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2026 Legislative Slate
As of January 16, 2026
LGBTQ+ EQUALITY
OPPOSE HB 347/SB 426: Continuing the attacks on visibility for the LGBTQ+ and other marginalized communities that resulted in ripped up crosswalks and street murals over the summer, the Pride Flag Ban bill would ban any flags regarding…
Legislation Filed to Restore Freedom in Education, Healthcare
Bills Respond to Trend of Intrusion and Overreach During DeSantis Administration
TALLAHASSEE, FL — Today, lawmakers filed a suite of bills responding to recent policies promoted by Governor DeSantis that undermine personal rights and…
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Event Hosted by Robert Wennett & Mario Cader-Frech Raises $500,000 to Launch HIV Awareness Initiative
Miami Beach, FL — Dec. 1, 2025 — In conjunction with World AIDS Day, Equality Florida is announcing that philanthropists and longtime HIV advocates Robert Wennett and…
Equality Florida Executive Director Nadine Smith to Step Down After 28 Years to Lead Color Of Change
Equality Florida Executive Director Nadine Smith to Step Down After 28 Years to Lead Color Of Change
Equality Florida Co-Founder and Co-Leader Stratton Pollitzer Named Incoming CEO and Executive Director
St. Petersburg, FL — After 28 years at the helm of Equality Florida, co-founder and…
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