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Legislative: Time is of the Essence (Capitol Days Feb 3-4)
January 26, 2026 [ Florida > Legislative > News ]Thank you for your continued engagement as we move deeper into the 2026 Legislative Session. As bills begin moving through the committee process—some gaining momentum, others facing resistance—it is clear that time is not on our side. We are now approaching read more >
National Convention 2026: Band, Color Guard & JROTC Contest Information (Louisville)
January 22, 2026 [ Florida > News ]The American Legion is gearing up for the 107th National Convention in Louisville, Kentucky, taking place August 28 – September 3, 2026. If your Post or community has a band, color guard, and/or JROTC unit that may be interested in read more >
Weekly Reports for January 22, 2026
[ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
Mobility Scooter Distribution Ceremony Tomorrow for Florida Veterans
January 20, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Tomorrow, The American Legion, Department of Florida will proudly host a Mobility Scooter Distribution Ceremony for our deserving veterans—made possible through the remarkable generosity of Jack Kump and Joan Wheeler. This milestone marks more than a decade of unwavering support, read more >
Nicholas Bazan
[ Florida > Post Everlasting ]Nicholas Bazan passed away on January 14, 2026. Nick was a Vietnam War veteran who served in the U.S. Air Force and a proud member of Babcock Ranch Post 415.
Weekly Reports for January 15, 2026
January 15, 2026 [ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary
2026 Florida Legislative Session
January 13, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Today marks the opening day of the 2026 Florida Legislative Session, and as we begin, it appears we may once again be in for extra innings. With Property Tax reform and the possibility of Redistricting being added to the agenda, read more >
Bay Pines VA Hosting Nursing Recruitment Fair Jan. 24
[ Florida > News ]Bay Pines, FL — Bay Pines VA Healthcare System will host a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Nursing Assistant, and Health Care Technician Recruitment Fair and invites qualified candidates to learn more about career opportunities serving America’s Veterans. The hiring event read more >
Local Philanthropists Donate Mobility Scooters to Veterans in Need
January 8, 2026 [ Florida > News ]Providing over a decade of mobility for Florida’s Veterans Orlando, January 21, 2026 – In an inspiring act of generosity, Jack Kump and Joan Wheeler, philanthropists from Ormond Beach, Florida, are transforming the lives of deserving Florida veterans through the read more >
Weekly Reports for January 8, 2026
[ Florida > News > Weekly Reports ]LEGION REPORTS Department Membership Summary Post Membership Summary SAL REPORTS Detachment Membership Summary Squadrons Membership Summary