October 2015 - Volume XXXVIII- Issue XVII

Next Meeting: October 18th @ Jerseys Sports Caf @ 10:30am

ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.

The only Motorcycle Rights Organization in the State of Florida
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Southwest chapter
Meeting schedule:
MEMBER MATERIAL DEADLINE:

OUR NEXT CHAPTER

MEETING WILL BE HELD
OCT. 18TH
At Jerseys Sports Caf @ 10:30am

25th of the Month for Editorial

And Board Approval

NEW ADVERTISERS OR AD DEADLINE:

15th of the Month

ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.

MISSION STATEMENT
WHO WE ARE:

Identification statement
Southwest chapter newsletter:
Issue date: October 2015
Published monthly by
Abate of Florida, inc.

Southwest Chapter
P.O. Box 60745, Fort Myers FL 33906
http://southwest.abateflorida.com

Disclaimer:
The views expressed in this newsletter are not
necessarily those of ABATE of Florida, Inc. and or
the Southwest Chapter.
The publication allows members to express their
beliefs and opinions. ABATE of Florida, Inc. and
Southwest Chapter accept no responsibility for
the comments, opinions, or views contained in this
newsletter.
Please direct correspondence in reference to this
publication to:
Shayne Hanley - 239-560-2565
Donations to ABATE of Florida, Inc. are not
deductible for Federal Tax Purposes.
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Southwest Chapter
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We are a non-profit organization of motorcycle enthusiasts from all walks of life. We

lobby and educate the government and the
general public to promote motorcycling in
a safe and positive image. We endeavor to
enlist the cooperation and participation of
all organizations and individuals that
share a similar interest in preserving our
American tradition of FREEDOM. We promote motorcycle safety, training, and political awareness. We ARE NOT A CLUB
OR GANG. We fund our work through toy
runs, poker runs, campouts, and other motorcycle activities. We are your neighbors
and friends who work, pay taxes, and get
involved with our community. We serve
and support our country and believe in
freedom. We use all legal means to protect
our rights without infringing on the rights
of others.

OUR GOALS

To become a powerful and viable political force in legislative matters concerning the motorcyclist.
To promote the safe riding habits without infringing on individual freedoms.
To motivate the bikers to write letters
to their legislators before, during, and
after the legislative session.
To furnish our members with a newsletter to keep all bikers informed in
regards to upcoming legislation.

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Our next meeting will be held

October 18TH @ 10:30 am
At jerseys sports caf.
13971 n Cleveland ave
Fort myers FL
On the corner of pondella and 41

Lets all take a moment to honor a fellow

biker, friend, and Abate President who
recently passed. We will always remember
you, Johnny Martin! May you be riding
that great Motorcycle in the sky.

Hi Everyone!
Well, here we are entering October. This month is going
to be very busy with Avon Park and Hallowheels going on all in
one weekend. The weekend following these 2 events is our first
Bike Night in Cape Coral and the State Meeting in Hillsborough
County. I know I sound like a broken record here, but we could
really use the volunteers. Remember that this is an organization
and everyone who can get involved only makes our group better.
Our goal is to spread the word about Motorcycle safety and these
events are a great way to market ourselves and also to get some
new blood to sign up. I'm only asking for the help when you can,
it's always nice to get a break when doing these booths, plus getting to know new people is always fun.

239-240-9695

Also, I want to point out that this is the time of season

that the snow birds do start making their way south. With this, I
just want to say: Watch out for the extra traffic, be on guard, and
be safe out there.

