Tom Wright
@SenTomWright
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Florida State Senator Tom Wright. Proudly representing Florida Senate District 08.
Florida, USA
Joined December 2018
Today I was honored by the Military Order of the Purple Heart.
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Thank you to the @FLSenate for hosting such a beautiful memorial for an amazing Senator, and my predecessor Senator Dorothy Hukill. Senator Hukill’s leadership will never be forgotten. #HukillForever
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Represented in these pictures are servicemembers we have lost during the War on Terror. We must always remember and honor the ultimate price these men and women paid to protect this country. Their sacrifices will never be forgotten and their memories will live on in our hearts.
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Friday I had the opportunity to join our Governor DeSantis, Attorney General Ashley Moody and Leader Deb Mayfield, along with Brevard legislators, and Sheriff's. It was a great day for all Florida LEO's as Rep. Leek's Bill HB3 was signed into law.
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The @VolusiaSheriff banquet was this past week, held at Daytona Harley-Davidson. It was an honor to talk with deputies like Royce James, who made news after rescuing a young girl from a suspect earlier this year! Thanks @SheriffChitwood for recognizing your deputies' hard work.
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Space Florida's event for Firefly Aerospace this morning was out of this world!. It was also a pleasure meeting these two naval officers responsible for our Triton nuclear submarines. (3rd photo). @RonDeSantisFL @TylerSiroisHD51
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The FL Veterans Foundation has teamed up with the @AmericanLegion of FL to create the COVID-19 Project Vet Relief Fund. This will help with emergency assistance for veterans who are affected by this pandemic around the state. For more information, visit:
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Earlier this month I had the great pleasure of attending the K9's United Christmas event.
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Time well spent with @legallybriar as we wrap up our last week of session up here in Tallahassee!
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Veterans can sign up now to learn more about new job opportunities in Florida, including workshops on a variety of different career paths. Please click the link below to learn more!. Military Veterans Free Workshops Registration here:
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Thank you @BillGalvano for appointing me! I look forward to serving in this role, and supporting our military's efforts in any & every way possible.
Pleased to appoint Senator @SenTomWright to the Florida Defense Support Task Force. Thank you Senator @DougBroxson for your leadership during a successful year as Task Force Chair! Your work will help keep FL the most military-friendly state in the #USA.
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Honored to return as Chair of this important committee in the Senate. We will continue our work to support current and former servicemembers in FL, and ensure we have the right resources for our future space endeavors!.
Senator @SenTomWright will serve as Chair of the Committee on Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security. Senator @Gayle_Harrell will serve as Vice Chair.
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I am honored to receive the 2021 Legislative Session Friend of the Sheriff Award from the @FLSheriffs. It is critical that we continue to support our Law Enforcement community whenever possible.
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My heart is broken for all Law Enforcement Officers. It is a sad night for everyone here in Volusia County. Officer Raynor was simply doing his job. May God comfort his family and fellow officers.
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Recently, Sheriff Staly swore me in as an Honorary Flagler County Deputy and I am honored to receive Sheriff Staly's trust.
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As we continue to provide HBOT to our Veterans in our USF Study, you can see this Veteran is cared for by their service dog. We continue to provide these treatments that cure Veterans of PTSD. We must do all we can to help our Veterans that have given so much for our Freedom.
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Congratulations on earning the Brevard Legislator of the Year Award @debbie_mayfield!.
Great to be with friends at the @BrevardREC 2019 Lincoln Reagan Dinner tonight! @congbillposey.@SenTomWright @seanspicer @BetterWFetter #SpaceCoast #GOP
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Thank you @SenJanetCruz for putting together this tour of @MacDill_AFB for members of the Legislature! We must continue to recognize the hard work of our men and women who serve. @DannyBurgessFL @VicTorres_FL @ToledoForTampa @NEWTFL @HattersleyforFL @DianneHartFL.
