Mike Miller (FL-07) Research Report Th the Following Report Contains Research on Mike Miller, a Republican Candidate in Florida’S 7 District

Mike Miller (FL-07) Research Report th The following report contains research on Mike Miller, a Republican candidate in Florida’s 7 district. Research for this research book was completed by the DCCC’s Research Department in April 2018. By accepting this report, you are accepting responsibility for all information and analysis included. Therefore, it is your responsibility to verify all claims against the original documentation before you make use of it. Make sure you understand the facts behind our conclusions before making any specific charges against anyone.

Mike Miller

Republican Candidate in Florida’s 7th Congressional District

Research Book – 2018 Last Updated April 2018

Prepared by the DCCC Research Department

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Table of Contents

Thematics ...... 3 Career Politician, At Home In Any Swamp ...... 4 Miller’s History Of Broken Campaign Pledges & Flip-Flops ...... 15 Key Visuals...... 23 Personal & Professional History ...... 24 Biography ...... 25 Personal Finance ...... 31 Political Career ...... 34 Ethics ...... 51 Relationships ...... 56 Donald Trump ...... 61 Issues ...... 64 Civil Rights & Liberties ...... 65 Economy & Jobs ...... 66 Education Issues ...... 67 Energy Issues ...... 70 Environmental Issues ...... 74 FEMA And Disaster Relief Issues ...... 76 Gun Issues ...... 78 Health Care Issues ...... 83 Housing Issues ...... 87 Labor ...... 90 Immigration & Border Issues ...... 94 LGBT Issues ...... 96 National Security & Terrorism ...... 99 State Issues ...... 100 Seniors’ Issues ...... 103 Tax Issues ...... 104 Veterans Issues ...... 109 Women’s Issues ...... 110 Appendix I – Personal Financial Disclosures ...... 113 Appendix II – Campaign Finance ...... 121

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Appendix III – Revolving Door ...... 124 Appendix V – State Bill Sponsorships ...... 125

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Thematics

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Career Politician, At Home In Any Swamp

Significant Findings

 Over his political career, Miller earned more than $268,000 in taxpayer funded salaries.

 In addition to his Florida House of Representatives salary, Miller worked as a federal congressional staffer for Representative Ric Keller, Representative Bill McCollum, and Senator Connie Mack, all of Florida.

 Between 2011 and 2014, Miller was a registered federal lobbyist, and helped maintain a federal contract for a company whose executives went on to be indicted for fraud.

 He claimed he didn’t know that he was even registered as a lobbyist.

 Miller is a career campaigner, working as a fundraiser for campaigns, including Senator Marco Rubio, Representative Katherine Harris, and Senator Mel Martinez, all of Florida.

 Miller worked primarily as a fundraising consultant through his firm, Advocacy Consulting.

 In 2016, Miller successfully pushed on behalf of his former lobbying firm for Florida state agencies to use at least $75,000 in taxpayer dollars to fix up a country club lake.

 Since being elected to the Florida House in 2014, Miller sponsored 39 bills, only 4 of which became law, despite Republicans holding a supermajority in the Florida Legislature.

 In October 2016, Miller appeared to see the influx of Puerto Ricans into Florida after Hurricane Maria as an opportunity to gain more voters and commented that he was “hoping” to speak with the refugees “about the values that I share with them.”

Over His Political Career, Miller Earned More Than $268,000 In Taxpayer-Funded Salaries

2014-2017: Miller Earned $93,647.25 In Salary As A Member Of The Florida House Of Representatives

Since Miller first took office in the Florida House of Representatives in 2014, he earned $29,697 per year as a state representative.

Over his three-and-a-half years in the Florida House of Representatives, Miller had earned a total of $93,647.25 in taxpayer-funded salary.

Year Salary 2017 $29,697 2016 $29,697 2015 $29,697 2014 $4,556.25 TOTAL $93,647.25

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[Florida House of Representatives House Salaries Search, accessed 12/12/17]

Note: Miller was employed by the state of Florida starting on 11/5/14. Thus his gross pay for 2014 was $4,556.25.