Be Careful and Ride Safe,

Shayne Hanley
SW Chapter President
Abate of Florida, Inc.
CHRIS
PROFFITT
thebikermap@gmail.com

SOUTHWEST CHAPTER LIFE MEMBERS

Kim Adair
Keith Baker
Bill Barber
Darrell Barnett
Denee Bartels
Karl Bartling
Karl Bartling III
Scott Blink
Chet Butz
James Burkholder
Nora Burkholder
Don Campbell
Frances Cazes
Wayne Cerra
Jonathan Conant
Terry Covington
Audrey Cran
Rick Cran
Rob Cran
Robert Cruz Crusan
Jim Crystal
Dan Curry
Biffle Davis
Lynne Davis
Mary Dicenzo-Porter
Al Diagiaco
Frank Disomma
Cindy Doak
Randy Eck
Marius Espeleta
Jeffery Fielder
Brian Galvin
Sonny Gartrell
Steven Goldstein
Lynnda Gray
Larry Gullia
Bob Hall

Rodney Hollingsworth
Misti Hollingsworth
Harry Hoover
Jeff Hoover
Jonathan Hunt
George Huttman
Susan Red Huttman
Dan Jackson
Cindy CJ Jordan
Frankie Kennedy
Ed LaCombe
Julio Lopez
Mary Ann Rivera-Lopez
KD Marlowe
Don Meredith Jr.
Jo Ann Miller
Kenneth Miller
John Mitchell
Jay Monttetit
Mo Moser
Taylor Musburger
Carl Nelson
Terry Padilla
Bob Penn
Asuncsion Peppers
Richard Peppers
Victor Piorkowski
Kathleen Provenzano
Rev. Thomas Provenzano
Frank E. Rhorer
Bill Robinson
Janet Rolfe
Tabitha Rossi
Roland Salsberry
Bruce Scheiner
Juergen Wolfgang Schitzer
Jencye Schmitt

Jerry Schmitt
Elsie Seif
Doug Sepanak
Robert Simon
Kelly Smith
Roger Smith
Randall Spivey
Richard Stergulz
Sandy Stergulz
Grandpa Stewart
Lynda Stewart
Russell Sullivan
Scott Turner
Ruth Vorys
Teresa Webster
D. Payton Wells
Michael Wieland
Jama Wyatt
Steve Wyatt

Life Members Who

Have Passed Away
Jerry Barnett
Maggie Cran
Ginny DAsti
John Kennedy
Russell May
Rev. Rea Means
Jim Mozeleski

To become a Life Member Contact Membership Trustee

For More Information See Page 9

Hello Southwest Chapter!

We attended the local Meeting of the Minds September meeting on 9/13 and came away very optimistic about support for our Veterans Christmas Ride. If youre unaware, the MOM is an informal gathering of local riding clubs where we talk about each others events and try
to eliminate schedule conflicts. We also ask the other groups to support
our events. Strong support was voiced for our Veterans Ride. Now, we
need to show similar support to the other groups. We will keep you informed as to when the Lost Riders, LAMAs, Rebel Riders, Women in
the Wind, etc. are having their events and we need to show up and contribute to their efforts.
The MOM is held at Fritzs Motorcycle Garage in Fort Myers.
Fritz is generously donating time and space at his shop for our meetings.
For those who havent heard- Fritz offers the use of motorcycle lifts,
tools, parts washers, etc. to those who want to work on their own bikes
but lack the facilities. Check out Fritzs Facebook page for more info.
Just an observation-Ive noticed that many of our members
dont wear Chapter T-shirts or sweatshirts when theyre out and about.
Now, anyone who knows me will tell you that I am the LAST person
who would suggest that we wear uniforms- however, I would ask that
each of us at least consider wearing our gear. Its a way to make our
presence known and to possibly start a conversation with someone who
may then join the Chapter. We have a limited number of Chapter shirts
so if you need one, please see me.
Finally- please come to our next meeting Sunday, October 18
and try to bring a visitor. We need to be constantly recruiting members
to keep this organization alive and vital.

