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Joe Negron
Senate President
A Message From The President
Dear Prospective Senate Page:
Thank you so much for your interest in being a part
of legislative history by becoming a Florida Senate
Page. This unique opportunity allows you to represent
your community, have hands-on experience with the
legislative process, and learn more about the everyday
operations of the Florida Senate.
As a Senate Page, you will work closely with Senators and their legislative
staff each day, learning more about the daily functions of running a district
office. Senate Pages also participate in a "mock session," in which students
role-play as Senators who discuss, debate, and vote on legislation. Better
yet, you and your fellow Senate Pages may even have the rare privilege to
actually observe and assist Senators as they debate real legislation during a
session sitting on the Senate floor.
In this booklet, you will find important information about the Senate Page
Program, including more details on how to apply. If you have any questions,
please do not hesitate to contact the Office of the Senate Sergeant at Arms
at (850) 487-5224 or (850) 487-5256.
Again, thank you for your interest in serving as a Florida Senate Page. I hope
to see you around the halls of the Florida Senate.
Respectfully,
Joe Negron
Senate Page Program
Be a part of history! The Florida Senate gives interested young people the
opportunity to observe and participate in the legislative process. During
regular sessions of the Florida Legislature, participating students from
across the state come to Tallahassee for one week to assist members of the
Legislature in carrying out the work of the people. A one -week limit is set so
that as many young people as possible have the opportunity to serve during
the 60-day session.
During their assigned week, Senate Pages will assist members of the Florida
Senate by distributing materials and messages, learn about the legislative
process through a hands-on approach, and experience a "mock session" in
which students role-play as Senators and engage in debating, discussing,
and voting on legislation.
Under the supervision of the Senate Page Coordinator, pages will work from
8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, and will receive an hourly
stipend that will be mailed two to three weeks after their service. Senate
Pages will be responsible for their own transportation, housing, and meals
while visiting the Capital City. Professional dress is required.
How To Get Involved
Each Senator has the opportunity to sponsor up to two pages, between the
ages of 15-18, for one week during the 60-day regular session. Senators may
also select alternate pages to serve on an as needed basis. Those interested
in the Senate Page Program are encouraged to submit an application to their
hometown Senator. Applications may be found at www.flsenate.gov/About/
Opportunities. For regular sessions in odd -numbered years, applications will
be available in late November of the preceding year. For regular sessions
in even -numbered years, applications will be available in late August of
the preceding year. For more information, contact the Senate Page Program
Coordinator at (850) 487-5224 or (850) 487-5256.
Be a part of history.
Be a Senate Page!
Senate Sergeant at Arms
Page Program
403 Capitol Building
404 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100
(850) 487 5224 or (850) 487 5256
www.flsenate.gov