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FL S7070

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/9/2016

Primary Sponsor

Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security

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Origin

Senate

2016 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends section 265.003 of Florida Statutes regarding the Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame Council's nomination process
  • Defines "veteran" and "military veteran" to include persons meeting the definition in section 1.01(14) or former members of the Florida National Guard
  • Applies the new definition when the council selects nominees for submission to the Governor and Cabinet for induction into the Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame
  • Maintains existing preference for nominees who were born in Florida or adopted it as their home state and made significant contributions to the state in civic, business, public service, or other pursuits
  • Takes effect upon becoming law

Legislative Description

Advisory Councils of the Department of Veterans' Affairs

Last Action

Died on Calendar, companion bill(s) passed, see CS/SB 184 (Ch. 2016-242)

3/11/2016

Committee Referrals

Rules2/11/2016
Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security2/4/2016

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