It was an honor to welcome you all to my hometown to see first hand the great work being done at MacDill AFB that keeps our country safe and secure 🇺🇸 @ToledoForTampa @HattersleyforFL @NEWTFL @DianneHartFL
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Thank you to the brave men and women that serve our country, and protect our freedoms every single day! #ArmedForcesDay
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I am horrified by the scenes that took place last night in Daytona Beach, as an officer attempting to do his job was shot and is now in critical condition. Please pray for the recovery of the @DaytonaBchPD Officer and his family after this tragic event.
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Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for signing HB 501, Alternative Treatment Options for Veterans. This could not have been done without the help of @Mel_Ponder, @DannyBurgessFL and @Vet_Alternative! Our veterans have served our country proudly; we must now serve them in any way we can.
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Today is the 2nd annual Brevard Day at the Capitol! Although we are meeting virtually this year, it is crucial that we hear all about issues of importance to our community. Thank you Representative Tyler Sirois for putting this fantastic event together.
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Yesterday our FL Space Caucus heard from industry partners on their priorities and projects of importance as we approach the 2021 legislative session. We are here to support the efforts of these companies and are committed to help them thrive! #FLSpaceDay2021 #FLSpaceCaucus2021
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Thank you @bobbypaynefl and @JimmyPatronis for your commitment to helping keep our veterans safe from fraudulent scams in FL. Proud to see this pass the House floor.
Proud to unanimously pass the Florida Veterans Protection Act in both chambers w/ @SenTomWright. It was a priority for us & CFO @JimmyPatronis to protect our vets from those who wish to commit fraud against them. FL should always be safe for those who defend our nation. #FlaPol.
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I am proud to work on this issue alongside Rep. @bobbypaynefl and CFO @JimmyPatronis to fight for our state's veterans.
FL is home to 1.5 million+ veterans & the @FLSenate is committed to protecting those who have protected our nation. SB 294 fights back against scammers by ensuring swift action for those attempting to commit fraud against vets. Hear from sponsor @SenTomWright:
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Today I had the opportunity to attend the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new HVAC program at Pine Ridge High. This program is a great example of what VCS is doing to prepare students for success by giving opportunities to learn the necessary skills for in demand trades.
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Last night we held our 2021 Legislative Delegation meeting for the 2022 Legislative Session and got to hear many amazing constituents speak on topics crucial to our community. Thank you to all of the great constituents in attendance and the incredible members of the Delegation.
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I am thrilled to see the progress we make after today's March Forward event in @PortCanaveral. Thanks to @FLVetsAffairs, local veterans groups are coming together to share resources and increase collaboration on veteran priorities. #ForwardMarchFL
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On this Thanksgiving Day, let us remember our servicemen and women who are faithfully serving our nation, and our military families who are waiting for loved ones to return home.
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Space Day was a great success. I had the opportunity to join Director Petro from KSC, @LtGovNunez and many others at the Space Day Luncheon, as well as join my fellow Space Caucus members at the unveiling of the new @SpaceFlorida Countdown Clock in the Capitol.
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Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for prioritizing the recovery of our state’s ports. They are a critical part of our infrastructure and we must provide them with the resources to achieve pre-pandemic levels. @AGAshleyMoody @FDOT_Secretary @debbie_mayfield .
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Today has been a very rewarding day in the @FLSenate. After years of trying to protect our law enforcement and allow them to use life saving resources, we passed my SB 44: Drones off the Senate Floor. Also, Pastor Addison Mitchell from my district delivered the opening prayer!
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Space Day at the Capital was a great reminder of the incredible economic and cultural impact that the Space Industry has on Florida every year.
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Proud to have passed these good bills off the Senate Floor today!.
House Bills 877/879, which pave the way for homestead property tax discounts for eligible disabled veterans to carry over to a surviving spouse, unanimously passed the Florida House. We thank State Rep. Sam Killebrew & @SenTomWright for their support of our veterans. #FLVets🇺🇸
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May we honor and remember the lives lost 19 years ago today. Our country lost so many heroes that gave everything in an effort to try and save others. #NeverForget
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Thank you @SenMannyDiazJr for passing this off the Senate Floor today!.
With today’s passage of SM 420, the @FLSenate is sending a message to Congress to implement the VA MISSION Act of 2018 in order to improve healthcare access for veterans. Thanks to @SenMannyDiazJr and Military & Vets Affairs Chair @SenTomWright for standing with our vets!