Thanks for your time and attention. Ride Free, Moe

ABATE of Florida, Inc. / Southwest Chapter

EXECUTIVE BOARD & TRUSTEES
P.O. Box 60745, Fort Myers FL 33906-6748
southwest.abateflorida.com

President - Shayne Hanley

s_ahanley@yahoo.com / 239-560-2565
Vice President - Moe Moser
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Secretary - Laurie Hanley
l_rhanley@yahoo.com / 239-898-5168

SOUTHWEST CHAPTER PRODUCTS

Treasurer - Heidi Szolga

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LARGE CHAPTER PATCH

(MEMBERS ONLY) $25.00

Sergeant-At-Arms - Robb Rabell

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SMALL CHAPTER PATCH

$7.00

Membership Trustee - Charlie Fisher

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CHAPTER FLAG
$25.00

Public Relations - Gwynne Hickman

gwynne.hickman@gmail.com / 239-246-2025

CHAPTER SHIRT & MORE ARE AVAILABLE

SEE PRODUCTS TRUSTEE FOR INVENTORY

Legislative Representative - Frank Kennedy

swchief2000@yahoo.com / 239-693-7035
Safety Director - Victor Piorkowski
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Newsletter - Tara Ricci
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Webmaster - Taylor Musburger
ABATE@musburger.net / 239-334-1620
Chapter Chaplain - Tom Provenzano
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Products - Michele Temple
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Chapter Rep - Victor Piorkowski
Chapter Rep - Carl Nelson

HELP SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL MRO*

*MOTORCYCLE RIGHTS ORGANIZATION
ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.
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All Rights Reserved

ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC. - BOARD OF DIRECTORS

(as of 6/12/14)

STATE OF OFFICE:
Abate of Florida, Inc.
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (386) 943-9610 / Fax: Same
Email: flabate@bellsouth.net

PRESIDENT:
James Doc Reichenbach
P.O. Box 712, Silver Springs FL 34489-0712
Phone: (352) 625-6353 / Fax: Same
Email: flabatestatpresident@gmail.com

VICE PRESIDENT:
Dennis Mudder Rudoi
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (407) 925-4307 / Fax: (407) 699-9748
Email: flabatestatevp@yahoo.com

SECRETARY:
Shelly Johnston
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (904) 405-4700 / Fax: (386) 943-9610
Email: flabatestatesecretary@gmail.com

TREASURER:
Patti Nasrallah
P.O. Box 16309, Temple Terrace FL 33687-6309
Phone: (813) 695-9203 / Fax: (813) 626-2306
Email: patti.nasrallah@gmail.com

SGT-AT-ARMS:
TJ Painter
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (352) 303-8299 / Fax: (386) 943-9610
Email: flabatestatesgtatarms@gmail.com

PR/COMMUNICATIONS:
SaraBeth Kohl
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (904) 591-4100 / Fax: (386) 943-9610
Email: flabatestatpr@gmail.com

MASTERLINK EDITOR:
C/O State Office
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (386) 943-9610 / Fax: Same
Email: flabate@bellsouth.net

MEMBERSHIP:
Grace Lord
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (904) 504-6362 / Fax: (386) 943-9610
Email: flabatestatemembership@gmail.com

SAFETY PROGRAM (MSAP) DIRECTOR:

John Massoth
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (954) 650-1420 / Fax: (561) 333-6773
Email: flabatemsap@gmail.com

LEGISLATIVE TRUSTEE:
Darrin Scribe Brooks
P.O. Box 2520, Deland FL 32721-2520
Phone: (239) 398-7145
Email: statelegislative@abateflorida.com

PRODUCTS TRUSTEE:
Steve Care Taker Knee
P.O. Box 4372, Milton FL 32572-4372
Phone: (850) 529-4446 / Fax: (386) 943-9610
Email: flabatestateproducts@gmail.com

LEGAL COUNSEL:
Larry Crow
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Avon Park
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General Meeting
@ Jerseys
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10:30am