1991-2003: Miller Made At Least $174,396.67 While Working For Members Of Congress

Year Congressional Staffer Salary 2003 $35,772.20 2002 $67,961.15 2001 $64,496.65 2000 $6,166.67 1992 Unknown 1991 Unknown TOTAL $174,396.67 [Legistorm, accessed 12/11/17]

Employing Office Start End Position Amount Date Date Former Rep. Bill McCollum (R- 11/11/00 12/31/00 Employee, Part- $6,166.67 FL) Time 2000 Total: $6,166.67 Former Rep. Bill McCollum (R- 1/1/01 1/2/01 Employee, Part- $246.67 FL) Time Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/3/01 3/31/01 District Director $12,833.33 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 4/1/01 6/30/01 District Director $13,125 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 7/1/01 9/30/01 District Director $14,541.66 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 10/1/01 12/31/01 District Director $23,749.99 2001 Total: $64,496.65 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/1/02 1/2/02 District Director $305.56 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/3/02 3/31/02 District Director $15,155.56 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 4/1/02 6/30/02 District Director $15,500.01 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 7/1/02 9/30/02 District Director $15,500.01 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 10/1/02 12/31/02 District Director $21,500.01 2002 Total: $67,961.15 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/1/03 1/2/03 District Director $380.56 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/3/03 3/31/03 District Director $16,744.43 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 4/1/03 6/30/03 District Director $17,124.99 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 7/1/03 7/8/03 District Director $1,522.22 2003 Total: $35,772.20 [Legistorm, accessed 12/11/17]

NOTE: Miller’s salaries for the years 1991-2000 are unknown. Legistorm’s salary data goes back to October 1st, 2000. We were unable to find Reports of the Secretary of the Senate (Senate disbursements) dating between 1991 and 1992, the period in which Miller worked for Senator Connie Mack III. The reports were not available online and according to the Office of Public Records at the Secretary of the Senate, records from before 2008 have been destroyed.

2001-2003: Miller Worked As Representative Ric Keller’s District Director

January 2001-July 2003: Miller Earned $167,983.33 Worked As Florida Representative Ric Keller’s District Director. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

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Unknown-2001: Miller Worked As A Part-Time Employee For Representative Bill McCollum

Unknown-January 2001: Miller Worked As A Part-Time Employee For Former Representative Bill McCollum Of Florida. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

October 2000-January 2001: Miller Earned $6,413.34. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

NOTE: Legistorm’s salary data goes back only to October 1st, 2000.

1991-1992: Miller Worked As A Staff Assistant In Senator Connie Mack III’s Office

1991-1992: Miller Worked As A Staff Assistant In Senator Connie Mack’s Office. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

Salary Data For Miller’s Time With Senator Mack Was Unavailable Through Legistorm. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

NOTE: Salary data for Miller’s time with Senator Mack was unavailable. See above. Miller’s LinkedIn does not list any potential employment between 1991 and 2001.

2011-2014: Miller Was A Registered Federal Lobbyist Who Helped To Advance A Company Whose Executives Were Later Indicted For Fraud

Miller Was A Registered Federal Lobbyist And Helped Maintain A Federal Contract For A Company Whose Executives Were Later Indicted For Fraud

2011: Miller Referred MiLanguages To Jenkins Hill, A Government Relations Firm He Previously Worked At, After Being Contacted By A Former State Rep

Miller Claimed He Had Referred MiLanguages To Jenkins Hill After Being Contacted By Former State Rep. Trovillion. “Miller, who works as director of athletics marketing at private Rollins College, said he knew nothing about MiLanguages but did refer them to Jenkins Hill after he was contacted by former state Rep. Allen Trovillion, R-Winter Park. ‘He asked if I knew anyone that had a federal lobbyist,’ Miller said. ‘I told him I did business development for them.’” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

