Florida Supreme Court approves amendment language leaving the issue to voters for the upcoming 2024 elections and allows a six-week ban on abortion to take effect
During every Florida Legislative Session, the ACLU of Florida works to accomplish positive reforms for civil liberties and civil rights and defend every Floridians' rights. Our legislative priorities this year cover a broad array of civil liberties issues including, criminal justice reform, LGBT rights, immigrant's rights, reproductive rights, religious liberty, and voting rights.
May open the door for civil lawsuits for damages against pregnant person who terminated their pregnancy or miscarried or against health care provider providing abortion care.
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Jan 16, 2024
SB 1519
Jan 16, 2024
SB 1519
SB 1519 - Abortion Ban From Moment of Fertilization
Bans all abortions in Florida beginning at the moment of fertilization. Removes existing exceptions for rape, incest, and human trafficking. Redefines “person” to include the moment of fertilization and...
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Jan 16, 2024
SB 1598/HB 1527
Jan 16, 2024
SB 1598/HB 1527
HB 1527/SB 1598 - Welcoming Florida Act
Immigrants' Rights
Position: Support
Repealing harmful legislation negatively impacting immigrants. Ensuring that Floridian residents are able to access healthcare, employment, education, and driver licenses regardless of where they were born...
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Jan 16, 2024
HB 49/SB 1596
Jan 16, 2024
HB 49/SB 1596
HB 49/SB 1596 - Abolishing Certain Longstanding Child Labor Protections
Immigrants' Rights
Position: Oppose
Removes child labor protections meant to protect young people working in Florida, disproportionately impacting marginalized communities. Allows employers to schedule 16 and 17-year-olds for unlimited hours...