Florida lawmakers gaveled in Monday for a special session and the War in Israel is top of mind.
Of the five bills moving, three are focused on responding to the war and antisemitic threats here at home.As lawmakers gaveled in, they were reminded of the importance of these issues, hearing directly from a Holocaust survivor.
“Today we cannot and will not remain silent. We cannot standby in the face of the tragic massacre of October 7th,” Shaechter said.Florida lawmakers pass measure to sanction Iran to show support for IsraelHe spoke on a bill lawmakers are pushing that would commit $35 million to help pay for bolstered security at Florida’s Jewish day schools and synagogues.
Lawmakers’ efforts go beyond domestic considerations, with a resolution expressing support for Israel and calling for the defunding of Hamas, Hezbollah, and Iran also on the agenda.
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