Legislative News
Advocating for Florida’s Veterans
The American Legion, Department of Florida is committed to ensuring the voices of Florida’s veterans, their families, and our communities are heard at every level of government.
Our Legislative Team monitors issues that affect veterans and The American Legion, tracks legislation throughout the Florida Legislative Session, and works with elected officials to advance the priorities of our members. But effective advocacy takes all of us.
Use this page to stay informed on legislative priorities, follow important bills and updates, respond to calls for action, and learn how you can help advocate for Florida’s veterans. Whether contacting your legislators from home or joining fellow Legionnaires at the Capitol, your voice can make a difference.
Stay informed. Take action. Be the voice for Florida’s veterans.
News & Updates
- Florida Recognizes August 7 as Purple Heart Day – Update 08/08/2026
- Important Reminder Regarding Electronic Fundraising Activities – Update 06/17/2026
- Thank You for Answering the Call! – Update 05/27/26
- Immediate Action Needed to Support Boys State and Girls State Funding – Update 05/26/2026
- Call to Action: Boys State / Girls State Funding – Update 03/11/2026
- Entering the Final Week of Regular Session – Update 03/06/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 03/06/2026
- Week 7 Update: Conference and the Final Stretch – Update 02/24/2026
- VA Halts Enforcement of Proposed Rule – Update 02/20/2026
- CTA: Opposing VA rule on medication – Update 02/19/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 02/13/2026
- Week 5 Update: Action Needed – Update 02/13/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 02/06/2026
- Momentum in Tallahassee – Update 02/06/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 01/30/2026
- Important Capitol Days Reminder – Update 01/30/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 01/26/2026
- Time is of the Essence – Update 01/26/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 01/13/2026
- 2026 Florida Legislative Session Opening Day – Update 01/13/2026
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 12/29/2025
- Preparing for the 2026 Session – Update 12/29/2025
- Call to Action: Protect Charitable Fundraising Opportunities for Our Posts – Update 11/13/2025
- Grassroots Action Center – Tell Congress to Fully Fund the Government – Update 10/08/2025
- Gaming and Gambling Compliance Notice – Update 08/13/2025
- Legislative Update – Service Dogs Assisting Veterans (SAVES) Act – Update 08/13/2025
- URGENT Action Needed – Update 06/04/2025
- WE NEED YOU – Update 05/05/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 04/29/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 04/22/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 04/14/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 04/07/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 03/31/2025
- Visit Preparation – Update 03/31/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 03/26/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 03/18/2025
- Legislative Bill Tracking – Update 03/11/2025
- SAVE THE DATE: April 2, 2025