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Dear Fellow Abate Members

The TRUE Believer!
We have known someone for many years of whom we would say is a true
Biker. All the years weve known him, hes never owned a cage. All of his
transportation to anywhere was by motorcycle. Even, his grocery shopping All his
social activities revolved around motorcycling. Not only does he ride motorcyclesbut, he believes in them. Motorcycles are a part of his fabric. Its the make-up of his lifestyle.
There are others that we have known, throughout the years who acknowledge motorcycles. They know
motorcycles exist, and even have ridden them, from time-to-time. Are they true believers, when it comes to motorcycles? It may not be for us to judge. We do not know their hearts as we would probably know the motorcycling heart of the biker mentioned in the beginning of this letter.
Many of us know who God is. We have somewhat acknowledged Him, to a certain extent. Some of us
know who Jesus is. Most believe that He existed or still exists. Some of us believe that He is not only the Son
of God but, He is God that became a man for a time upon the earth. However, the question is, Do you actually
believe in Him? Do you believe in Him who sent Jesus? The basis of the Christian faith is that God became
man in the person of Jesus Christ.
Jesus said, Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life. John 5:24 NKJV
And, the scriptures near the beginning of the Chapter says, But as many as received Him, to them He gave the
right to become children of God, to those who believe in His name. John 1:12 NKJV

Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; old things have passed away; behold, all things have
become new. 2 Corinthians 5:17 NKJV
It is not enough just to know who God and who his son Jesus is. It is not enough to know about Him.
We must believe IN Jesus and what He did on the cross for us. We must believe IN His father. We must receive Him. The start is the new birth that Jesus describes. There was a man of the Pharisees named Nicodemus, a ruler of the Jews. This man came to Jesus by night and said to Him, Rabbi, we know that You are a
teacher come from God; for no one can do these signs that You do unless God is with him. Jesus answered and
said to him, Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God. Nicodemus said to Him, How can a man be born when he is old? Can he enter a second time into his mothers
womb and be born? Jesus answered, Most assuredly, I say to you, unless one is born of water and the Spirit,
he cannot enter the kingdom of God. That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit
is spirit. Do not marvel that I said to you, You must be born again. The wind blows where it wishes, and you
hear the sound of it, but cannot tell where it comes from and where it goes. So is everyone who is born of the
Spirit. John 3:1-9 NKJV
Just allow Him to enter fully into your life with the following prayer: "Dear God, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, the God of Jesus, my heavenly Father, I confess that I am a sinner and have been
separated from You. I ask forgiveness of my sins. I repent and accept this gift of repentance. I confess
with my mouth that your son Jesus is my savior and died for me. I believe in my heart that You raised
Him from the dead. I receive Jesus into my heart and ask Him to become the center of my life. I ask, in
the Name of Jesus. Amen."
If you prayed that prayer for the first time and you really have accepted Him into your heart, please let us know.
Blessings,
Pastor Tom (SW ABATE Chaplain and Life Member and Estero River ABATE Life Member) and Chaplain
Kathy (SW ABATE Life Member) - 239-267-8641 or email: tprovenz@comcast.net

ABATE OF FLORIDA, INC.

SOUTHWEST CHAPTER
GENERAL MEETING

@ Jerseys Sports Caf, Fort Myers 9/20/2015

CALLED TO ORDER @ 10:45 am

Anyone besides secretary taking notes? No
Please silent cell phones
Salute flag/Pledge & Moment of Silent for the
Fallen
Welcome Everyone!
PRESIDENTS REPORT: SHAYNE HANLEY
1. Avon Park is coming up. The secretary and I will be
going Saturday. We will be doing the Bike Show
from 10am to 2pm. The best three bikes will get a
trophy. We could really use some help so if you arent
doing anything come help out.
2. Hallowheels is the same weekend as Avon Park. We
are setting up a booth there on Saturday. Come and
help out. Moe and Heidi are setting up. Laurie and I
will be joining them when we get back from Avon
Park. We will be taking down our booth. Its going to
be a long day for us so any help will be appreciated.
3. The following weekend is our first Bike Night in
Cape Coral. That is always great fun.
4. Also that same weekend is the State Meeting up at
Hillsborough County. It is their 35th annual fundraiser, Spook N Scoots. Anyone interested can check
out the flier in the newsletter.
5. I cant stress it enough that we need volunteers. The
same few people cant do it all. Even if all you can do
is an hour or two, it would help a lot.
6. I want to announce that Charlie will be taking over as
Membership Trustee. Thank you Charlie.
7. I want to also say that we have 3 new members.
Marge, Charlies better half has just become a member and will be helping Charlie with membership.
Everyone welcome Michele who is also a new member and she has agreed to do Products. Our last new
member is Tara and she will be taking over the newsletter. Our board is finally complete.
8. One more thing, Carl has agreed to be one of our permanent delegates along with Victor.

