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The Bill to Transition Florida to 100% Renewable Energy Is Critical to Florida’s Environmental Health and Economic Success Orlando, FL - State Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-Orlando) and Senator Lori Berman (D-Boynton Beach) have re-filed critical legislation to...

Orlando, FL - October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual public health campaign that engages communities around the topics of breast health and the impact of breast cancer. About 1 in 8 women in the US will develop breast cancer in their lifetime although it...

Rally in Orlando is One of 600+ Other Actions Happening Across the US Orlando, FL — On Saturday, October 2nd, at 11:00am - 1:00pm hundreds of Central Floridians will take to the streets in a march to demand an end to the dangerous, escalating attacks on reproductive...

Dear Friend,  This Thursday night I returned from Tallahassee for what was our first week of Committee Meetings. Scroll down for an update of what went down in Tallahassee as we prepare for the 2022 Legislative Session.  This upcoming week is a busy one for Team Anna....

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book (D-Plantation) and Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-Orlando) have filed legislation to prevent families from being charged sales tax when purchasing diapers and adult incontinence undergarments. If passed, SB...

Orlando, FL - In the United States, one in three parents struggle with “diaper need,” or the incapacity to provide their babies with essential items such as diapers. While little assistance exists nationwide to alleviate diaper need, there exists a regressive tax on...

Orlando, FL -- Representative Anna V. Eskamani has been appointed to five committees in the Florida House and reappointed to two Democratic Ranking Member positions. See more below: Ways & Means Committee, Democratic Ranking Member Regulatory Reform Subcommittee,...

Dear Friend, “No Day Shall Erase You From the Memory of Time.” These words are from Book IX of "The Aeneid" by the Roman poet Virgil, and speaks to the transformative potential of remembrance. They are also part of an art installation in the 9/11 Memorial Museum...

Orlando, FL - Today at 4:00pm Representative Anna V. Eskamani joins housing experts, public administrators, and local advocates for a comprehensive look at the affordable housing crisis in Central Florida and what steps we can take to address it. The city of Orlando...

Dear Friend, As the daughter of working-class immigrants, words cannot describe my deep appreciation for -- and commitment to -- labor. Whether we belong to a union in our workplace or not, all of us owe a debt of gratitude for the rights that workers around the...

Dear Friend, All through the COVID-19 pandemic our small but mighty team has been championing direct constituent services. We have supported small businesses and helped workers deal with the state’s criminally broken unemployment system. We have delivered rental...

Dear Friend, I am proud to announce that Orlando Weekly readers have awarded us with a pair of 2021 Best of Orlando titles. For two years in a row, we have been selected as Orlando's Best Local Politician and Best Local Leader During the Pandemic! We are proud of this...

Dear Friend, This has been a tough 48 hours for reproductive freedom but we remain vigilant and focused. In case you missed it, here's the editorial that I wrote for the Orlando Sentinel focused on the Texas abortion ban and what we need to do in Florida to protect...

Orlando, FL — Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce her team’s slate of Summer 2021 Legislative Interns! “This Fall semester we welcome a brilliant team of 14 interns to serve House District 47 through virtual activities and direct constituent...

Orlando, FL - In 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, granting select women the right to vote. It was a major victory towards equality and justice in the suffrage movement, yet also reflected the need for further change. Now 101 years later, we continue to break...

The Orlando Democrat has Collected & Submitted More Than 628 Signatures To Qualify for the 2022 Ballot Orlando, FL --  Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce that she has qualified for the 2022 ballot by petition! Representative Eskamani...

Orlando, FL- Representative Anna V. Eskamani is teaming up with All On The Line to host a virtual event focused on the basics of redistricting and ways for everyday people to get involved in this incredibly important process.  The Florida legislature will soon be...

Dear Friend, Last week, I heard news of a Republican plot to attack me and the incredible movement that we are building together. Their plan? To go after not only me, but my twin sister, too.  My twin sister, Ida, and I have lived together for our entire lives. We...

