
The Anna for Florida Blog
Rep. Eskamani Responds to SCOTUS Decision on Student Loan Debt
Orlando, FL: In a 6-3 decision, the court’s conservative majority rejected President Biden’s plan to cancel more than $400 billion in student loan debt for millions of borrowers. Below is Representative Eskamani’s statement in response. “This is an incredibly...
Fourth of July: A Reflection on Progress and Freedom
In the 247 years since the founding of our nation, we’ve come far in ensuring the rights and freedoms of every person who calls the United States their home. Unfortunately this past year in Florida, we’ve seen many of our freedoms be stripped away. Having to fight for...
ICYMI: Judge blocks FL law to punish venues with drag
Dear Friend, In case you missed the news, we had a big win for the First Amendment and the LGBTQ+ community last week. A Florida judge granted an injunction for drag show restaurant Hamburger Mary’s in Orlando against Florida’s “Protection of Children” law that...
Rep. Eskamani’s Response to Tonight’s Bills Being Signed Into Law By Governor Ron DeSantis
Orlando, FL: Earlier this evening Governor Ron DeSantis signed several bills into law including three really bad ones: HB1417: Totally eliminates tenant protections put into place by local governments and preempts all of it to the State of Florida; HB1191: Opens up...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Press Conference Ahead of Diaper Sales Tax Exemption Taking Effect July 1st
The current exemption was set to end June 30, 2023, but will now become permanent and include incontinence products. Orlando, FL - During the recent legislative session, Representative Anna V. Eskamani sponsored and passed legislation in partnership with Senate...
Representative Eskamani To Host Back to School Drive
Event to be Hosted in Partnership with A Gift for Teaching Orlando, FL-- With the first day of school right around the corner, Representative Eskamani is excited to announce our annual back to school supply drive hosted alongside A Gift for Teaching! House District...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani to Host Community Cleanup in Orlando
All residents and small businesses are invited to attend and volunteer Orlando, FL -- Representative Anna V. Eskamani and Lee Road Safe Neighborhoods are hosting an upcoming community cleanup event! On Sunday, August 6th, 2023 from 11am-1pm, participants will be...
Rep. Eskamani Marks One Year Since The Fall of Roe
Orlando, FL: Today marks one year since the fall of Roe v. Wade, and since then we have seen a wave of anti-abortion laws sweep the nation. Most abortions are now banned in 14 states with Georgia banning abortion at about six weeks of pregnancy, before many women know...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Joint Town Hall on 2023 Legislative Session with Orange County Lawmakers
This event will take place with Reps. LaVon Bracy Davis, Johanna López, and Rita Harris Orlando, FL - Representative Anna V. Eskamani will join Representatives LaVon Bracy Davis, Johanna López, and Rita Harris with moderator Felipe Sousa-Lazaballet to host an...
Rep. Eskamani’s Abortion Access Day of Action to Include Special Screening of New Docuseries Fractured
Orlando, FL: Last June, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, eliminating the right to have an abortion for millions of Americans and further fracturing the nation’s reproductive health landscape. In the midst of this all-out assault against bodily autonomy and...
Rep. Eskamani Announces Speakers for Abortion Access Rally & Canvass
Orlando, FL: On June 24th, 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, taking away our constitutional right to an abortion. One year later, this has been devastating across the nation, as extremist GOP majorities pass cruel restrictions including the 6-week ban...
Honoring Juneteenth
Dear Friend, We know across the United States that the fight for equality, especially against racial discrimination has progressed, but is far from realized. In 1865 on June 19th, Union Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger led a force of soldiers to Galveston, Texas to deliver...
Happy Father’s Day from Team Anna ❤️
Dear Friend, I just wanted to send a quick note to wish all Dads out there (including dog and cat dads) a Happy Father's Day! Each day, I feel a deep sense of gratitude for my Dad, who raised a family of three kids on his own after our Mom passed away to cancer in...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to 2023 State Budget & Vetoes
Orlando, FL: Today Governor Ron DeSantis signed the 2023 State Budget and vetoed upwards of $500 million in budget projects. Here is Representative Eskamani’s statement in response. "We are proud to have secured upwards of $5 million in Florida’s State Budget for...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Virtual Hurricane Preparedness Discussion Focused on Orange County
Joined by Chief Lauraleigh A. Avery, Emergency Manager, Orange County Emergency Management Orlando, FL - Hurricanes form fast and our communities have to respond even quicker during the ongoing storm season. On Monday, June 26th at 3:00 PM, Representative Anna V....
