Legislative Advocacy

WHAT YOUR ELECTED OFFICIALS ARE ADVOCATING FOR ON YOUR BEHALF


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Traffic congestion at the intersection of 163 Street & Biscayne Boulevard

 

  Passed a resolution advocating for the scope of the Northeast Corridor project to be amended to include a study of viable roadway improvements. These improvements aim to address the impact of increased Brightline train activity at the intersection of 163 Street and Biscayne Boulevard, facilitating the free flow of east-west traffic while accommodating increased railway usage. 

Read Resolution		  City Manager
Immigration Enforcement

 

  Passed a resolution in support of Senate Bill 2-C, which seeks to enhance public safety by strengthening the enforcement of federal and state immigration laws to ensure community security and compliance with legal residency requirements.

Read Resolution		  Mayor Svechin
Prohibiting Smoking & Vaping in Public Places  Passed a resolution in support of Senate Bill 226, which seeks to protect public health by prohibiting smoking and vaping in public places, including parks, beaches, and other common areas. The bill also revises definitions and expands protections against secondhand smoke exposure by including marijuana products and vaping devices in its prohibitions.

Read Resolution		  Commissioner Joseph
Sovereign Immunity  Passed a resolution opposing Florida House Bill 301, which proposes to raise sovereign immunity limits to $1 million per person and $3 million per incident, with further increases over time. These changes could lead to increased litigation against the City, imposing additional financial burdens.

Read Resolution		  Commissioner Viscarra

 

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