Orlando, FL - On July 15th, 39 million American families will receive the first of six advance monthly payments of the advance federal child tax credit. On Thursday July 15th at 11:30AM, Representative Anna V. Eskamani will host a virtual event to discuss the new tax...

Orlando, FL - Hurricanes form fast and our communities have to respond even quicker during the ongoing storm season. On Thursday July 8th at 12:00PM, Representative Anna V. Eskamani will host a virtual event to share and discuss the best practices for safety and...

Pride, by definition, is a way to express emotions, identity and during this month, it is about self-respect and opening up on one’s sexuality. Pride Month also highlights the influences made upon society and politics by the LGBTQIA+ communities and understands the challenges they face to this date.

Dear Friend,  Whether you call it Emancipation Day, Freedom Day or the country's second Independence Day, Juneteenth is one of the most important anniversaries in our nation's history. On June 19, 1865, Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger, who had fought for the Union, led a...

Solomon-Hollett is an Orlando Local and Eskamani’s Former Field Manager Orlando, FL— Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is proud to announce her Campaign Manager for the 2022 Election Cycle.  Shalla Solomon-Hollett is an Orlando local born in Winter Park. She is a...

Team Anna Welcomes a Cohort of Young Leaders to Serve at Their Orlando District Office Orlando, FL — Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce her team’s slate of Summer 2021 Legislative Interns! “This summer semester we welcome a brilliant team of...

A sweet treat is exactly what you need to jumpstart your hot Florida days. Celebrate National Bubble Tea Day with the sweetest small businesses in town. Be sure to stop by one of these refreshing locations in HD47!  Krave Tea Moge Tee  ROYALTEA Chewy Boba Gong Cha...

Dear Friend,  Just one week left in Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session! Like every Monday, we’re sending you an email review of what we’ve been up to in Tallahassee. (Click here for last week’s review).  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider keeping up...

Need to satisfy your green thumb? Here in House District 47, we are celebrating Earth Day with some local favorites. Be sure to check out these budding businesses including new plant shops and local florists so you can bring a little piece of Mother Nature home with...

Dear Friend,  There are just two weeks to go in Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session! And like every Monday, we’re sending you an email review of what we’ve been up to in Tallahassee. (Click here for last week’s review).  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please...

This year, Earth Day will fall on Thursday, April 22nd. Orlando, FL --In recognition of Earth Day 2021, Representative Anna V. Eskamani is joining forces with State Attorney Monique Worrell and O-Town Compost to host a community clean-up this Saturday in Orlando....

Dear Friend,  We’re more than halfway through Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session! And every Monday, we’re sending you an email review of what we’ve been up to in Tallahassee. Click here for last week’s review.  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider...

Dear Friend,  We’re more than halfway through Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session! And every Monday, we’re sending you an email review of what we’ve been up to in Tallahassee. Click here for last week’s review.  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider...

Dear Friend,  Every Monday morning we’ll be sharing a review of what we’ve been up to during Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session. (Click here for last week’s review).  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider keeping up to date with us through our social...

Representatives Will Be Joined By Coalition Partners and Directly Impacted People In Need of Affordable Housing Tallahassee, FL-- State lawmakers and coalition organizations are coming together to oppose HB 5401, a legislative proposal to sweep affordable housing...

Dear Friend,  Every Monday morning we’ll be sharing a review of what we’ve been up to during Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session. (Click here for last week’s review).  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider keeping up to date with us through our social...

Dear Friend,  As the first Iranian-American elected to any public office in Florida, it is my honor to wish you and yours Nowruz Mobarak, or Happy New Year! Today marks the start of Spring and a new year for millions of people across dozens of countries. Last Monday...

Dear Friend,  Every Monday morning we’ll be sending you an email review of what we’ve been up to during Florida’s 2021 Legislative Session. Click here for last week’s review. Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider keeping up to date with us through our...