Rep. Eskamani Powerful IDEA Awardees 2023 for State Legislative Candidate
Orlando, FL: The Powerful IDEA (Impact on Democracy, Elections, Advocacy) Awards are GAIN POWER’s new progressive political communications & leadership awards. The Powerful IDEA Awards are designed to recognize the most impactful people, organizations, technology,...
For Immediate Release: Rep. Eskamani Hosts Event to Mark One Year Post-Roe
Orlando, FL: On June 24th, 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, taking away our constitutional right to an abortion. One year later, this has been devastating across the nation, as extremist GOP majorities pass cruel restrictions including the 6-week ban...
Join Us: Orange County Legislative Town Hall 🏛️
Dear Friend, The 2023 Legislative Session officially ended on Friday, May 5th and we've hit the ground running back home, working on constituent services and hosting community town halls. That's why I am excited to invite you to join us for a joint town hall we are...
Strike Back Summer w/Rep. Eskamani ☀️
Dear Friend, Ready to strike back against the onslaught of terrible policies coming from Florida’s state government? Then join us at the doors this summer as we help three phenomenal candidates get on the 2024 ballot: Rep. Anna V. Eskamani for House District 42,...
Honoring those we have lost through action 🕯️
Dear Friend, Today marks the seven year remembrance of the Pulse Nightclub shooting, where we lost 49 angels to gun violence. The majority of those directly impacted identified as LGBTQ+ and young people of color. Fathers. Mothers. Brothers. Sisters. Daughters. Sons....
Rep. Eskamani Responds to Recent SCOTUS Decision
Orlando, FL: In a win for voters, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a decision in Allen v. Milligan blocking Alabama's congressional map. The Court rules that the map violates the Voting Rights Act by diluting the voting strength of Black voters. Here is Representative...
One Year After The Fall of Roe
Dear Friend, On June 24th, 2022, the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, taking away our constitutional right to an abortion. One year later, this has been devastating across the nation, as extremist GOP majorities pass cruel restrictions including the 6-week ban...
Rep. Anna V. Eskamani to join the 2023 Eatonville Juneteenth Parade
Eatonville, FL - Representative Anna V. Eskamani and her team will be attending the Juneteenth community parade in Eatonville, hosted by the Historic Town of Eatonville in partnership with eSTEAMed Learning Inc. Set for June 17th from 9:00AM-12:00PM, this event will...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani to Host Community Cleanup in Mills50
All residents and small businesses are invited to attend and volunteer! Orlando, FL -- To mark World Environment Day, Representative Anna V. Eskamani is teaming up with Mills50 to host a community cleanup event! Scheduled for Saturday, June 10th from 10:00AM-12:00PM,...
Celebrating World Environment Day in Central Florida
In 1973, June 5th was officially declared World Environment Day— a day of action dedicated to addressing challenges posed by the climate crisis. This year’s theme is #BeatPlasticPollution, which calls for “a surge of public and political pressure to scale up and speed...
Existence and Persistence: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month
Every year, the month of June is recognized as LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, a time to highlight the contributions of the community, shed light on the current struggles that are faced today, and reflect upon the history of LGBTQIA+ existence and persistence. From the recent...
Honoring Immigrant Heritage Month
June marks Immigrant Heritage Month. This month we come together to honor the great contributions of immigrants to our country and to celebrate their diverse backgrounds and their profound impact. According to the American Immigration Council, a substantial population...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts World Oceans Day Virtual Event Focused on Sea Turtles
Featuring Lexie Beach and Stacey Gallagher from the Sea Turtle Conservancy Orlando, FL -- Representative Anna V. Eskamani is teaming up with the Sea Turtle Conservancy to mark World Oceans Day and raise awareness about the impact humans of on our oceans and sea turtle...
