Election & Political Law

In the Media: Amendment would change Florida politics | Cotterell
Tallahassee Democrat|March 2020

In the Media: Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 3.20.20
Florida Politics|March 2020

In the Media: Florida voters will decide whether to end partisan primaries
The Fulcrum|March 2020

In the Media: Florida voters get to decide on who votes in primaries
Tampa Bay Times|March 2020

In the Media: Florida primary election overhaul set for November ballot
Daytona Beach News - Journal|March 2020

In the Media: Florida voters to decide whether to make more primary elections competitive
Miami Herald|March 2020

In the Media: Our View: Voting sans party
The Ledger |February 2020

Publications: Another View: Don’t force voters into parties
The Ledger|February 2020|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: Election season is here, and these are the dates you need to know ...
Election & Political Law Report |February 2020|Glenn Burhans, Jr., Bridget Smitha

Events: Ready to Run: Launching Your Campaign
Florida Association of Women Lawyers (FAWL) Lobby Days |January 2020|Bridget Smitha, Gigi Rollini

In the Media: Amendment radically reshaping Florida primaries gets spot on ballot pending judicial approval
Tallahassee Democrat|December 2019

In the Media: Democracy in Florida needs a reset. Let all voters vote in primary elections. | Editorial
South Florida Sun Sentinel|December 2019

In the Media: Florida Supreme Court asked to approve proposal to let all voters vote in primary
Miami Herald|December 2019

In the Media: Florida Supreme Court weighs opening state’s closed primaries
Tampa Bay Times|December 2019

In the Media: Florida Supreme Court reviews ballot initiative to open state primaries
WTXL Tallahassee|December 2019

In the Media: Winner and Loser of the Week in Florida politics — Week of November 25
Florida Politics|December 2019

Publications: Burhans: Proposal lets all voters vote
Sarasota Herald-Tribune|October 2019|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 10.3.19
Florida Politics|October 2019

In the Media: Facing Facts
Sunrise: A Florida Politics Podcast|October 2019

In the Media: Florida's first family flies the friendly skies — Moody takes aim at open primary amendment — Pelosi heads to Sunshine State — Big turnout at funeral of Florida veteran
Politico|October 2019

In the Media: Ashley Moody closed to open primaries proposal
Florida Politics|October 2019

In the Media: All Voters Vote claims open primaries court challenge based on fear
WFTS Tampa Bay|October 2019

In the Media: Florida Attorney General calls open primaries amendment ‘misleading’
Tampa Bay Times|October 2019

In the Media: Welcome to the jungle: Should Florida have open primaries?
10 News|October 2019

In the Media: Fl Democrats, Republicans unite against amendment allowing independents to vote in primary elections
Florida Phoenix|October 2019

In the Media: Florida GOP balks at open primaries proposal
Florida Politics|October 2019

In the Media: All Voters Vote Ballot Initiative Looks to End Florida's Closed Party Primary System
WGCU Southwest Florida|September 2019

In the Media: Florida economists, open primary supporters clash over projected costs
Tallahassee Democrat|September 2019

In the Media: 8/23/19 Financial Impact Estimating Conference: Public Workshop – All Voters Vote in Primary Elections for State Legislature, Governor, and Cabinet
The Florida Channel|August 2019

In the Media: 6 Big Fights Against Voter Suppression That Neither Party Wants You To Know About
Independent Voter News|August 2019

In the Media: Mystery money boosts campaign to limit Florida ballot measures
Tampa Bay Times|August 2019

Publications: Closed primaries disenfranchise 3.7 million Florida voters. Let all voters vote. | Opinion
South Florida Sun-Sentinel|August 2019|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: Ballot measure would temper both parties | Bill Cotterell
Pensacola News Journal|August 2019

In the Media: Florida healthcare executive funding campaign to open primary elections to all voters
Orlando Weekly|August 2019

In the Media: Another $704K backs primary election proposal
Florida Politics|August 2019

In the Media: Open primaries would strip Floridians’ constitutional rights. Supporters want to abolish party primaries. | Opinion
Sun Sentinel|August 2019

In the Media: Ballot measure would temper both parties
Tallahassee Democrat|August 2019

In the Media: All Voters Vote' Initiative Looks To Overhaul Florida Primaries. Would It Change Campaigns, Too?
WFSU Public Media |August 2019

In the Media: 8/1/19 Financial Impact Estimating Conference: Public Workshop – All Voters Vote in Primary Elections for State Legislature, Governor, and Cabinet
The Florida Channel|August 2019

In the Media: State Estimators Weigh Fiscal Impact Of 'All Voters Vote' Ballot Proposal
WFSU Public Media |August 2019

