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LEGISLATION

Thompson, Bracy Davis file bills to prevent tots dying in hot cars

Legislation would require the installation of vehicle alarm systems to alert caregivers if a baby is still in the backseat.

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ALTERNATIVE FACTS

We fact-checked former Ocoee Commissioner George Oliver’s Friday press statement

Ocoee’s election rescheduling, city attorney retirement and Charter Review Commission have been the subject of much misinformation — some of which surfaced in Oliver’s press statement. VoxPopuli explains what’s true, what's not and what needs context.

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LEGISLATION

Bracy Davis bill would allow people with felony drug convictions to receive SNAP benefits

Research shows that access to public assistance helps reduce recidivism.

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LEGISLATION

Rep. Antone files bill to create med school scholarship program for minorities

Legislation calls for $750,000 from General Fund annually to implement.

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LEGISLATION

Rep. Amesty files bill to excuse new moms from jury duty regardless of employment status

Current state statute limits excusals to part-time or nonworking parents.

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POLITICAL STUNT

Bennett Moves to Oust Mueller Ahead of March Election

The District 1 commissioner called for a January forfeiture hearing. She’s complained that District 2’s Mueller lobbied for downtown events, talked to residents in her district and “threatened” to fire city employees. Mueller calls her action a "political stunt."

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GOVERNMENT

Bankson files bill to fund aviation scholarships through license plate sales

Polk County's Aerospace Center for Excellence to administer scholarships.

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GOVERNMENT

Rep. Bracy Davis Refiles Ocoee Scholarship, Business Loans Bill

New version will allow scholarship funds to be used for private Florida HBCUs.

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GOVERNMENT

Florida Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program Gets $100M+ Boost

Federal funds will help families pay for air-conditioning during extreme heat waves.

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