Dear Friend, We have a lot to share with you about both COVID-19 and Florida’s Legislative Session. Please scroll down to learn more, and click here for an online version of this email.  Also, if you’re not doing so already, please consider keeping up to date with us...

Eskamani is one of many state legislators around the country working to pass bills meant to stop states from using corporate tax giveaways to steal businesses away from each other Tallahassee, FL -- Representative Anna V. Eskamani has filed legislation that would help...

Dear Friend, Happy Presidents’ Day. I am back in Tallahassee for what will be our last week of Committee Meetings before we start the 2021 Legislative Session on March 2nd.  We have a lot to cover in this email update, including an update of COVID19 news and a review...

Whether you are near or far, there is so much to love about House District 47. This Valentine’s Day safely stop by to show some love to our small businesses and local gems!    Winter Park History Museum This museum is a family-friendly look into the history of...

HB 6069 would repeal a state law that lets economic development agencies and politically plugged-in businesses negotiate public incentive packages behind closed doors  Orlando, Fla. – Declaring that Florida taxpayers deserve to know how their money is being spent,...

Now more than ever, it’s important to support and even the playing field for Florida’s Renters Tallahassee, FL -- Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-47) and Senator Victor Torres (D-15) have both refiled HB6021/SB1020 and HB6025/SB1090 for the 2021 Legislative...

The term cy pres comes from the French, “cy pres comme possible,” meaning “as near as possible,” Orlando, FL - Representative Anna V. Eskamani has filed critical legislation to improve Floridians access to civil legal aid, and it won’t cost the State of Florida a...

The Bill to Transition Florida to 100% Renewable Energy Is Critical to Florida’s Environmental Health and Economic Success Orlando, FL - State Representative Anna V. Eskamani (D-Orlando) and Senator Lori Berman (D-Boynton Beach) have filed critical legislation to...

Small businesses are a necessity to our communities and we are proud to represent small businesses within District 47! We will continue to support our small businesses, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. In honor of National Pie Day, be sure to stop by...

We aren’t truly free unless we can make our own decisions and have the freedom to define our own path.  Orlando, FL-- Today marks the 48th Anniversary of Roe v. Wade, the landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion nationwide. Below is Representative...

Virtual Event Hosted by Rep. Anna V. Eskamani Will Feature a Diversity of Voices and Issues Orlando, FL-- On January 20th a new President and Vice President of the United States will be sworn in, and we want to celebrate this incredible moment with the people of...

Virtual Event Hosted by Rep. Anna V. Eskamani Will Feature Adam Markowitz, Vice President of Howard L Markowitz PA Orlando, FL-- Last week the US Small Business Administration and Treasury announced the application window for Round 2 of the Paycheck Protection Program...

January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. While we remain committed to dismantling these systems together, there are several organizations who devote themselves to this work year round and are leading the push to #EndTrafficking. See a few of...

Team Anna Welcomes a Cohort of Young Leaders to Serve on Legislative Team Orlando, FL -- Today Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to announce her team’s slate of Spring 2021 Legislative Interns! “This spring semester we welcomed a fantastic team of 16 interns...

Cartagena Served as a Super Volunteer During Representative Eskamani’s 2020 Campaign Orlando, FL-- Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to welcome Sergio Cartagena to serve as her Intern Coordinator for State House District 47! Born in San Juan, Puerto Rico and...

Dear Friend, As I sit and type this message, I am still processing the images from Washington DC, in shock at what was a domestic terror attack on the U.S. Capitol. President Trump incited this violence and many Republican members of Congress — through their attempts...

COVID19 Vaccine Info Session Hosted by Rep. Eskamani Featuring Director Moskowitz A Virtual Event to Help Floridians Learn More About the COVID19 Vaccine Orlando, FL-- Vaccines for COVID19 are being distributed around the world, nation, and state. Join Representative...

Dear Friend, I am humbled beyond words to be one of six finalists nominated by Orlando Sentinel readers for Central Floridian of the Year. The nominations include some phenomenal people and our health care workers. I encourage you to read more about them all at this...

