[Flagdu] good news, and a big thank you

[Marion Gwizdala]

Sherrill,
    I am very proud of the Florida Awssociation of Gide dog Users! Though I 
am a bit biased, FLAGDU is certainly one of our model affiliate divisions!

Fraternally yours,
Marion


----- Original Message ----- 
From: "Sherrill O'Brien" <sherrill.obrien at verizon.net>
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Sent: Friday, March 16, 2012 12:58 PM
Subject: [Flagdu] good news, and a big thank you


> Hello to all,
>
> As President of our Guide Dog Users division, I want to thank everyone who
> cared enough to take the time to call your state senator and/or
> representative to educate them about hB1077 and especially SB1382. Though
> the latter bill passed the Senate, it died in the House, as it was not
> brought to the floor. So, to paraphrase the Wizard of Oz, dingdong, the 
> bill
> is dead!
>
> Of course, next year, we will need to be vigilant and begin early, after
> elections, to work toward ensuring that any similar proposed bills contain
> measures and language which will help all guide dog users in Florida,
> including making sure the definition of a service animal is in conformance
> with the DOJ.
>
> Again, FLAGDU appreciates your help, and at least we can rest easy till 
> next
> year, knowing the goat someone tries to bring to the shopping mall is
> definitely not a service animal! Though it may seem amusing, but it is 
> truly
> an important distinction for those who choose to use a guide dog. And we
> certainly know we can count on your help next year if that becomes
> necessary.
>
> Sherrill O'Brien
> President, Florida Association of Guide Dog Users
>
>
>
>
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