Randy Fine’s bill to ban flags with a ‘political viewpoint’ from government sites clears first committee stop

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Push to ban Pride, Black Lives Matter flags on public buildings in Florida renewed by GOP

Florida lawmakers are again considering banning Pride and Black Lives Matter flags at schools and other government buildings.

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Florida bill could ban certain flags, let soldiers use ‘reasonable force’ to protect U.S. flag

One of the latest bills filed ahead of the upcoming Florida Legislative session could change state rules regarding how flags are displayed.That bill — SB 100 — was filed back in December by state Sen. Randy Fine (R-19), who has also introduced three other bills so far for this year. It was approved this week by a Legislative committee chaired by Fine.According to the text, the bill would prohibit “governmental entities” — such as local governmen…

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Randy Fine’s bill to ban flags with a ‘political viewpoint’ from government sites clears first committee stop

After an hour of comments from residents who overwhelmingly opposed it, Republican Sen. Randy Fine’s latest attempt to ban Pride flags and other banners with a “political viewpoint” from public buildings advanced on a party-line vote. The Senate Governmental Oversight and Accountability Committee voted 5-2 for the bill (SB 100), despite criticism from Democratic members Kristen Arrington and Tina Polsky that even after three years, the legislati…

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Florida Legislative Bill Seeks to Regulate Flag Displays in Government Entities

As Florida’s legislative session approaches, a newly filed bill could bring significant changes to how flags are displayed in public spaces. Senate Bill 100 (SB 100), introduced in December by State Senator Randy Fine (R-19), recently received approval from a legislative committee that he chairs. The bill aims to standardize flag displays across governmental entities, including local governments, public schools, and universities. Key Provisions …

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Senator Randy Fine Pushes Pride Flag Ban Bill Through Committee He Chairs; Thousands Speak Out In Opposition