I think a "thank you" to Senate President Don Gaetz may be in order.

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August 7, 2013

Florida Senate President Don Gaetz (R) refused Minority Leader Chris Smith’s request to form a select committee on Florida’s “Stand Your Ground” law.  Gaetz informed Smith by letter that such a select committee would be a duplication of efforts. Governor Rick Scott formed the “Citizen’s Safety and Protection Task Force” last year. The task force was charged with studying all of  Florida’s self-protection laws. Gaetz also reminded Smith that select committees by Senate rules are not allowed to vote on Florida law.

Do not be fooled fair citizens. Chris Smith’s efforts are aimed at pressuring Governor Scott to call a special session in hopes of repealing the “Stand Your Ground” legislation. Everything done concerning SYG will be done with the upcoming election in mind.

- See more at: http://www.floridadash.com/2013/08/no-florida-special-committee-for...