Rep. Eskamani Statement in Support of Immigrant Strike
Orlando, FL: Today immigrant rights organizations across the State of Florida are calling for businesses to close, workers to stay home, and everyday people not to purchase items in the Sunshine State as a means to demonstrate solidarity with immigrant families. This...
Honoring Pride Month 🏳️🌈
Dear Friend, Today marks the beginning of Pride Month, and now it is more important than ever for us to honor Pride and celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. Let me tell you why. In case you missed it, this has been a disastrous year for equality in Florida. In one day...
Rep. Eskamani Gets A+ Rating from Sierra Club for her Environmental Track Record
The Sierra Club has released their Legislative Scorecard and Representative Anna V. Eskamani has been named a Legislative Hero for her actions this past session in support of Florida's environment. Read the full scorecard here. Here is a statement from The Sierra...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Mental Health Awareness Month Virtual Event with Dr. Cristi Salinas, PsyD
Orlando, FL - Representative Anna V. Eskamani will host a mental health awareness discussion with Dr. Cristi Salinas, PsyD on Thursday, May 25th at 11:00AM. The program will address key policy developments in Florida, share relevant community resources, and explore...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to DeSantis Running for President
Orlando, FL: Today Governor Ron DeSantis announced his bid for presidency. Here is Representative Anna V. Eskamani's statement in response. "Governor Ron DeSantis is an extremist who preaches about freedom while he strips away our freedoms as Floridians. Whether it's...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Recognizes National Foster Care Month with Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health
Orlando, FL - Join Representative Anna V. Eskamani on Wednesday, May 24th at 12pm alongside professionals from Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health to host a virtual event that brings awareness to National Foster Care Month. A live program will be streamed at...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Town Hall In the Historic Town of Eatonville to Address 2023 Legislative Session
This event will take place in partnership with community advocates and policy experts Eatonville, FL - In February, State House Representative Anna V. Eskamani joined community advocate Chasman Barnes to host an in-person “Policy to the People” town hall that set the...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to Governor Signing Four Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills into Law
Orlando, FL: Today Governor Ron DeSantis signed four anti-LGBTQ+ bills into law at a Christian Private School in Tampa. That includes the gender affirming care ban, the bathroom ban, restrictions on drag shows and the expansion of Don’t Say LGBTQ. He also signed a...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Discussion to Provide Update on Opioid Trends in Orange County and Virtual Narcan Training
Led by Dr. Thomas Hall, Director or Orange County’s Coalition for a Drug-Free Community Orlando, FL - Join Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-42) this afternoon Tuesday, May 16th from 2:00pm - 3:00pm ET for a virtual discussion to address regional opioid trends and...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Virtual Review to Discuss the 2023 Florida Legislative Session
The Florida Legislative Session formally ended Friday, May 5th Orlando, FL - The 2023 Legislative Session has finally come to an end in Tallahassee. In recent months, Florida State Representatives and State Senators have passed new laws, developed a statewide budget,...
SB7050: Sweeping changes to Fl Elections & Voter Registration
During the 2023 Legislative Session sweeping changes were made to the Florida elections systems via SB7050. Here is a breakdown of what was included in that bill. You can also click here for a PDF version and see the bill text here. Changes an existing requirement for...
Happy Mother’s Day from Team Anna 💐
Dear Friend, Happy Mother's Day from my family to yours! I'm not going to lie, this can be a hard day for me -- my Mom passed away after a long fight with cancer back in 2004. I was just 13 years old. I miss her terribly, every single day. Here's a photo of my Mom...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Celebrates Permanent Tax Break on Children’s Diapers and Adult Incontinence Products
Representative Eskamani is proud to announce that her bill HB29 has been included in the final version of Florida's Tax Package which will soon be signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis. This bill will permanently eliminate Florida's sales tax on children's diapers...
Rep. Eskamani Hosts Abortion Ballot Initiative Event in Orlando
Orlando, FL: Yesterday Floridians Protecting Freedom officially announced and launched a statewide campaign to codify abortion rights in Florida's State Constitution via a citizen-led ballot initiative. Today that petition officially went live and this evening...
