Florida Justices and Judges to be Retained


*This post does not reflect the opinion of the Hillsborough County Republican Party or its members* By Dianne Agster There are three FL Supreme Court Justices Read more

Information on the Amendments


The Hillsborough County Republican Executive Committee after weeks of examining the Constitutional Amendments that will appear on the ballot suggests voting Yes on 1 Read more

RNC Chairman to Fla GOP: There's plenty of room at Tampa Bay Times Forum (Video)


RNC Chairman Reince Priebus is interviewed by Tampa Bay Times Political Editor Adam Smith and Al Ruechel about Florida's delegates while appearing on Political Read more

Governor Scott Signs Auto Accident Reform into Law


Flanked by local law enforcement today, Governor Rick Scott signed legislation to reform auto accident fraud in Florida, this year’s number one consumer protection Read more

Gov. Scott Works to Improve Florida Education


Recently, I signed legislation that increases funding to Florida schools by $1 billion. During the past few weeks, I have spent time listening to Read more

Press Release

Ross Office to Host Monthly Mobile Office Hours

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Excerpt: Ross Office to Host Monthly Mobile Office Hours Mark Your Calendars: Ross Office to Host Monthly Mobile Office Hours the Second Tuesday of Every Month Locations: Plant City, Brandon, Temple Terrace, and Lutz U.S. Rep. Dennis Ross’s (FL-15) staff will host mobile office hours the second Tuesday of every month all across Florida’s 15th Congressional District. These mobile office hours are scheduled to serve as a convenience to constituents in order to assist with federal agencies. Please contact the district office (863-644-8215) with any questions. Some of the ways that Ross’s district office can be of assistance: • Senior Citizens: Social…

The United States Supreme Court Upholds Obama Health Care Law

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Excerpt: The Hillsborough County Republican Party Responds   Tampa, Fla. – As news spreads of the Supreme Court’s decision to uphold President Obama’s proposed health care plan, many, including the Hillsborough County Republic Party (HCRP) are voicing concerns and disappointment.   “Our Constitution clearly states that Congress only has ‘enumerated powers’, not unlimited powers under the clause to ‘regulate commerce’”, said HCRP Chairman Art Wood. “While the Supreme Court agreed with that point, the majority of the justices still found Obamacare constitutional under ‘tax’ powers.”   “While we have to respect the decision rendered by our highest court, the decision does not make common sense,” Wood continued….

Hillsborough County Republican Party Responds to Obama’s Approval of Legal Same-Sex Marriage

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Excerpt: HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY REPUBLICAN PARTY RESPONDS TO OBAMA’S APPROVAL OF LEGAL SAME-SEX MARRIAGE Contact: Art Wood, Chairman (813) 657-6499 Tampa, FL – Earlier on Wednesday, May 9th, President Obama publicly endorsed in a television interview his position on making same-sex marriage legal. “We understand that everything Mr. Obama is doing at this point, including his speeches, appearances and endorsements are a part of a calculated and timed strategy to enhance his re-election campaign.” says Art Wood, Chairman of the Hillsborough Republican Party. “We think the issues of rising gas prices, a sluggish housing system and down-economy are all issues affecting Americans deeply and are being distracted…

Hillsborough County Republican Party Launches New Website

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Excerpt: Tampa, FL – The Hillsborough County Republican Party will be launching a newly designed website devoted to news, information and upcoming events pertaining to the local Republican Party and the Republican National Convention. The website, HCRP.org, will provide local general information about the Hillsborough County Republican Party, information on how to get involved, upcoming events, a list of local officials and resources to get in contact with them. The website will also provide party members with the ability to donate and contribute to the Hillsborough County Republican Party’s efforts to support local candidates at all levels. In addition to important updates, HCRP.org…