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If you or a family member are a veteran of our Armed Forces, please visit and click on COVID-19 Assistance. The Florida Veterans Foundation and the American Legion have partnered to help our veterans in need during this crisis.
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Wishing every student in Brevard and Volusia County a successful first day of school!
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It was great to support CFO @JimmyPatronis as he reminded Floridians to be prepared as we enter another hurricane season.
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To the brave men and women serving in the United States Armed Forces, thank you for protecting our freedoms each and every day. #ArmedForcesDay
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Thank you to @FLGuard for taking us on a tour of Camp Blanding today! I am grateful to have learned first hand about the resources our state and nation receive from this installation. Also had the opportunity to catch up with @FLSecofState, @JosieTomkow, and @RepBuchanan!
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This bill will allow for more people to go to work in this state. These payment plans are a way for Floridians to eliminate costs, with a lessened risk of losing their license. @ByronDonalds @FinesandFeesJC.
We're glad to announce new legislation (SB 1328) to end driver's license suspension for unpaid fines and fees in Florida, sponsored by @ByronDonalds and @SenTomWright! . Learn more about why nonpayment suspension is counter-productive: @jeffschweers.
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May we never forget those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Our freedoms are made possible by the relentless bravery of our servicemen and women. #MemorialDay
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Today I got to visit the inside of the VAB at KSC with Rep. Sirois & Rep. Altman. I am standing on the 16th floor across from the spaceship that will go to the moon early 2022. It is over 300 feet tall! American Spaceship launching from American soil. Proud to be an American!
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Had the chance to catch up with @ABShortelle and the @SJRWMD today at their governing board meeting!. It included an update to @SJRWMD on the status of the IRL council and Indian River Lagoon National Estuary Program, by Dr. Duane De Freese, Executive Director of the IRL council.
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Thank you @JimmyPatronis for all you do to support our first responders in FL! @BetterWFetter @dennisbaxley @scottplakon @jasonbrodeur
It was great to be at Sanford Fire Department this morning to present them and Central FL fire chiefs with a check for $30K in pandemic protection funding. Our firefighters dedicate their lives to protect our communities and we must do everything we can to support these heroes.
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Glad we got to have a great Manufacturing and Supply Chain Caucus meeting today with @FloridaMakes, @FloridaTaxWatch, and @DivvyUpSocks.
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Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for approving this good bill. @JimmyPatronis & @bobbypaynefl great to work with you both in getting this across the finish line!.
Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for protecting our Veterans by signing SB 294. Veterans are twice as likely to be targeted for scams and it’s vital we protect the brave men & women who served. Thanks to @SenTomWright & @bobbypaynefl for championing this important legislation.
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The Volusia County legislative delegation meeting last night was my first delegation meeting as a Florida Senator. It’s a honor to serve in this Volusia Delegation which works so hard for its constituents. #Volusia
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Happy Easter! Wishing you and your family many blessings, good health, and happiness on this holy day.
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Happy Thanksgiving! I hope everyone is enjoying this holiday time with their family and friends. Also, thank you to all of our first responders and military members who are hard at work today keeping Florida and the United States safe.
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Veterans' Day isn't the only time we should be thanking those who have served our great nation. It is hard to imagine where we would be without the efforts of the men and women that served us since our country's beginnings. This is the land of the free, BECAUSE of the brave.
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Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for bringing our aerospace industry leaders together to discuss the growth we have seen here on the Space Coast. There is plenty more to come!.
ICYMI: Watch a roundtable with @GovRonDeSantis along with @SpaceFlorida, @SenTomWright, @RepThadAltman and leaders in the aerospace industry. Courtesy of @10TampaBay. #MustSeeTFC
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It was an honor to accept the J.J. Martin Leadership Award today, in the company of many friends and members of the community. Thanks to Ormond Strong and all of the veteran groups/organizations for contributing to this special event.
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Very proud to be a part of this announcement yesterday. This truly is a Victory for Florida Firefighters, @JimmyPatronis!.
