We did it! Bad proposal fails after 7,500+ Auduboners speak out. |
Today, Audubon-opposed Proposal 95 was voted down in the Florida Constitutional Revision Commission’s Local Government Committee after more than 7,500 Audubon supporters spoke out against this bad idea. If passed, this harmful proposal would stand in the way of local environmental protections- putting habitats for birds and wildlife at risk. The sponsor of Prop 95 made it clear that he understands the concerns and doesn't support the proposal in its current form after strong pressure from Audubon and other organizations.
However, we expect the sponsor to continue working on the proposal, and an amended version may be brought to the full CRC for a vote. Audubon will remain diligent in watching Prop 95 and other proposals that impact Florida’s land and water resources. Help keep the petition going. Just in case Prop 95 comes back up, we want a strong showing of opposition to eliminating local governments’ ability to protect Florida’s special places. Sign today and share with your friends and family.
The CRC meets every 20 years to examine and propose changes to the Florida Constitution. Commissioners are appointed by the Governor, President of the Florida Senate, Speaker of the Florida House, and the Florida Supreme Court Chief Justice. The Attorney General also automatically serves on the CRC. The CRC is currently meeting to develop and recommend changes to the Florida Constitution. Any proposals that pass the CRC's final vote will be placed on the general election ballot (November 6, 2018) and must win at least 60 percent voter approval to become law. |
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