Politics
Lawmaker Provides Legislative Wrap-Up Tuesday Evening
Florida Rep. Wengay Newton, D-St. Petersburg, whose district includes portions of Palmetto, Bradenton and Sarasota, is offering an informational wrap-up on the state Legislature's recently concluded 2017 session.
Florida Rep. Wengay Newton, D-St. Petersburg, whose district includes portions of Palmetto, Bradenton and Sarasota, is offering an informational wrap-up on the state Legislature's recently concluded legislative session at 6 p.m. Tuesday, May 16, at the Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center, 525 Kumquat Court, Sarasota. In particular, Newton will focus on the Legislature's actions on education, Medicaid, the juvenile justice system and access to affordable housing.