2.

SECRETARYS REPORT: LAURIE HANLEY

1. Motion to accept August minutes as written made by
Roger, and 2nd by Gwynne.
All in Favor: Accepted
TREASURER REPORT: HEIDI SZOLGA
1. Motion to accept report as given by Frankie and 2 nd
by Rob.
All in Favor: Accepted
Anyone interested in seeing the report can come up to
look at it after the meeting.
SARGEANT AT ARMS: ROBB RABELL
1. We really do need volunteers. Please show your support to our chapter and help out.
MEMBERSHIP: VICTOR PIORKOWSKI
Excused Absent
3 New Members
LEGISLATIVE TRUSTEE: FRANK KENNEDY
1. Report in the newsletter
OLD/NEW BUSINESS:
1.

2.
VICE PRESIDENT: MOE MOSER
1. Everything about our Veterans Ride should be finalized by our next meeting. Outside groups have given
us a lot of support which helps. Im still reaching out
to organizations for contributions. Anyone who
knows somebody affiliated with the VFW let me
know. Also Im thinking of joining HOGS so maybe
we can get some help from them as well.

SPIVEY law firm has generously contributed to our

Ride. Im still waiting on some of the others that Ive
contacted.

We still have tickets for the Abate Of Florida, Inc.

$10,000 cash drawing. If anyone wants any tickets,
get a hold of Heidi by phone or email and we will get
them to you.
Gwynne suggested that maybe later in the year we
could do a small ride back to the Veterans home to
visit since some dont get any visitors except who go
on our Veterans Ride. She thought it might be nice.
President said we could discuss it more after our December Ride.

Motion to Adjourn by Gwynne and 2nd by Charlie. All in

favor? Accepted. Adjourned 11:25am

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Submitted By: Frankie

Kennedy
October 2015
Good Morning Freedom Fighters:
ABATE'S 2nd Amendment edition:
PROPOSAL WOULD ALLOW OPEN CARRYING OF FIREARMS
A House Republican on Monday filed a proposal that would allow people with concealed-weapons licenses to openly carry firearms. The bill (HB 163), filed by Rep. Matt Gaetz, R-Fort Walton Beach,
will be considered by lawmakers during the 2016 legislative session, which starts in January. The bill
also would make other changes in gun-related laws, including giving direction for judges to use "strict
scrutiny" when reviewing laws dealing with the right to bear arms or self defense. "The right to bear
arms is a fundamental and individual right that exists in any place that a person has the right to be, subject only to exceptionally and narrowly tailored restrictions that employ the least possible restriction on
the right in order to achieve a compelling government interest,'' the bill says.
GAETZ JOINS SON IN FILING OPEN-CARRY BILL
Sen. Don Gaetz on Wednesday joined his son, Rep. Matt Gaetz, in seeking to allow people with concealed-weapons licenses to openly carry firearms. The elder Gaetz, R-Niceville, filed a bill (SB 300)
that is identical to a measure (HB 163), filed Monday by Matt Gaetz, R-Fort Walton Beach. The proposals, which will be considered during the 2016 legislative session, also would make other gun-related
changes, including giving direction for judges to use "strict scrutiny" when reviewing laws dealing with
the right to bear arms or self defense.
CAMPUS GUN BILLS ADVANCE IN HOUSE AND SENATE
A proposal that would allow people with concealed-weapons licenses to pack heat while hitting the
books on college and university campuses notched it first two successes Wednesday. The legislation
(SB 68 and HB 4001), which won support from criminal-justice committees in the House and Senate,
is widely opposed by academic leaders. Proponents argued that the proposal would make colleges
safer, while opponents questioned the need to allow weapons into an already stress-filled atmosphere.
"I don't feel like your constitutional rights should stop at a line in the sand," said Senate Criminal Justice Chairman Greg Evers, a Baker Republican who is sponsoring the Senate bill. The Senate committee voted 3-2 along party lines to support the proposal, which is filed for the 2016 legislative session.
The Senate proposal must still get through three additional committees, including the Judiciary Committee, which did not take up the issue during the 2015 legislative session. The House Criminal Justice
Subcommittee voted 8-5, with Rep. Ray Pilon, R-Sarasota, joining four Democrats in opposing the
measure. Pilon, saying he is a National Rifle Association member, noted a desire for additional training
for campus law enforcement. House bill sponsor Greg Steube, R-Sarasota, indicated the measure could
make schools safer since concealed-carry permit holders must be 21. Also, he said current law prohibits
military veterans who have returned to school on the "GI Bill" from carrying weapons. "Most of those
people have more training than our law-enforcement officers do," Steube said. "I was an infantry officer. We trained for years on how to execute different scenarios, and so have all these different military
members."

