Legislature
Tallahassee, FL
June 24-28, 2013
Senior 4-H’ers come together to develop their skills debating, analyzing legislation, and speaking publically all while making new friends and having a whole lot of fun. At this civic education event, youth write bills, then act as lobbyists, Representatives, or Senators to pass the bills through committee and then present, and debate, them on the Capitol House or Senate Floor. They have the opportunity to debate issues and experience the legislative process hands-on while having a great time with their friends!Legislature is traditionally open to Senior 4-H’ers ages 14 to 18 as of September 1 of the current 4-H year, this year 13 year olds will be permitted to attend.
2013 Registration Available April 1st-May 3
Cost is $225.00
- Register on 4-H Online: Click here for instructions to register. Or, visit the 4-H Online page for more information. Please contact your county agent for assistance.
- Submit an up to date Participation form
Preparing for Legislature
- 2013 Legislature Manual 1 - Provides procedures and guidelines for the Florida 4-H Legislature program.
- 2013 Legislature Manual 2 - Bills and Lobby Groups
- 4-H Legislature Adult Orientation Video
- Sources of Information for Bill Research
Help from Last Year – LEGISLATURE 2012
Program Questions:
Registration Questions:
Jordan Callaham
(352) 846-4444
Important Dates:
- April 5:
Registration Opens - Extended to May 3:
Online Registration Closes - June 1:
Payments Due
Participation and Agent
Responsibility Forms Due - June 8:
Last day for 50% registration fee refund and substitutions.
2012 Legislature Times:
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
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