In the Media: Thursday Briefing: Grades 7 and 8 Schedule Pick-Ups at ITMS, Hurricane Prep with the Lord, Staly’s Lifetime Award
Flagler Live|August 2019

In the Media: Should you be allowed to vote for any candidate you want in the primary election?
NBC-2|July 2019

In the Media: Four petition proposals halfway to qualifying for 2020 ballot, including $15 minimum wage, energy choice
The Center Square|July 2019

In the Media: Tryon: Open-primary initiatives reflect voting trends
Herald Tribune|July 2019

In the Media: Paid petition-gatherers says Florida registration website plagued with problems
Tallahassee Democrat|July 2019

In the Media: Here are the Florida citizen ballot measures you just might get to vote on in 2020
Florida Phoenix|July 2019

In the Media: Sunburn — The morning read of what’s hot in Florida politics — 7.11.19
Florida Politics|July 2019

In the Media: 3 Florida Ballot Proposals Dominate Signature Gathering
WLRN|July 2019

In the Media: 3 ballot proposals dominate signature gathering
FOX35|July 2019

In the Media: ‘Open primaries’ effort has now raised more than $6 million for initiative campaign
Florida Politics|July 2019

In the Media: New restrictions begin for citizen initiatives
Politico|July 2019

In the Media: Ballot Initiative Pushes For Jungle Primaries In Florida
WFSU Public Media|July 2019

In the Media: Signatures may be enough to get open primary question on Florida's 2020 ballot
FOX 4|June 2019

In the Media: Brent Batten: Phantom candidates will continue to haunt election season
Naples Daily News|June 2019

In the Media: Election, assault weapon proposals ready for court
FOX 35|June 2019

In the Media: Election, assault weapon proposals ready for court
News4Jax|June 2019

In the Media: Election, assault weapon proposals ready for court
Panama City News Herald|June 2019

In the Media: Off to court: Open primaries amendment reaches judicial review threshold
Florida Politics|June 2019

In the Media: At a glance: A look at some of the petition drives seeking changes to Florida's constitution
The Center Square|June 2019

In the Media: Another $2.25M raised in May for ‘All Voters Vote’ amendment
Florida Politics|June 2019

In the Media: Why Florida’s Crackdown On Ballot Initiatives Is Such A Blow For Democrats
Talking Points Memo|June 2019

In the Media: Desantis signs controversial petition bill
Action News Jacksonville|June 2019

In the Media: 6 Legislative Efforts to Protect YOUR Right to Vote
IVN|May 2019

In the Media: Election supervisors, petition sponsors brace for major changes to ballot initiative law
Tallahassee Democrat|May 2019

In the Media: Seven state ballot initiatives to watch in the coming months
Tallahassee Democrat|May 2019

In the Media: Lawmakers place barriers to ballot initiatives
The News-Press|May 2019

Events: Dark Money and Florida Political Committees
Masters Program of Applied American Politics and Policy, Florida State University |April 2019|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: Proposed constitutional amendment would set up jungle primaries in Florida
Florida Politics|March 2019

In the Media: Nikki Fried taps Miami Democrat Barzee Flores for Deputy Commissioner
Tampa Bay Times|January 2019

Events: “The Future of Florida’s Electorate – How will Florida Respond to the Rising Independent Voters?”
Association of Florida Developers, Inc. |November 2018|Reggie L. Bouthillier

Events: Open Primaries What Would It Mean For Florida?
Tampa Tiger Bay Club |October 2018|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: Upcoming Vote on Amendment 10 Ensures Florida's County Constitutional Officers Are Elected Locally
Stearns Weaver Miller News Update |October 2018|Glenn Burhans, Jr., Kelly A. O'Keefe, Gigi Rollini, Bridget Smitha

Firm Announcements: Stearns Weaver Miller Lawyers Named Among Benchmark Litigation’s 2018 “Under 40 Hot List”
July 2018

Firm Announcements: Gigi Rollini to Join National Association of Women Lawyers Board of Directors, Honored with Virginia S. Mueller Outstanding Member Award, at NAWL Annual Meeting
June 2018

Events: Hackers, Trolls and the Polls - Campaign Cybersecurity
Webinar |April 2018|Bridget Smitha

Events: Dark Money and Florida Political Committees
Florida State University | Masters Program of Applied American Politics and Policy |April 2018|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Firm Announcements: Gigi Rollini Joins Stearns Weaver Miller’s Tallahassee Office
April 2018

In the Media: Sunburn – The Morning Read of What’s Hot in Florida Politics – 3.14.18
Florida Politics|March 2018

