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Political Action

THE LEGISLATURE AND PUBLIC EDUCATION

The FEA’s Public Policy Advocacy department supports the Union’s efforts to strengthen public schools, colleges and universities through federal and state legislation and policies.

Standing Up to a Hostile Governor and Legislature

FEA works constantly to protect public schools by maintaining a permanent presence at the state capitol, employing full-time lobbyists to continually monitor the legislative process and advocate for laws that achieve gains for teachers, education support professionals, higher education faculty members, retirees and students working in public education. This work is among the cornerstones of FEA’s lobbying efforts.

Organizing Members to Fight for Our Public Schools

FEA, in conjunction with local affiliates, uses its members as a force at the capitol. FEA organizes rallies
and protests, wages member contact campaigns into targeted legislators’ offices via phones, emails and
personal visits and prepares members to testify before legislative committees.

Electing Candidates Who Stand Up for Our Schools and Our Jobs

FEA engages in both member and public communication advocating for specific candidates and issues in both
state and federal elections in Florida as a means of trying to shape legislative priorities.

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