Team Anna Update: Week 9 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, It’s finally over. This was the session from hell when it comes to the personal freedoms that Floridians hold so dear – like access to abortion, LGBTQ+ equality, immigrant rights and collective bargaining. We did see success with Florida’s state budget,...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to DeSantis Signing Another Bill About Disney
Somewhere On I-10, Florida: Governor Ron DeSantis was sent SB1604, legislation that was once focused primarily on land use issues but was amended to also include language to nullify the Disney and Reedy Creek agreement. About 30 minutes later, he signed this bill into...
Rep. Eskamani’s Statement on The End of 2023 Legislative Session
Tallahassee, FL: Today marks the end of Florida’s 2023 Legislative Session. Here is Representative Eskamani’s statement. “This has been a session from hell when it comes to the personal freedoms that Floridians hold so dear, like access to abortion, LGBTQ+ equality,...
Impact of SB254 in the Version That Passed
The Gender Affirming Care Ban has passed the Florida Legislature and now goes to the Governor's Desk. This is a breakdown of the amended version, provided by civl rights attorney Simone Chriss. Click here for a PDF version. (1) Custody provision: Big Picture Take...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to Passage of Gender Affirming Care Ban
Tallahassee, FL: Today the Florida House passed SB254, legislation that -- among many things -- will ban gender affirming care of new minor patients, requires that only MDs and DOs provide gender affirming care, prohibit public funding from going to gender affirming...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to Destruction of Higher Education
Tallahaseee, FL: Today the Florida House just passed HB999/SB266 from the House Floor. Here is Representative Eskamani’s statement in response. “This is a destructive bill that targets diverse students like me and our ability to thrive in higher...
Strengthening Minds and Uplifting Families: Foster Care Month
May is dedicated to celebrating and supporting the professionals, families, and care-givers in their critical role of taking care of children in the foster care system. The theme of 2023’s Foster Care Month sponsored by the Children’s Bureau, emphasizes “the need to...
Celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is an important celebration that recognizes the achievements and the rich culture of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders in various fields being brought to the forefront of society. The annual celebration of this...
Breaking Stigmas and Creating Safe Spaces: Mental Health Awareness Month
The month of May is dedicated to raising awareness for mental health. The theme of 2023’s Mental Health Awareness Month focuses on how our surroundings and financial security impact mental health. Topics within this theme include that of “Safe and Stable Housing”, as...
Team Anna Update: Week 8 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, Well, this is it. We’re headed into the last week of the 2023 legislative session. The final day of the 60-day session – known as Sine Die – is Friday. Before we start the final sprint, I wanted to get you a recap of Week 8. Unfortunately, we saw some...
Rep Eskamani Responds to the Passage of HB1417
Tallahassee, FL: Today the Florida Legislature passed HB1417, legislation that will preempt local governments and their ability to put into place local ordinances that support renters. Below is Representative Eskamani’s statement in response. “Today is another slap in...
Rep. Eskamani Celebrates Florida House Passing Tax Break on Diapers & Incontinence Products
Tallahassee, FL: Today the Florida House passed House Bill 7063, a bipartisan tax package that includes Representative Eskamani’s House Bill 29, a bill to permanently eliminate Florida’s sales tax on children’s diapers and adult incontinence products. Here is...
Rep. Eskamani Responds To Disney Suing DeSantis
Tallahassee, FL: Today Disney filed a lawsuit against Governor Ron DeSantis over control of its Florida Resort. The company claimed “a targeted campaign of government retaliation” which it said stemmed from its criticism of a contentious state education law. Below is...
Team Anna Update: Week 7 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, We’re down to just two weeks to go in the 2023 legislative session. Last week, we saw a coordinated assault on the rights of LGBTQ+ families by Gov. Ron DeSantis and Tallahassee Republicans. We also saw last-minute plots launched to supper the vote,...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to SCOTUS Order on Mifepristone
Orlando, FL: The Supreme Court said Friday evening that the abortion pill mifepristone would remain widely available for now, delaying the potential for an abrupt end to a drug that is used in more than half of abortions in the United States. The order halts a...
Happy Record Store Day!
April 22nd marks Record Store Day! It will carry on the sixteen-year-long tradition of celebrating the importance of brick-and-mortar record stores. These stores serve a vital role in our community by reminding each generation the uniqueness of a record and the...
