Randy Fine in FL legislative records

On Abortion: Ban most abortions after six weeks instead of fifteen

ACLU-FL testimony in opposition: If passed, nearly all abortions would be illegal after 6 weeks, before many women even know they are pregnant, or if they are aware, before they are able to satisfy the state-mandated requirement of two appointments with the doctor separated by at least 24 hours.

Governor's press release in favor 4/13: "We are proud to support life and family in the state of Florida. I applaud the Legislature for passing the Heartbeat Protection Act that expands pro-life protections and provides additional resources for young mothers and families."

Legislative Outcome: Passed Senate 26-13-1 on Apr/3/23; passed House 70-40-9 on Apr/13/23; State Rep. Fine voted YES; signed by Gov. DeSantis on Apr/13/23.

On Crime: No need for jury unanimity to impose capital punishment

ACLU-Florida summary in opposition, 2/9: Ends the requirement for unanimous juries in death penalty cases, and allows the imposition of death based on as few as 8 jurors. Allows judges to override a jury's recommendation of a life sentence and instead impose death. Florida will be one of only 2 states that impose death on people without requiring a unanimous jury--a foolish idea for a state that already leads the nation in exonerations of those on death row.

Governor's press release in favor, 4/20: "Once a defendant in a capital case is found guilty by a unanimous jury, one juror should not be able to veto a capital sentence," said Governor Ron DeSantis.

Legislative Outcome: Passed Senate 29-10-1 on Mar/30/23; passed House 80-30-9 on Apr/13/23; Rep. Fine voted YES; signed by Gov. DeSantis on Apr/20/23.

On Education: Expands school choice program; ends financial requirements

ACLU-FL in opposition:  Defunds our public schools and diverts billions of public taxpayer dollars to mostly private Christian religious schools that lack standards of accountability and have a history of discriminating against LGBTQ+ students, students of minority religions, and students with disabilities.

Governor's P.R. in favor 3/27:Florida is number one when it comes to education freedom and education choice, and today's bill signing represents the largest expansion of education choice in the history of the US. When you combine private scholarships, charter schools, and district choice, Florida already has 1.3 million students attending a school of their choosing.

Legislative Outcome:Passed House 83-27-9 on Mar/17; Rep. Fine co-sponsored & voted YES; passed Senate 26-12-2 on Mar/23; signed by Gov.DeSantis on Mar/27/23.

On Education: Restrict teaching sexual orientation/gender identity

Summary by NPR (3/28/22): The bill, which some opponents have called "Don't Say Gay," was signed by DeSantis. It reads, "Classroom instruction by school personnel or third parties on sexual orientation or gender identity may not occur in kindergarten through grade 3 or in a manner that is not age-appropriate or developmentally appropriate for students in accordance with state standards."

Legislative outcome: Passed House 69-47-3 on Feb/24/22; State Rep. Randy Fine co-sponsored and voted YES; passed Senate 22-17-0 on Mar/8/22; Signed by Governor Ron DeSantis on Mar/28/22

On Government Reform: Enact restrictions on vote-by-mail

Summary by Brennan Center (4/30/21): The 48-page law makes a slew of changes to Florida elections, including making voter registration more difficult, modifying rules for observers in ways that could disrupt election administration, and restricting the ability to provide snacks and water to voters waiting in line.

Legislative Outcome: Passed Senate 23-17-0 on Apr/26/21; State Rep. Randy Fine voted YES; Passed House 77-40-3 on Apr/29/21; Signed by Governor Ron DeSantis May/6/21

On Government Reform: Allow statewide prosecutor to investigate election crimes

ACLU-Florida testimony in opposition, 2/9: To expand OSP's jurisdiction and increase the already significant resources allocated to that office risks that returning citizens [those exiting prison after serving their sentences] will continue to be arrested, prosecuted, and ensnared in the criminal legal system for honest mistakes about their eligibility. It also risks intimidating returning citizens who are eligible to vote.

Legislative Outcome: Passed Senate 27-12-1 on Feb/8/23; passed House 77-33-9 on Feb/10/23; Rep. Randy Fine voted YES; signed by Governor Ron DeSantis on Feb/15/23.

On Gun Control: Voted YES on new gun control after high school shooting

NRA-ILA opposition: 

The Florida Senate will take up SB-7026, a bill that punishes gun owners, which includes:
1. Makes it a felony for any person under 21 to purchase any firearm either privately or from a dealer.
2. Minimum 3-Day Waiting Period on ALL FIREARMS.
3. Every year it confiscates 10% of the license fees paid by CW license holders to pay for the care of victims of mass shootings.

Legislative Outcome: Passed Senate 20-18-0 on Mar/5/18; State Rep. Randy Fine voted YES; Passed House 67-50-3 on Mar/7/18; Signed by Governor Rick Scott on Mar/9/18

On Immigration: Create program to transport unauthorized aliens within US

ACLU-Florida testimony in opposition, 2/9: This bill seeks to reestablish an abhorrent program through a different state agency. Because last year's "relocation program" faces several legal challenges, the Governor is now seeking to repeal the original program and create a new one via a different funding stream. This bill wastes taxpayers' money [by] expelling migrant families costing taxpayers millions, including both the private flight costs and legal fees. This Bill hurts families [such as those sent to Martha's Vineyard last year [who] arrived with no food, water, or shelter.

Legislative Outcome: Passed Senate 27-2-1 on Feb/8; passed House 77-34-8 on Feb/10; Rep. Randy Fine voted YES; signed by Gov.DeSantis on Feb/15.