We did it! Thank you to @SeminoleCountyF for your support as we announced cancer benefits for Florida’s firefighters at Station 21 today in Casselberry. Florida has your back! #flapol
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Hiring Our Heroes has started a great program in the Space Coast region that will give a big helping hand to our military spouses who are looking for employment when they move to the area. I was honored to be the keynote speaker for the launch of their program.
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Yesterday, I had the great opportunity of joining @debbie_mayfield, @RepThadAltman, @FDOT_Secretary, and @LtGovNunez for the groundbreaking of repairs to the Indian River Bridge. This bridge is critical to Florida's Space Coast and the ever booming space industry of Florida
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Yesterday, sixteen of our state's finest veterans were inducted into the Florida Veterans' Hall of Fame. After serving our country, every one of these individuals continues to serve our state without hesitation.
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As always, this year's Wreaths Across America Day was a a great day to give back and honor those who risked everything for this nation.
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What an incredible first week of Session! I could not be more proud to have entered my fifth session as a State Senator fighting my hardest to stand up for what matters most to my incredible constituents and Florida as a whole.
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The Volusia County Delegation Meeting today was a great opportunity to hear constituents bring up a varied list of concerns including mental health, infrastructure and much more. A huge thank you to to all of the constituents who made the time to be with us today.
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Please tune in to the @FLSheriffs 20th Episode of the FSAcast! I enjoyed sitting down and discussing many of the public safety priorities we were able to get passed during the 2021 Legislative Session.
FSACast Episode 20 has dropped and we sit down with @SenTomWright to discuss several #PublicSafety topics that were a priority for FSA, including Drones and Injured Police Canines. Thank you, Sen. Wright, for your support of #LawEnforcement! #FlaPol. 🎧:
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Today marks the start of the 2022 Legislative Session. I look forward to working with my colleagues to keep Florida the strongest State in our country.
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Today, Eli in my office met the Brevard Schools Foundation Grant Patrol at Tropical Elementary to help deliver a Bright Ideas Grant to Ms. Barbara Wilcox!. @TylerSiroisHD51 and I will file a resolution this session to recognize the Kindness Symbol created by her and her students!
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Floridians must continue to monitor #HurricaneDorian and prepare NOW for strong winds and possible flooding. Visit CFO @JimmyPatronis’ website at for helpful insurance and financial tips for before and after the storm. Don’t wait, prepare now FL!#PrepareFL.
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Freedom is not free. Take time today to remember and honor those who have protected our liberties and freedom through their honorable service in our nation’s military. #VeteransDay
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Had a great meeting with President Cartwright during UCF's Day at the Capitol this week. Proud of the great work being done at UCF to make sure we have graduates ready to fill the need for workers in the Space Coast and across our state.
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I am proud to have to helped secure $2,500,000 for the City of Port Orange this past Legislative Session. This funding will go towards the construction of a new sewer force main for more reliable service and to ensure that there is a backup line in case of emergencies.
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With the end of Interim Committee Week 1, I wanted to share a quick update with all of you.
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Thanks @GovRonDeSantis for your leadership as Florida continues to recover. This vaccine site at Crane Lakes in Volusia will be operating through Monday, providing 4,000 J&J vaccines to seniors age 65 and over!. For updates on vaccines and availability, text FLCovid19 to 888777.
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Special Session begins today! I look forward to working with my colleagues as we fight back against gross overreach by the federal government to #KeepFloridaFree. Watch live at
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Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for prioritizing our first responders, who serve our communities and continue to answer when called upon. After a challenging year, they certainly deserve these bonuses!.@debbie_mayfield @floridachannel.
ICYMI: Watch a press conference with @GovRonDeSantis about bonuses for first responders #MustSeeTFC @debbie_mayfield @SenTomWright @VoteRandyFine Courtesy of @WFTV.
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Volusia Days has been a great opportunity for me to meet with many of my amazing Volusia constituents while they visit our beautiful State Capitol.
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This will have an immediate impact on our efforts to attract high-quality candidates for employers across the state. Thanks to my colleagues in the @FLSenate for unanimously supporting this legislation!.
