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published: Sunday, January 06, 2013

Public has opportunity to speak out

By CHRISTOPHER TUFFLEY

christopher.tuffley@newssun.com

SEBRING -- Florida's first regular legislative session of 2013 begins March 5.

Senators Bill Galvano and Denise Grimsley and Representative Cary Pigman want the public, interested government and agency representatives to be aware the Highlands County Legislative Delegation will be meeting from 9-11 a.m. Friday, Jan. 18 in the boardroom at the Government Center, 600 S. Commerce Ave.

Discussion of issues regarding local legislation for the 2013 Legislative Session will be held at this time, Grimsley said through a press release.

There is a formal, many-stepped process in introducing legislation. The Jan. 18 meeting is not the first step.

To be considered, a proposed bill must be presented to the delegation in draft form, and it must be accompanied by a supporting resolution from the local government. In addition, the proposed bill must be delivered to Grimsley's office, at 205 S. Commerce Ave., Suite A, by end of business Wednesday.

If those who wish to speak before the delegation have hand-outs for the commissioners, bring eight copies of each item to Grimsley's office by Wednesday.

A public hearing is part of the Jan. 18 meeting. Individuals are invited to address the delegation on state issues of concern.

If you have questions or wish to be put on the agenda, e-mail Larry Ford at ford.larry@flsenate.gov -- or phone 386-6000.