Update on SB266/HB999
Due to public feedback, both HB999 and SB266 have been amended through the committee process. This is a reminder that advocacy WORKS! See below for key updates. Improvements have been made, but serious concerns remain. Click here to see a one-pager. The Good HB 999...
Memorial for a Free Iran Passes the Florida House and Senate
Tallahassee, FL - Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-Orlando) and Senator Bobby Powell (D-West Palm Beach) have both passed memorials in their respective chambers to condemn the barbaric oppression of the people of Iran and stand in support of the fight for freedom....
State Legislators and Community Leaders Join Walkout 2 Learn to Kickoff Statewide Student Walkout with Press Conference in Tallahassee
Students at Florida Colleges and High Schools to Walk Out on Friday, April 21st On Thursday, April 20th, Walkout 2 Learn will kick off student walkouts at colleges and high schools across Florida with a press conference at the Florida State Capitol Rotunda alongside...
Orange County State House Lawmakers Respond to DeSantis’ Latest Attack on Walt Disney World
Orange County lawmakers want Governor DeSantis to Move On and Focus on Real Issues Tallahassee, FL: Today Governor Ron DeSantis announced more random policy proposals to target Walt Disney World as he continues his attempt to weaponize government to target a company...
Florida Faith Leaders Join Together at Capitol for Reproductive Freedom
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On Monday, April 17, at 1:00 P.M. ET, Florida faith leaders, advocates and representatives will come together to call on lawmakers to protect reproductive freedoms in Florida and condemn the newly passed six-week abortion ban. Leaders will join...
Can We Finally Stop Corporate Tax Giveaways on Tax Day?
Costing Floridians billions of our tax dollars, lawmakers, constituents and taxpayers call on legislative leaders to finally make corporations pay the taxes they owe this Tax Day TALLAHASSEE – It’s Tax Day and hardworking Floridians will pay a disproportionate...
Team Anna Update: Week 6 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, I’m not going to sugarcoat it: Last week was a tough one. Week six of the 2023 session saw the passage of a near-total ban on abortion in the state of Florida – which Gov. Ron DeSantis then cowardly signed behind closed doors and in the dark of night. ...
REP. ESKAMANI RESPONDS TO GOVERNOR DESANTIS SIGNING ABORTION BAN INTO LAW
Tallahassee, FL: Tonight behind closed doors Governor Ron DeSantis signed one of the most consequential and devastating bills for women’s healthcare into law. SB300 bans abortion at 6 weeks and strips away bodily autonomy for more than half of the state. Here is Rep....
Update on SB266/HB999
There is a LOT going on right now, but wanted to lift for your attention that SB266 (the Senate companion for HB999) had a hearing on Wednesday and was AMENDED. Unfortunately, the amendments really did not make things much better. Click here and read below for...
Team Anna Update: Week 5 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, Last week marked the halfway point of the 2023 legislative session. The House and Senate each passed different versions of a $113 billion budget, and the two chambers will spend the next few weeks negotiating a final spending plan. There are some good...
BREAKING: Texas Judge Rules to Stop Access to Abortion Pill
A federal judge in Texas has just ruled on a lawsuit that seeks to restrict access to one of the two drugs typically used to induce a medicated abortion. The decision could impact 40 million women nationwide, making it the most consequential legal ruling since the...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Virtual Program to Provide Guidance on New Student Loan Discharge Policies
Joined by Attorney Robert Branson and Senior Paralegal Tammy Branson of BransonLaw Orlando, FL - According to the Student Federal Aid Agency, Floridians have a total of $105.1 billion dollars in student debt with roughly 2.7 million borrowers. When examining the...
Celebrating Earth Day within District 42
Invest in our Mother Earth this Earth Day through action, education, and raising awareness to the place we call home. Earth Day is celebrated everyday to increase support, consciousness, and attention for the much needed environmental protections and sustainability...
19 Democratic Lawmakers Request Corporate Income Tax & Transparency Data from Department of Revenue
TALLAHASSEE, FL – Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-Orlando) alongside 18 lawmakers sent a letter to the Executive Director of the Florida Department of Revenue (DOR) requesting information relating to the state’s corporate income tax collections. In the letter,...