The Florida Legislature delivered a bold statement creating the nation’s first statewide SkillBridge initiative and reaffirming Florida’s status as the top destination for retiring and separating servicemembers. #FlaPol @TylerSiroisHD51 @SenTomWright.
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It was an honor to join my colleagues for a legislative update at the Tiger Bay Club of Volusia County.
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Pleased to receive an 'A' rating following my first legislative session! Thank you, @FlChamber!
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This week I had the great opportunity to attend Attorney General Ashley Moody's amazing kick off event for her 2022 re-election campaign. I would like to commend AG Moody for the incredible job she has done thus far and look forward to seeing her prosper in her second term.
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It was an honor providing remarks at two events held today in Brevard to honor the heroes who paid the ultimate sacrifice. May we never take for granted the freedoms we all share each and every day.
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It was my honor to work with Representative David Smith this past Legislative Session to secure UCF $1,500,000 for the RESTORES program to help them continue to serve and help first responders dealing with PTSD.
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I earned an A+ on Florida's 2019 Education Report Card. Thanks to everyone who worked with me to provide better educational opportunities for kids! #FLEdReportCard
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Congratulations to @MayorChrisVia of @HollyHill_Fl for the wildly successful, first ever ‘Touch a Truck’ event in your city. All thanks to you and the folks in Holly Hill for putting together such a great community event.
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Today I had the opportunity to join our great Governor Ron DeSantis and many of my fellow legislators at Embry Riddle for the signing of HB 1467. This bill will be giving parents the transparency they deserve when it comes to the reading material available to their children.
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May we remember the lives lost on September 11, 2001. Thank you to the @CityofDeLand first responders for organizing a moving, respectful event this morning. We are all in this together. @DeLandPD
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Today marks the 246th anniversary of the U.S. Navy. Over the last 246 years men and women have joined the U.S. Navy and put there lives on the line to defend this great nation and its citizens. I would like to share my deepest thanks and gratitude to these men and women. Go Navy!.
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It was my pleasure to join many of my colleagues, including Lt. Governor @JeanetteNunezFL, for the Ribbon Cutting of the first half of the new NASA Causeway Bridge. This investment into infrastructure is one step to ensuring that Florida remains the Space Capitol of the World.
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Thank you @GovRonDeSantis for making our current and former servicemembers a priority in Florida!.
Florida is one of the most veteran- and military-friendly states in the nation. Today @GovRonDeSantis signed 3 bills into law to further support the men and women who serve our country. Thank you @SenTomWright and @DannyBurgessFL for standing with our military and veterans!
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In attendance at the Space Coast's 46th Annual Space Congress. My fellow Legislators and I spoke on the current climate of Florida's Space Industry, and how we can improve our workforce to prepare for the future!.@debbie_mayfield @TylerSiroisHD51 @CoachP_CHS @RepThadAltman
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Today, we mourned the loss of Sergeant Tracy Vickers, who passed on Sep. 27, 2019. @FHPOrlando honored this young man's life with a respectful service to both him and his family. He was a veteran of our Navy, and a leader among his fellow Troopers. May Sgt. Vickers Rest in Peace.
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Honoring our veterans and their sacrifices is of utmost importance to me. Today is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day, and I'd like to honor those who defended our country, and those who lost their lives doing so, 77 years ago. Your sacrifice to our great nation will never be forgotten
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On December 7, 1941, the course of our nation’s history was forever changed by the attack on Pearl Harbor. We will never forget the immeasurable sacrifices of our service members on that infamous day. #PearlHarbor
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It was an honor to be invited to attend Lt. Lancaster's transfer to retirement from the Navy after 23 years of service. He and his family are settling in Port Orange.
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Today marked the official start of the 2021 Legislative Session! Proud to have passed 2 more of my bills through committee today, with 3 more up in committee on Thursday. We are off and running, and have much more work to do to serve Floridians the best we can.
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Get the word out!. Today marks the start of this year's Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday!
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I recently had a great time with Cindy, helping to support the great work being done by @HelpFLKids.
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