BURDEN OF PROOF WOULD SHIFT IN SELF-DEFENSE CASES

A key supporter of Florida's controversial "stand your ground" law filed a bill Tuesday that would shift
a burden of proof to the state in cases in which people argue they used force in self-defense. The bill
(HB 169), filed by Rep. Dennis Baxley, R-Ocala, came about two months after the Florida Supreme
Court ruled that people who use "stand your ground" defenses have the burden of showing they should
be shielded from prosecution. In such cases, pre-trial evidentiary hearings are held to determine
whether defendants are immune from prosecution under the law. But Baxley's bill, which will be considered during the 2016 legislative session, would place the burden of proof on prosecutors in the evidentiary hearings. The bill said it is "intended to correct misinterpretations of legislative intent made by
the courts" and would apply retroactively to pending cases. "The Legislature finds that imposing the
burden of proof on a person who uses or threatens to use defensive force as permitted by general law at
a pretrial evidentiary hearing substantially curtails the benefit of the immunity from trial provided by
this section (of law),'' the bill says. "The Legislature intends to make it explicit that the state shall bear
the burden of proof in establishing beyond a reasonable doubt whether a defendant is entitled to immunity at a pretrial evidentiary hearing in order to disprove a prima facie claim of self-defense immunity.
The Legislature has never intended that a person who acts in defense of self, others, or property be denied immunity and subjected to trial when that person would be entitled to acquittal at trial."

Committee addresses motorcyclist safety

Contact your representative today!
Take Action
On Sept. 10, two motorcycling-related amendments were approved by the Subcommittee on Research
and Technology of the U.S. House Science, Space and Technology Committee as part of the Surface
Transportation Research and Development Act of 2015. The bill as part of the broader surface transportation authorization bill prioritizes research and development activities within the U.S. Dept. of
Transportation. It passed by voice vote.
The two motorcycle-related amendments were introduced by U.S. Rep. Randy Hultgren on behalf of
U.S. Rep. Jim Sensenbrenner.
Amendment No. 036 would require the DOT engage the National Academy of Sciences to conduct a
study on the most effective means of preventing motorcycle crashes. While this study is being conducted, no federal funding would be provided to states to conduct motorcycle-only checkpoints. The
Senate version does include language to prohibit federal funding for motorcycle-only checkpoints. The
federal dollars from this program should be used exclusively for proven highway safety strategies and
not sporadic, discriminatory checkpoints.
The amendment was approved by voice vote.
Amendment No. 037 would prohibit the DOT from lobbying for any activity on any pending federal,
state or local legislation. This is commonly known as the NHTSA Lobby Ban. Sensenbrenner included similar language in the Surface Transportation Research and Development Act of 1997.
It was approved by a vote of 7 6.
The American Motorcyclist Association applauds these amendments and will work to include them in
the next highway bill. On Sept. 17, the U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee is tentatively scheduled to consider the highway bill.
To ensure these amendments are included, urge your representative today to include these amendments
as part of a six-year highway bill.
Now, more than ever, it is crucial that you and your riding friends become members of the AMA to
help us protect our riding freedoms. More members means more clout against the opponents of motorcycling, and your support will help the AMA fight for your rights on the road, trail, racetrack, and in
the halls of government. To join, go to AmericanMotorcyclist.com/membership/join.

