HR 8011 Summary

• Recognizes March 8, 2023, as "International Women's Day" in Florida and encourages residents to celebrate by honoring women's achievements and accomplishments.

• Establishes context that International Women's Day celebrates women's cultural, educational, economic, political, and social accomplishments across all backgrounds.

• Notes the United Nations first celebrated International Women's Day on March 8, 1975, and declared it a day for international peace and women's rights.

• Highlights that approximately 41 percent of Florida Legislature members are women, including 50 representatives and 16 senators.

• Acknowledges the 2023 International Women's Day theme of "Embrace Equity" and recognizes three women added to the Florida Women's Hall of Fame: Virginia Covington, Barbara B. Nicklaus, and Beverly Yeager.