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Florida Lawmakers: Stop Political Repression – Vote NO on SB 1632/HB 1471
No matter where Floridians fall on the ideological spectrum, everyone's rights could be at risk. That's because SB 1632/HB 1471 also purports to expand criminal liability and civil penalties for people accused of associating with, working for, or "promoting" a designated group – even when they are engaged in constitutionally protected speech and advocacy. With language this vague, the bills would invite arbitrary enforcement and political retaliation.
Florida already has laws to investigate and prosecute actual criminal wrongdoing. This legislation is unnecessary, invites abuse, and doesn't make Floridians safer. The most oppressive chapters of our history show what happens when government invokes sweeping "security" powers: they are used to target disfavored communities, political opponents of those in power, and movements for social change.
These bills threaten our freedom of speech, belief, and association – rights that are core to our democracy. We must act now.
Tell your legislators: Vote NO on SB 1632/HB 1471. Stop this dangerous attempt to expand government power and protect Floridians' constitutional rights.
Send your message below and urge your lawmakers to reject SB 1632/HB 1471.
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