Florida Abortion Fund leaders to host the first Abortion Fund Day at the Florida Capitol
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Friday, March 31st 2023 PRESS CONTACT ysabella@flaccessnetwork.org Florida Abortion Fund leaders to host the first Abortion Fund Day at the Florida Capitol On Wednesday, April 5, Florida Access Network (FAN) will host the first Abortion Fund Day...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to FL Senate Passing 6 Week Abortion Ban
Tallahassee, FL: Today Florida Republicans pushed through an extreme 6 week abortion ban and we expect this bill to be heard soon in the Florida House. Here is Representative Eskamani’s response. "This is a devastating day for our state and freedoms. This 6 week...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to 98 Page Elections Bill
Tallahassee, FL: Today the Florida Senate dropped a 98 page elections bill that will be heard in its first committee stop tomorrow. Here is Representative Eskamani’s response: "It is absolutely absurd to drop a 98 page elections bill with just a 24 hour notice for...
Help Anna Get Back on the Ballot for 2024 🗳️
Dear Friend, It's hard to believe this, but 2024 will be my last election for the Florida State House. This is due to Florida's term limits: as a State House Representative I can only serve a total of four terms (which equates to eight years). With that said, we want...
Why 900,000 Floridians are about to lose Medicaid & What You Need To Know
Dear Friend, Almost a quarter of Florida residents — some 5.5 million people — pay for medical treatment through Medicaid, a federal government program for low-income families. But close to a million of those could be thrown off the program over the coming year as the...
Rep. Eskamani Hosts Press Conference w/National Diaper Bank Network to Discuss Diaper Need and Sales Tax Break Legislation (HB29/SB114)
HB 29 passed its first committee stop unanimously on Thursday, March 30th Tallahassee, FL - Representative Anna V. Eskamani will host a press conference centered on diaper need this Tuesday, April 4th at 9:00AM in the 4th Floor Rotunda of the Capitol Building in...
Team Anna Update: Week 4 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, We’re almost halfway through the 2023 session, the Florida Legislature continues to be led around by the nose by an increasingly desperate Gov. Ron DeSantis – who is sinking in presidential polls but trying hard to prove he’s more of an extremist than the...
Uplifting Voices and Creating Safe Spaces: Sexual Assault Awareness & Prevention Month
The month of April is a time for communities to come together to raise awareness, improve prevention, and take action against sexual assault. The theme of 2023’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is “Drawing Connections: Prevention Demands Equity”, making a call...
Commemorating Arab American Heritage Month
Arab American Heritage Month is an important celebration that recognizes the achievements and the rich culture of Arab Americans in various fields being brought to the forefront of society. The annual commemoration of this month serves as a way to promote cultural...
Action Alert: Florida’s Abortion Ban is Being Fast-Tracked
Dear Friend, Florida's near total abortion ban is being fast-tracked. The bill will be heard on the Senate Floor this Thursday and in its final House Committee stop on that same day at 8:00am. SB300/HB7 is extreme, dangerous, and will force millions of people out of...
Team Anna Update: Week 3 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, By the time you read this, I’ll already be back in Tallahassee, but I wanted to get you a recap of Week 3. Things are moving very fast right now. Gov. Ron DeSantis sees his poll numbers slipping in the Republican presidential race, so Republican leaders...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Virtual Program Ahead of End of Continuous Medicaid Coverage on April 1st
Orlando, FL - According to Florida Policy Institute, there are already 900,000 cases in Florida which have been declared ineligible for Medicaid. On April 1st, the Department of Children and Families will begin to reevaluate who qualifies for Medicaid in a phase...
Action Alert: Help Stop Florida’s Abortion Ban
Dear Friend, Florida Republicans have once again demonstrated a complete disregard for the women of our state and for our collective freedoms by filing SB300/HB7 -- a bill to ban abortion in Florida at six weeks. This bill is extreme, dangerous, and will force...
Team Anna Update: Week 2 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, The second week of the 2023 legislative session is in the books and, just like we expected, it was a tough week and things are moving fast. Bullied by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Republican leaders in the Legislature are trying to ban abortions and books,...
