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Florida League of Cities recognizes 36 lawmakers as Home Rule champions

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The Florida League of Cities is recognizing 36 Florida lawmakers for their dedication to ensuring home rule powers of local governments. Home rule allows local cities and counties to function with limited interference at the state level. Pinellas County area state Sen. Jack Latvala is included in the group. The League of Cities had previously announced that and two other lawmakers, state Sen. Chris Smith and state Rep. George Moraitis, were awarded the League of Cities Defender of Home Rule Award. The…

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Pinellas’ Jack Latvala lauded as Home Rule hero

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Three state lawmakers have been recognized by the Florida League of Cities for their dedication to ensuring localities are able to function without too much state interference. Among the recipients is Pinellas County state Sen. Jack Latvala. He is one of three recipients of the League of Cities Defender of Home Rule Award. Fort Lauderdale state Sen. Chris Smith and state Rep. George Moraitis were also awarded. “Florida’s cities are grateful for the consistent support provided by Senator Latvala, Senator Smith and Representative Moraitis. These lawmakers…

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