Virtual Event Hosted by Rep. Anna V. Eskamani Focuses on Bankruptcy Process for Consumers and Small Businesses Orlando, FL-- Representative Anna V. Eskamani is teaming up with Orlando’s Branson Law to host a virtual event focused on the basics of bankruptcy. The event...

Drews was Eskamani’s 2020 Campaign Manager and 2018 Field Organizer Orlando, FL-- Representative Anna V. Eskamani is excited to welcome Cheyenne Drews to serve as the Legislative Aide for State House District 47. Born and raised in Volusia County, Drews is no stranger...

Our Top Moments of 2020: A Year In Review 🔨 Our top moments are just that: ours. We are so honored to have spent this year with you! As we wrap up December -- and a decade -- we want to reflect on the special moments we shared together. In no particular order, here...

Dear Friend, A lot has happened in the last 48 hours and I wanted to provide you with a quick COVID19 update as we approach the New Year. Scroll down to see some of the latest news for Central Florida, and feel free to let me know if you have any questions. Yours in...

Dear Friends, Happy Holidays! I wanted to make sure I shared with you some resources to offer more insight into small business relief w/in the newest Congressional Relief Package just signed by the President last night. PDF from US House highlighting all parts of the...

Dear Friend,  This has been a very challenging year, and our hearts are heavy knowing the great loss and stress experienced by so many of our fellow Floridians.  We are humbled to be by your side every step of the way, and hope that wherever you are, holiday cheer...

Dear Friend,  I am excited to share with you our recently announced Legislative Committee Assignments!  I am proud to say that our new Speaker of the House has re-assigned me to the Ways & Means Committee. This powerful and important committee is where we’ll...

Dear Friend,  I wanted to make sure you were invited to a collection of virtual events we have coming up tonight, and later this week. Scroll down to see more and to RSVP Also, please remember that tonight at 5:00PM is the deadline to apply for Orange County's...

Dear Friend, This has been an unprecedented year, and as we continue to navigate COVID19 together I hope you are finding time to safely celebrate the holiday season. With that said -- as the first candle is lit, tonight we wish all who celebrate a Happy Hanukkah...

Dear Friend, Today is Giving Tuesday, a day that encourages people to do good and give without expectation. Over the past seven years, it has grown into a global movement that inspires hundreds of millions of people to give, collaborate, and celebrate generosity....

Dear Friend, We wanted to take a moment to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving, and to remind you that our Legislative Office will be closed tomorrow and on Friday. We’ll be back open on Monday, November 30th, at 9:00am but will be continuing to check email and keep our...

Dear Friend,  Happy Veterans Day! Today we honor the contributions of our military service members, and recommit ourselves to ensuring the health and well-being of our veterans. Yesterday I spent my day with the Florida National Guard at Camp Blanding in Starke,...

Representative Anna V. Eskamani Hosts Collaborative Forum Focused on the Future of the Democratic Party Orlando, FL -- We’re not going to sugarcoat it; Florida did not deliver the presidency to Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. Instead the state went to President Trump and...

Trying to make a donation to Team Anna? We appreciate your love and support, but we're officially in a black out period when it comes to fundraising! So instead of your treasure, give us your time! Volunteer at mobilize.us/annaforflorida Thank you for your support!...

Dear Friend,  We are now just five days away from one of the most consequential elections of our lifetime, and we need all hands on deck to help get out the vote.   Click here to see a list of upcoming campaign events, including literature drops we have scheduled for...

Dear Friend, I am a huge Star Wars fan, which is why I am beyond thrilled to be joining Mark Hamill for a  Get Out the Vote Florida Phone Bank!  The force is strong with us and after Hamill gave us a tweet of approval we’re now joining forces to take on the Dark...

Friend-- Today marks the start of in-person early voting in 51 counties in Florida! If you want to learn where you can cast your ballot, check out this online tool from Progress Florida that helps locate the closest or most convenient early voting location. The early...