2010 Report Card


   
 

 

    

 
   
  The Florida Chamber's Legislative Report Card is more than just a list of grades given to each legislator.  The online version of the 2010 Legislative Report Card offers an in-depth look at how each legislator voted on the issues that matter to your business during this year's session, and is your one-stop source for all the information you need to make an educated decision on Election Day.
   
 

Florida Chamber Names Senator John Thrasher 2010 Most Valuable Legislator
The Florida Chamber of Commerce has named Senator John Thrasher the 2010 Most Valuable Legislator for his leadership on pro-business issues during this year’s Legislative Session. Click here to read the complete release.
 
“It is an honor to receive the Most Valuable Legislator Award from the Florida Chamber,” said Senator Thrasher. “I am proud of the work we have done this year to create jobs and continue positioning Florida as a strong competitor in the global economy and I will keep fighting for the business community in the years to come.”
 
Senator Thrasher is only the second senator to ever receive this honor, which he earned by supporting the Florida Business Agenda with bold education reform, job creation, legal reform, and the streamlining of government systems.
 
The Most Valuable Legislator Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Florida Chamber. It recognizes the legislator who championed pro-business issues and used his or her leadership in the Legislature to strengthen Florida’s economy and business climate, and help create quality jobs for Floridians.  
   
 

Senator Mike Haridopolos Receives Florida Chamber’s Distinguished Advocate Award
 
Florida Chamber Board Member and Chair-Elect
Allan Bense awards Senate President-Designate
Mike Haridopolos with a Distinguished Advocate Award during the Board meeting in Orlando.
At the June Board of Directors meeting in Orlando, the Florida Chamber of Commerce presented Senator Mike Haridopolos with a Distinguished Advocate Award for his extraordinary leadership in promoting pro-business legislation. Senator Haridopolos is one of only 27 legislators recognized as Distinguished Advocates by the Florida Chamber for serving as champions for the business community during this year’s Legislative Session.
“As we lead Florida to a new economy, free enterprise champions like Senator Mike Haridopolos are leading the Florida Legislature in a decidedly pro-jobs direction,” said Mark Wilson, president and CEO of the Florida Chamber of Commerce.
During the 2010 Legislative Session, Senator Haridopolos promoted free enterprise and by keeping entertainment industry jobs in Florida with tax incentives, fought for greater fairness in slip and fall lawsuits, championed key space-related issues, and helped streamline government with a bill that allows legislators to consider the costs and the return on investment of proposed legislation, just as the private sector does.
 
“It is an honor to be named a Distinguished Advocate by the Florida Chamber,” said Senator Haridopolos. “We are working hard to keep Florida competitive in the global marketplace. I will continue fighting to keep Florida a business-friendly state because that is how you create high-skill, high-wage jobs.”
 
Announced annually in the post-session publication, How They Voted, the Distinguished Advocates are recognized for more than voting “yes” or “no” on important legislation. These lawmakers fought tirelessly to protect the interests of the business community with pro-jobs legislation and, courageously, stood up against special interests.

The Florida Chamber Board of Directors applauds the following 2010 Distinguished Advocates for their dedication to Florida’s future:

 

 

  • Senator Thad Altman
  • Senator Carey Baker
  • Senator Mike Bennett
  • Senator Nancy Detert
  • Senator Don Gaetz
  • Senator Rudy Garcia
  • Senator Andy Gardiner
  • Senator Mike Haridopolos
  • Senator Garrett Richter
  • Senator John Thrasher
  • Representative Gary Aubuchon
  • Representative Ellyn Bogdanoff
  • Representative Jennifer Carroll
  • Representative Steve Crisafulli
  • Representative Chris Dorworth
  • Representative Eric Eisnaugle
  • Representative Mike Horner
  • Representative Matt Hudson
  • Representative Dorothy Hukill
  • Representative John Legg
  • Representative Dave Murzin
  • Representative Marlene O’Toole
  • Representative Scott Plakon
  • Representative Ralph Poppell
  • Representative Stephen Precourt
  • Representative Bill Proctor
  • Representative Will Weatherford