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In a recent episode of Catholics Across the Aisle, FCCB Executive Director Michael Sheedy talks with Ingrid Delgado, associate director for social concerns/respect life; Ken Kniepmann, associate for health; and Mike Barrett, associate for education. During these discussions, the associates highlight key topics and bills for the 2021 legislative session in their respective areas of work. Listen to the full episode on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and Stitcher. 

The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops thanks Governor Ron DeSantis for signing into law SB 404, a bill that requires parental consent before a minor has an abortion. This common-sense measure simply holds abortion to the same consent requirements as most every other medical decision involving a child, including simple interventions such as taking an aspirin or getting ears pierced.

The FCCB has identified its public policy priorities for the 2020 Legislative Session, set to begin January 14. Key issues of concern are identified under the advocacy areas of life, education, health care, and family & social concerns.