Join Howard Sapp and Dr. Cindy Banyai in this enlightening discussion about the latest happenings in the US government, both at the state and local level. They delve into various bills that have been introduced, discussing their implications and potential impact. They highlight bills such as HB 49, the Employment of Minors, which allows minors of specific ages to work without curfew, the Protection of Medical Reform, which permits health providers to refuse service based on their morals and religious beliefs, and more. They also introduce viewers to the Digital Democracy Project website (https://digitaldemocracyproject.org/) as a reliable resource for making sense of legislative bills and laws. The conversation prominently features the importance of voting, understanding governance and legislative processes, and the significance of staying informed. 00:14 Introduction and Hosts Introduction00:59 Discussion on Florida Legislature01:15 Importance of Research and Transparency02:34 Understanding the Legislative Branch03:56 Importance of Voting and Knowing Your Legislator04:21 Discussion on Various Bills04:56 Discussion on Employment of Minors Bill07:36 Discussion on Early Voting Bill09:32 Discussion on Asian American and Pacific Islanders History Bill12:28 Discussion on Public School Funding Bill29:23 Discussion on Protection of Medical Reform Bill34:19 Conclusion and Importance of Staying Informed