This resolution designates January 27, 2026, as "Florida Gulf Coast University Day" in Florida. It is a ceremonial designation with no new policy or funding changes, solely recognizing FGCU's history and contributions. The resolution honors the university's founding, growth, and community impact as described in its preamble. It does not affect any laws, regulations, or stakeholders beyond the symbolic recognition.
Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County 80th Anniversary; Congratulating Juvenile Welfare Board of Pinellas County on the occasion of its 80th anniversary.
This Florida House Resolution (HR 8029) symbolically recognizes June 19, 2026, as "World Sickle Cell Awareness Day" within the state. It does not create new laws, allocate funding, or directly affect specific groups; instead, it designates a date for raising public awareness about sickle cell disease. The resolution acknowledges the disease's impact through its preamble, citing its prevalence and health challenges, but the only concrete action is the date designation. As a procedural resolution, it has no binding policy changes or implementation mechanisms.
This Florida House resolution (HR 8031) designates May 2026 as "Haitian Heritage Month" to recognize Haitian American cultural contributions to the state. It directly affects Florida residents, particularly Haitian American communities in South Florida and other areas with large populations, as noted in the resolution's context. The bill contains no new policy provisions or funding - it is a symbolic designation honoring historical ties and community impact. The resolution focuses on celebrating Haitian heritage and history, as detailed in its preamble.
Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week; Recognizing the week of May 3, 2026 as “Tardive Dyskinesia Awareness Week” in Florida and expressing the Senate’s support of efforts to raise awareness about the causes, symptoms, and importance of routine screening for tardive dyskinesia, etc.
70th Anniversary of the Tallahassee Bus Boycott ; Remembers & honors 70th anniversary of Tallahassee Bus Boycott & enduring legacy of its participants in struggle for civil rights.
This resolution commemorates the 120th anniversary of E. Lilyan Spencer's birth, honoring her legacy as a pioneering African American tennis champion, educator, and community leader in Tallahassee. It recognizes her historic 10-year reign as Florida Tennis Association Women's Singles Champion (1931-1941), her 1937 national tennis title as the first African American woman from Tallahassee to win a national sports title, and her later roles as a math teacher, principal, and organizer of community initiatives like the Bond Community Credit Union. The resolution formally acknowledges her contributions to breaking racial and gender barriers in sports and education during the segregation era. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies.
This resolution (HR 8083) recognizes the existing economic and cultural ties between Florida and Quebec. It highlights that Quebec visitors contribute over $2.5 billion annually to Florida's tourism sector and that bilateral trade reached $2.6 billion in 2024. The resolution acknowledges cooperation in areas like tourism, business investment, educational exchanges, and environmental partnerships, such as climate resilience and clean energy collaboration. It does not create new laws or obligations but formally affirms these ongoing relationships. The resolution was introduced in the Florida House on February 26, 2026.
100th Anniversary of Black History Month; Recognizes 100th anniversary of Black History Month & honors achievements, history, & heritage of African Americans in Florida & across United States.
This Florida House Resolution designates March 2026 as "Autoimmune Awareness Month" within the state. It does not create new laws or funding but serves as a symbolic observance to raise public awareness about autoimmune diseases. The resolution highlights that these conditions affect approximately 8% of the U.S. population (with 80% of cases in women) and often involve long diagnostic delays (averaging 4.5 years). It aims to support education and understanding of these chronic illnesses, which impact multiple body systems and healthcare costs.
This Florida House Resolution (HR 8097) designates March 17, 2026, as "Profound Autism Awareness Day" to recognize individuals with profound autism and their families. It does not create new policies or funding but aims to raise public awareness about the unique challenges faced by this group, including significant intellectual disabilities, limited communication abilities, and the need for intensive lifelong support. The resolution highlights the emotional, physical, and financial burdens on caregivers while emphasizing the importance of inclusion in research and resource decisions. As a ceremonial designation, it has no direct policy or legal effect beyond the symbolic observance.
This Senate Resolution designates August 9, 2026, as "Bob Graham Day" throughout the State of Florida to honor the legacy of former Governor and U.S. Senator Bob Graham. The bill directly affects state officials and the public by establishing an official commemorative date that recognizes Graham's contributions to Florida's environmental preservation, public service, and political leadership. Key provisions include formal recognition of the date August 9, which marks the founding of the Save Our Everglades program in 1983, and acknowledge Graham's extensive career spanning 38 years in public office. The resolution serves as a symbolic tribute rather than creating new laws or regulations, focusing on celebrating Graham's achievements in areas such as environmental conservation, education, and national security.
