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FL S0520
Bill
Status
1/21/2011
Primary Sponsor
Maria Sachs
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AI Summary
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Creates the Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame to recognize and honor military veterans who made significant contributions to Florida during or after their service
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Establishes the hall of fame on the Plaza Level of the Capitol Building along the northeast front wall, administered by the Department of Veterans' Affairs without state appropriation
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Places inductees' names on plaques displayed in the designated Capitol area, with the Governor and Cabinet selecting nominees based on recommendations from the Department of Veterans' Affairs
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Prioritizes veterans who were born in Florida or adopted it as their home state and made significant contributions in civic, business, public service, or other pursuits
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Authorizes the Department of Veterans' Affairs to establish nomination criteria, selection timelines, and an annual induction ceremony coinciding with Veterans' Day, with Col. Bruce J. Host, USAF (Ret.) chairing the initial nomination review committee
Legislative Description
State Memorials
Last Action
Read 2nd time -SJ 744
5/3/2011