57 Dana Young

District:2909 W Bay to Bay Blvd #202

Tampa, FL 33269-8175

(813) 835-2270


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H-58 Janet Cruz

District: 2221 N Himes Ave. B

Tampa, FL 33607-3139

(813) 673-4673


(850) 488-9460

H-59 Betty Reed District: 2109 Palm Ave. # 201

Tampa, FL 33605-3909

(813) 241-8024


(850) 488-5432

H-60 Shawn Harrison

District: 10931 N. 56th St.

Temple Terrace, FL 33617-3000

(813) 983-3330


(850) 488-3087

** The Capitol** or *

House Office Bldg*

402 S. Monroe St.

Tallahassee, FL 32399

Updated: 5/10/2012


SOB = Senate Office Bldg.

404 S. Monroe St.

Tallahassee, FL 32399

SENATE

S-10 Ronda Storms

District: 421 Lithia Pinecrest Rd

Brandon, FL 33511

(813) 651-2189

Capitol: Room 413, SOB*

(850) 487-5072

E-mail: [email protected]

S-11 Mike Fasano

District: 8217 Massachusetts Ave.

New Port Richey, FL 34653-1111

(727) 848-5885


(850) 487-5062


S-12 Jim Norman

District: 14031 N Dale Mabry Blvd

Tampa, FL 33618

(813) 265-6260


(850) 487-5068


Updated: 5/11/2012

We now includes all of the representatives and senators for Pinellas, Pasco & Hillsborough

Counties. If you live in another county, we are glad to have you as a member and an easy way

to find your State Representative, State Senator, or US Congress person is on the web at:

http://www.flsenate.gov/Legislators/index.cfm On the left side, scroll down to the box listed as

“find your legislators”. Enter your zip code and hit Go. Once you have found your legislator’s

webpage, I recommend you “bookmark” it .

The District address is the Legislator’s address at home in his/her district. When you want a

letter to go to their office in Tallahassee, do the following:

For Senators: For Representatives in the House:

The Honorable ___________ The Honorable ______________

The Florida State Senate The Florida House of Representatives

Room ______ Senate Office Bldg. Room ____ House Office Bldg. (or Capitol)

404 S. Monroe St. 402 S. Monroe St.

Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100 Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300

If you have any questions please call your local Voter’s Registration Office or Milton Gonzalez

@ 352-206-1055.

S-13 Dennis L. Jones, D.C.

District: 8940 Seminole Blvd.

Seminole, FL 33772

(727) 549-6411


(850) 487-5065

E-Mail: [email protected]

S-16 Jack Latvala

District: 12425 28th St N #102

St. Petersburg, FL 33716

(727) 556-6500


(850) 487-5075


S-18 Arthenia L. Joyner

District: 508 W. Dr. Martin Luther King Blvd. #C

Tampa, FL 33603-3415

(813) 233-4277


(850) 487-5059



Florida's Voting Laws If you are a resident of Florida and feel strongly about many of the political issues that face you, your family, Florida and the entire nation right now it is critical that you regis-ter to vote and make sure that your voice is heard. The Registration Process In Florida, you can register to vote at any time. But keep in mind that Florida main-tains a closing date for registration to vote in a particular election. This is important for voters to realize because if you miss the closing date you can’t vote in the election. This is why it’s critical to register to vote as soon as possible. Registration Closing dates in Florida are 29 days prior to the elections. This year’s Registration Closing Dates are: Primary Closing date --January 3, 2012………………Presidential Preference Primary Closing date--July 16, 2012…………………..Primary Election Primary Closing date --October 9, 2012………………General Election

In other words, register to vote today! If you wish to vote in a primary, Florida is a “closed primary state”,

you must be a registered member of one of the political parties for which you intend to vote. For example,

voters registered as independent, or a member of the “Green Party”, can’t vote in the Republican or Democ-

ratic primaries. The only exception to this rule is a 1998 Florida constitutional amendment that states that if

all candidates share the same party affiliation, all registered voters regardless of party can vote in the pri-

mary election.

The General Election Process

The General Election is always held in November of even-numbered years with the Primary Election taking

place 10 weeks before the General Election. During presidential election years, every four years, the presi-

dential primary in Florida is held in January. Keep in mind that the presidential primary and the Primary

Election are two different voting events. So if you would like to vote in the presidential primary, you need to

make sure you are registered in time. In other words, register to vote today!

The Absentee Ballot Process

If you are a resident of Florida but will not be in Florida during the election, you have the right to request an

absentee ballot. To obtain an absentee ballot simply contact your local office of Supervisor of Elections ei-

ther in person, in writing, or over the phone and request a ballot. It’s very important to include all of the re-

quired information or your request can be denied. After you send in your request, make sure to call the of-

fice to follow up with the process. Don’t assume that you will receive your ballot until you’ve received confir-

mation back in writing.

Change of Address Process

If you moved and have a change of address to another county, you need to fill out a Florida Voter Registra-

tion Application again to provide notice of your new address. This application can be obtained from your

local office of Supervisor of Elections. It’s important to have your correct address on file because Florida law

requires you to vote in the precinct where you live. If you go to the wrong precinct, you won’t be allowed to

vote. Make sure you are aware of your correct voting precinct before Election Day so that you don’t run into

any problems.

Voting is a Right

Remember, voting is a right and not a privilege; no one can stop you from voting. However, you still need to

follow and obey Florida’s voting laws in order to enjoy that right. The laws are in place in order to keep elec-

tions fair for all candidates. Make sure you understand the rules, register early, and on election night, make

your voice heard!


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