Events: Introduction of City of Miami Beach Mayor Dan Gelber
NAWL Midyear Meeting |March 2018|Gigi Rollini

Events: Crossing Party Lines
Spectrum News |February 2018|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: Election Law Primer for Candidates, Campaign Consultants and Staff | Free Webinar
February 2018|Glenn Burhans, Jr., Kelly A. O'Keefe, Bridget Smitha

In the Media: News 13: Ybeth Bruzual hosts 'Town Hall: Crossing Party Lines'
Orlando Sentinel|February 2018

Publications: Statement of Glenn Burhans to the Ethics & Elections Committee
Florida Constitution Review Commission|January 2018|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: The Crisis of Political Intransigence
Tallahassee Exchange Club |December 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: Introduction of Michelle Suskauer, Florida Bar President-Elect
Tallahassee Women Lawyers |November 2017|Gigi Rollini

In the Media: The high cost of losing for the football capital of Florida
Tallahassee Democrat|October 2017

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: Who Runs The World?
Election & Political Law Report |September 2017|Kelly A. O'Keefe, Bridget Smitha

Events: Launching Your Campaign | Women Can Run
The Oasis Center for Women & Girls |September 2017|Kelly A. O'Keefe, Bridget Smitha

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: This Is Not My Beautiful House ... How Did I Get Here?
Election & Political Law Report |August 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr., Bridget Smitha

Publications: Party Affiliation Should Not Be Issue in St. Petersburg Mayoral Race
Tampa Bay Times|August 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: Is That Legal? Paying Expenses With Campaign Funds
Election & Political Law Report |July 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr., Bridget Smitha

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: 2017 Legislative Round-Up: What's New in Election & Political Law?
Election & Political Law Report |June 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: Election Law: Rules, rules and more rules
Institute for Civic Leadership |June 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Publications: Sometimes Government Works Right
Tallahassee Democrat|March 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Publications: #CashMeOutside – Another Florida Pol Tripped Up By Campaign Finance Laws
Florida Politics|March 2017|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: The Florida Constitution Review Commission: Three Election Law Reforms
Tallahassee Exchange Club |December 2016|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: Talk Show Appearance
The Usual Suspects |October 2016|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Election & Political Law News Update, Government & Administrative News Update, Publications: Amendment 4 Could Spur Solar Energy Investment and Development in the Sunshine State
Stearns Weaver Miller News Update|August 2016|Reggie L. Bouthillier, Jeffrey A. Collier, Jacob T. Cremer

In the Media: Fla. Gov. Wins 3 Of 4 Judicial Appointment Cases
Law360|June 2016

In the Media: Fla. Gov. Defends Appointment Power In Judicial Challenges
Law360|May 2016

Publications: Florida Campaign Contribution Guidelines for Private Employers
BeLabor the Point Blog |April 2016|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: Voters Go Indie
Florida Weekly|March 2016

In the Media: Democrat? Republican? Nope. Youngest voters reject the parties
The Florida Times Union|March 2016

In the Media: Poll: Independent voters left out of the Florida primary are engaged and want to be included
Miami Herald|March 2016

Publications: Voters Should Not Have to Join a Party
Tallahassee Democrat|February 2016|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Publications: Florida Voters Deserve Say in Meaningful Elections
Sun Sentinel|February 2016|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: Supreme Court case argues Florida’s ban on openly carrying weapons violates US Constitution
Naples Daily News|February 2016

In the Media: Group proposes amendment to open Florida’s primaries to all voters
Miami Herald|July 2015

In the Media: Group wants open voting
Tampa Bay Times|July 2015

Firm Announcements: Glenn Burhans Discusses Historic Florida Supreme Court Congressional Map Decision on CBS Program The Usual Suspects
July 2015

Publications: O Civility, Where Art Thou?
Context Florida|July 2015|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: With options limited, legislators remain silent about redistricting plans
Miami Herald|July 2015

Events: Talk Show Appearance
The Usual Suspects |July 2015|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

In the Media: With options limited, Florida legislators remain silent about redistricting plans
Tampa Bay Times|July 2015

Events: The Accidental Lobbyist: Florida Lobbyist Registration Requirements and Applicable Public Records Act Provisions
February 2015|Glenn Burhans, Jr.

Events: How to Advocate within the Law: Election & Campaign Finance Considerations for Nonprofits
United Partners for Human Services 15th Annual Conference for Excellence in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, TCC Center for Workforce Development |May 2014|Gigi Rollini

Firm Announcements: Stearns Weaver Miller Adds Two Litigation Attorneys To Tallahassee Office
May 2014