FLORIDAS LEE COUNTY LEGISLATVIE DELEGATION

The Honorable Matt Caldwell, Chair, District 79
T. Wayne Miller Jr. Building, 15191 Homestead Road, Lehigh Acres FL 33971
(239)-694-0161 HYPERLINK mailto:Matt.Caldwell@myfloridahouse.gov Matt.Caldwell@myfloridahouse.gov
Legislative Assistance: Charlotte Codie. District Assistant: Priscilla Bezerra
Tallahassee Office: 402 House Office Building, 402 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399 (850) 717-5079
The Honorable Lizbeth Benacquisto, Vice Chair, District 30
1926 Victoria Avenue, 2nd Floor, Fort Myers FL 33901
(239) 338-2570 HYPERLINK mailto.Benacquisto.Lizbeth.web@flsenate.gov Richter.Garrett.web@flsenate.gov
Legislative Assistant: Matthew Hunter, Dane Bennett, Tamara Holliday
Tallahassee Office: 330 Senate Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399 (850) 487-5030
The Honorable Garrett Richter, District 23
32999 East Tamaimi Trail, Suite 203, Naples FL 34112
(239) 417-6205 HYPERLINK mailto.Richtor.Garrett.web@flsenate.gov Richter.Garrett.web@flsenate.gov
Legislative Assistant: Becky Kokkinos, Michael Nachef, Sandra Mummert
Tallahassee Office: 404 Senate Office Building, 404 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399 (850) 487-5023
The Honorable Dane Eagle, District 77
1039 SE 9th Place, Room 310, Cape Coral FL 33990
(239) 772-1291 HYPERLINK mailto:Dane.Eagle@myflorida.gov Dane.Eagle@myfloridahouse.gov
Legislative Assistant: Paige Biagi. District Assistant: Kelsey Gorry
Tallahassee Office: 1302 The Capitol, 402 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399 (850) 717-5077
The Honorable Heather Fitzenhagen, District 78
2120 Main Street, Suite 208, Fort Myers FL 33901
(239) 533-2440 HYPERLINK mailto:Heather.Fitzenhagen@myfloridahouse.gov Heather.Fitzenhagen@myflorida.gov
Legislative Assistant: Edward Metzger. District Assistant: Allison Hopkins
Tallahassee Office: 1302 The Capitol, 402 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399 (850) 717-5078
The Honorable Ray Rodrigues, District 76
Alico Lake Commons, 17595 S. Tamiami Trail, Suite 218, Fort Myers FL 33908
(239) 433-6501 HYPERLINK mailto:Ray.Rodrigues@myfloridahouse.gov Ray.Rodrigues@myfloridahouse.gov
Legislative Assitant: James Mullen. District Assistant: Jasmine Villanueva
Tallahassee Office: 1302 The Capitol, 402 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399 (850) 717-5076
Lee County Delegation Office: (239) 694-0161
T.Wayne Miller Building, 15191 Homestead Road, Lehigh Acres FL 33971
Lee County Manager: Roger Desjarlais
P.O. Box 398, Fort Myers FL 33902 Phone: (239) 533-2221
Email: HYPERLINK mailto:rdesjarlais@leegov.com rdesjarlais@leegov.com.
Lee County Board of County Commissioners
Dist. 4, Brian Hamman, Chairman
Lee County Courthouse, 2120 Main Old St., Fort Myers FL 33901
Cape Coral Office: Lee County Government Center, 1039 S.E. 9th Place, 3rd Floor, Room 309, Cape Coral FL 33990
(Mail to: P.O. Box 398, Fort Myers FL 33902-0398.) Ph: (239) 533-2226 Email: HYPERLINK mailto:dist4@leegov.com dist4@leegov.com
Dist. 5, Frank Mann, Vice Chairman
Lee County Courthouse, 2120 Main Old St., Fort Myers FL 33901
(Mail to: P.O. Box 398, Fort Myers FL 33902-0398.) Ph: (239) 533-2225
Email: HYPERLINK mailto:dist4@leegov.com dist5@leegov.com. Executive Assistant: Chris Berry
Dist. 1, John Manning
Lee County Courthouse, 2120 Main Old St., Fort Myers FL 33901
Cape Coral Office: Lee County Government Center, 1039 S.E. 9th Place, 3rd Floor, Room 309, Cape Coral FL 33990
(Mail to: P.O. Box 398, Fort Myers FL 33902-0398.) Ph: (239) 533-2224
Email: HYPERLINK mailto:dist4@leegov.com dist1@leegov.com
Executive Assistant: Stacey Rohland
Dist. 2, Cecil Pendergrass
Lee County Courthouse, 2120 Main Old St., Fort Myers FL 33901
(Mail to: P.O. Box 398, Fort Myers FL 33902-0398.) Ph: (239) 533-2227
Email: HYPERLINK mailto:dist4@leegov.com dist2@leegov.com. Executive Assistant: Christine Deramo
Dist. 3, Larry Kiker
Lee County Courthouse, 2120 Main Old St., Fort Myers FL 33901
(Mail to: P.O. Box 398, Fort Myers FL 33902-0398.) Ph: (239) 533-2223
Email: HYPERLINK mailto:dist4@leegov.com dist3@leegov.com. Executive Assistant: Antionette Johnson
Office of Governor Rick Scott
State of Florida, The Capitol, 400 S. Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399-0001
(850) 488-7146 HYPERLINK http://www.flgov.com/contact-gov-scott/email-the-governor
www.flgov.com/contact-gov-scott/email-the-governor