Team Anna Update: Week 1 of Legislative Session in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, The first week of the 2023 legislative session is in the books and, just like we expected, it was a tough week. Bullied by Gov. Ron DeSantis, Republican leaders in the Legislature are trying to ban abortions and books, strangle academic freedom in...
HB999/SB266: Fact Sheet
Put together a fact sheet to help unpack HB999/SB266. This 24 page bill is laden with unconstitutional provisions hostile to the First Amendment and academic freedom. The bill has been scheduled for a hearing THIS Monday at 3:00pm in the Postsecondary Education &...
Action Alert: House Bill 999, Attacks on Higher Education
Dear Friend, House Bill 999 / Senate Bill 266 is laden with unconstitutional provisions hostile to freedom of expression and academic freedom within higher education. If passed, it would represent another retreat from the open exchange of ideas that Florida’s leaders...
Democrats Introduce 9 Amendments Protecting Renters on Housing Bill
House Republicans Reject Every Single Pro-Renter Amendments TALLAHASSEE, FL - Today the Florida House State Affairs committee heard HB 627 related to Housing. The bill has many provisions, including a state mandate prohibiting local caps on rent hikes and various...
Celebrating International Women’s Day
Honoring Central Florida State Representatives Each year, March has been nationally recognized as Women’s History Month and March 8th is recognized as International Women’s Day! This is a time to celebrate the obstacles, successes, and challenges faced by...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani and Minority Leader Lauren Book File Legislation for Statewide School Elopement Plan to Keep Neurodiverse Children Safe
There is nothing scarier than not being able to find your child; that fear increases when your child has special needs Tallahassee, FL: Representative Anna V. Eskamani and Minority Leader Lauren Book filed legislation to ensure all school districts have School Staff...
NEW: Florida Republicans File 6 Week Abortion Ban
Today Florida Republicans have filed SB300/HB7, a bill to ban abortion in Florida at 6 weeks. Prior to running for public office, Representative Anna V. Eskamani worked at Planned Parenthood of Southwest and Central Florida, and before that was a Planned Parenthood...
Rep. Eskamani Responds to Florida Pulling Out of ERIC
Tallahassee, FL: Today it was announced that the Florida Department of State will be withdrawing from the Electronic Registration Information Center (ERIC). Here is Representative Anna V. Eskamani’s statement in response: “This is a terrible decision that is 100%...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani and Senator Victor Torres files landmark legislation to protect renters, combat homelessness, and ensure housing security for Floridians
The sweeping “Keep Floridians Housed Act” is one the most comprehensive housing reform packages ever proposed in Florida – a package focused squarely on the needs of renters and tenants rather than landlords and developers. Orlando, FL – Representative Anna V....
Representative Anna V. Eskamani to Host Community Cleanup in Eatonville
In Partnership with the Eatonville Chamber of Commerce, Historic Town of Eatonville, and Senator Geraldine Thompson Eatonville, FL - Established in 1887, Eatonville made history as the first town in United States’ history to be organized, governed and incorporated by...
Celebrating Women’s History Month in Central Florida
Every year, the month of March is recognized as Women’s History month, a time to reflect on the history of women's suffrage, highlight breaking glass ceilings, and shed light on the current struggles that women still face today. Women's History Month began in 1981,...
Rep. Eskamani’s Statement on Governor’s Hostile Takeover of Reedy Creek
Today Governor DeSantis signed into law a bill that seals his hostile takeover of Reedy Creek. Below is Representative Eskamani's response: "It’s absolutely wild to see a self-proclaimed capitalist like DeSantis celebrate the government takeover of a private board...
Team Anna Update: Week 6 of Committee Meetings in Tallahassee
Dear Friend, We just wrapped up our sixth, and final, week of pre-session meetings in Tallahassee. The next time we return to Tallahassee it will be for the start of the 2023 session, which begins March 7 and runs for 60 days. I’m not going to sugarcoat it: This is...
Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Pre-Legislative Session Workshop
This virtual workshop will focus on the upcoming 2023 Legislative Session Orlando, FL - On Sunday, March 5th, from 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm, Representative Anna V. Eskamani will be hosting a virtual pre-session legislative workshop on Zoom and Facebook Live. Join...