The House Overwhelmingly Passes Redistricting Plans
The House Completes Two of Three Constitutional Duties

Source: Florida House of Representatives
Office of Speaker Tom Feeney
March 6, 2002

TALLAHASSEE - Today, the Florida House of Representatives completed the second of three constitutionally mandated duties set forth for the Legislature.

"The Florida House has maintained our focus on serving the constituents of Florida. Over 70% of House members vote in favor of the State House / State Senate proposal on redistricting today, a true bi-partisan accomplishment. I'm incredibly proud of all of our members of the House," said House Speaker Tom Feeney.

The Florida House voted to pass the proposed Congressional Redistricting plan by 78 to 36. Then, with overwhelming bi-partisan support, the Florida House voted to pass the State House / State Senate Redistricting proposal by a final vote of 86 - 32.