..Delegation Continued
Office of Lt. Governor Carlos Lopez-Cantera
State of Florida, the Capitol, 400 S. Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399-0001
(850) 488-4711 HYPERLINK http://www.flgov.com/email-the-lt-governor www.flgov.com/email-the-lt-governor
Florida Senate web site: HYPERLINK http://www.flsenate.gov www.flsenate.gov
Office of Senate President Andy Gardiner
404 S. Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399-1100 (850) 487-5229
HYPERLINK http://www.flsenate.gov/Offices/President www.flsenate.gov/Offices/President. Chief of Staff: Reynold Meyer
Florida House of Representatives web site: HYPERLINK http://www.myfloridahouse.gov www.myfloridahouse.gov
Office of Speaker of the House Steve Crisafulli
402 South Monroe Street, Tallahassee FL 32399-1300
(850) 717-5051 HYPERLINK mailto: Will.Weatherford@myfloridahouse.gov Steve.Crisafulli@myfloridahouse.gov
Legislative Assistant: Ashley Guinn
White House web site: HYPERLINK http://www.whitehouse.gov www.whitehouse.gov
Office of the President of the United States of America Barack Obama
The white house, 1600 Pennsylvania Ave NW, Washington D.C. 20500
Comments: (202) 456-1111. Switchboard: (202) 456-1414
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President: mailto:president@whitehouse.gov president@whitehouse.gov
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U.S. House Speaker Rep. John Boehner, (R-OH 8)
Office of the Speaker, H-232, The Capitol, Washington D.C. 20515
Ph: (202) 225-0600 (202) 225-6205 HYPERLINK http://www.speaker.gov/contact www.speaker.gov/contact
U.S. Rep Tom Rooney, (R-FL 17)
Washington D.C. Office: 221 Cannon HOB, Washington D.C. 20515
(202) 225-5792 Fax: (202) 225-3132
Punta Gorda Office: 226 Taylor Street, Suite 230, Punta Gorda FL 33950
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Contact Congressman Rooney: HYPERLINK http://rooney.house.gov/contact http://rooney.house.gov/contact
U.S. Rep. Curt Clawson, (R-FL-19)
Washington D.C. Office: 1123 Longworth HOB, Washington D.C. 2051.
(202) 225-2536
Cape Coral District Office: 804 Nicholas Pkwy East, Suite 1, Cape Coral FL 33990
(239) 573-5837
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