Tag: national rifle association
Nikki Fried Looks Back on Her First Year in Tallahassee
“Serving as Florida’s twelfth Commissioner of Agriculture has been the greatest honor of my life,” said Fried.
News From Around Florida
A Mandatory Moment of Silence Bill introduced in Tallahassee, the NRA challenges Florida law on the age limit to buy guns, and seniors and millennials are adding to Florida’s growth in registered voters.
Florida Attorney General Criticized by Media For Arguing Against Gun Ban Proposal Language
A recent Orlando Sentinel editorial slammed state Attorney General Ashley Moody for her opposition to the language for a proposed amendment to the Florida Constitution banning certain rifles.
Gun Control Lobby Takes on Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody
In the wake of recent mass shootings in Texas and Ohio, Florida gun control groups are seeing a clear path for further gun restrictions in the Sunshine State.
Democrats Want to Expand Florida’s Red Flag Law After Mass Shootings in Texas and...
In the aftermath of the mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton this past weekend, two Democrats in the Florida Legislature are renewing the fight for a “red flag” law--and citing prominent Republicans in their effort.
NRA Membership Grows to Highest Ever
While the organization does not release its official membership numbers, NRA CEO Wayne LaPierre said, as of this month, the group has around 5.5 million members.
Hurricane Recovery, Endorsements Top Issues in North Florida State House Special Election
The legislative session and the Jacksonville mayoral elections aren’t the only political dramas in North Florida these days as candidates battle it out in the special election for an open state House seat.
Florida Democrats Showcase New Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried
Fried’s team presented her as an “advocate for children, schools, and medical marijuana, taking office with a bold agenda” and listed out several of her priorities.
