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RitaForFlorida
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Proud to serve Florida House District 44.
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 7h
On my way back home but you know I had to stop into The Bee! 🐝
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 9h
Boosting this weekly event!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 11h
Everyone deserves a seat at the table. 🌍🍽️
This #WorldFoodDay, let’s fight hunger, support local food drives, and lift each other up
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Florida Freedom to Read Project @flfreedomread.bsky.social · 1d
Update: Even fewer restrictions

We had to update this graphic because of a miscalculation based on an average instead of actual.

Out of approximately 174,500 students, there were only 38 with parental restrictions. That’s far lower than the number you get when using the 0.01% average.
Student Library Access 25/26 Q1 Data Default Full Access Unrestricted 99.99% Limited Access 0.01% No Access 0% The seven reporting districts included in these numbers are Alachua, Bradford, Calhoun, Franklin, Lafayette, Lake, and Polk. Four of the seven reported 100% of their students still had full access to the library at the end of the quarter. The total student population represented is approximately 174,500; however, the actual total number of restrictions across the seven districts is 38 and not 1,745 (which is based on the average percentage). Default No Access Sarasota: Default- No Access 7.3% Selected-Full Access 91.8% Selected- Limited Access .37% Selected- No Access .39% Hernando Default- No access 48.44% Selected-Full Access 81.08% Selected- Limited Access 17.38% Selected- No Access .72% The two districts reporting serve approximately 74,300 students. In Hernando County alone, 11,685 students have not been allowed to check out a library book due to a missing parent permission slip. This is the second year where Hernando has required a form to access the library despite 10,084 of the 12,437 returned parent permission forms grant children full access to the library. They've created an unnecessary barrier to entry.
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 1d
Early morning committee! 🙌
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 2d
Loved seeing @chefjoemar at the Alianza Center event! He’s always a ray of sunshine!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 2d
Good Morning from the Florida Capitol!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 3d
Indigenous Peoples’ Day is a time to celebrate the vibrant cultures, languages, and resilience of Native communities who have shaped our state and our nation. Let’s honor their legacy by listening, learning, and standing in solidarity.
#IndigenousPeoplesDay
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 3d
Celebrity sighting at the FSALC Branch 1091 Annual Picnic! ✉️
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 4d
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 4d
Loved spending the evening with @alianzacenter at their 4th Annual Hispanic Heritage & Awards Gala! Loved seeing @zjulio67 and @nancyrosado34 get their flowers! 💐
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 5d
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 5d
Yesterday was World Inclusion Day, a reminder that really are stronger, more creative, more resilient, and more innovative when we are together!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 5d
It was wonderful to meet with Ask About Care, an organization looking for ways to shine the light on caregivers to ensure they are also getting the care they need!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 6d
Thank you, @repmaxwellfrost, for this event to let the people of Central Florida know what is on the line of these cuts to the ACA are allowed to happen. Big shout out to my friend and constituents, Dr. Cochran-Jordaan for giving insight into what medical providers are seeing.
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 6d
Shameless pics of the grand kitty, who is interestingly named Odin (iykyk)! Times are hard and we are all anxious in some way so I believe in time line cleansers from time to time!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 6d
Today, and every day, your mental health matters. Take a moment to check in with yourself, reach out to someone you trust, and remember that you are not alone. #MentalHealthMatters
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 6d
I may be in Tally but that didn't stop our team from attending the City of Orlando Hispanic Heritage Month Community Celebration! 🎉
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 7d
Happy Paula, from the team, could take at National Night Out while we were up in Tallahassee for committees!
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 7d
So wonderful to connect with THEE Judy Mount. Committee Weeks and Session are not the same without her.
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 8d
October is LGBTQ+ History Month: a time to recognize the powerful legacy of queer activists, artists, and everyday people who shaped history. From the Stonewall riots to marriage equality and beyond, LGBTQ+ history is history.
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 9d
🍂 Want to spend a gorgeous fall day meeting neighbors, celebrating community, and helping make a difference? Join Team Rita at the Hunters Creek Fall Fest and help us at our table!

Sign up here: bit.ly/HCFallFest2025

Bring your smile, your energy, and maybe a pumpkin spice latte. 😉✨
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 9d
Thus weekend we stopped by the Central Florida Grassroots Progressives Monthly Meeting! It was great seeing everyone! 💙
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 10d
South Creek glow-up time! 💪✨
Join us Saturday, Oct 25, 2025, 10 AM–12 PM at South Creek Library for a community cleanup. We’ll bring the bags—you bring the good vibes! 🙌

bit.ly/RitaFallClea...
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RitaForFlorida @ritaforflorida.bsky.social · 10d
Domestic Violence Awareness Month is a time to stand with survivors, support families, and recommit to building safer communities. Everyone deserves to feel safe in their own home. 💜 #DVAM #EndDomesticViolence #HD44
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