According To His LinkedIn, Miller Had Previously Worked At Jenkins Hill. “Vice President - Business Development Jenkins Hill Consulting June 2007 – December 2010 (3 years 7 months) Founded in 2005, Jenkins Hill Consulting, LLC is a privately owned bipartisan government relations firm, actively involved in the public policy issues dominating the federal political agenda. With over a century of combined Washington experience the partners at Jenkins Hill Consulting are recognized by Washington decision-makers as key players in the political and policy arena.” [LinkedIn, Mike Miller, accessed 2/1/18]

MiLanguages Was In Search Of A Lobbying Firm To Help Save A Contract A Federal Court Later Found They Had Lied To Obtain

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MiLanguages but did refer them to Jenkins Hill after he was contacted by former state Rep. Allen Trovillion, R- Winter Park. Jenkins Hill was brought in for one reason: to save the contract a federal court later found the company lied to obtain.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

MiLanguages Was Founded As A “Sham” Company As A Way For Its Owners To Obtain A Small Business Contract They Were Not Otherwise Eligible For. “MiLanguages was a firm started by Eduardo Blanchet and Daniel Guillan as a way to secure a $100 million small business contract they were not eligible to bid for, according to a 2012 news release from the U.S. attorney’s office in Tampa announcing their three-year federal prison sentences. A separate Orlando-based company owned by the two had already secured a $50 million contract in 2002 to teach foreign languages at MacDill. That contract stipulated that companies related to the first firm were not eligible for additional small business contracts. To get around that, Blanchet and Guillan formed MiLanguages and established ‘sham’ ownership — altering corporate records and state filings, the indictment alleged — but maintained financial and day-to-day control. Along with the prison sentences, the court ordered that the two had to return nearly $11 million to the federal government.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

Jenkins Hill Helped MiLanguages Secure An Extension To The Contract In 2012; The Company Dissolved In 2013. “‘The gentlemen that owned the company and had been involved for a number of years got indicted,’ Scott Barnhart, a partner with Jenkins Hill, said in an interview Wednesday. ‘The company turned to us to and another law firm to help them keep the contracts.’ MiLanguages held the contract until late 2013 after Jenkins Hill helped it secure an extension in 2012. State records showed the company dissolved in September 2013.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

According To Miller, Jenkins Hill Registered Him As A Federal Lobbyist For MiLanguages “Out Of An Abundance Of Caution;” Miller Claimed Not To Know He Had Been Registered As A Lobbyist

According To Miller, Jenkins Hill Registered Him As A Federal Lobbyist For MiLanuguages “Out Of An Abundance Of Caution” Because Of His Referral; Miller Claimed Not To Know He Had Been Registered As A Lobbyist. “Because he referred MiLanguages to Jenkins Hill, the lobbying firm listed Miller as a federal lobbyist on May 2011 registration forms. Miller says he did not know he was ever registered as a lobbyist until contacted by the Tribune/Scripps Capitol Bureau. ‘I contacted them and they told me I was registered out of an abundance of caution,’ Miller said during an interview Thursday. Barnhart confirmed that the company’s general counsel registered Miller out of an abundance of caution. The company filed 15 registration forms related to work with MiLanguages from 2011 to 2013 and Miller was only listed on one.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

May 2011: Miller Was Registered To Lobby On Behalf Of Jenkins Hill Consulting For Client MiLanguages. [Open Secrets, Lobbyist Profile, accessed 1/29/18; Secretary of the Senate Office of Public Records, Lobbying Disclosure Act Database, 5/2/11]

May 2014: Miller Was Removed From The List Of Lobbyists On Behalf Of Jenkins Hill Consulting For Client MiLanguages. [Secretary of the Senate Office of Public Records, Lobbying Disclosure Act Database, 5/29/14]

The Owners Of MiLanguages Were Sentenced To A Three-Year Federal Prison Sentence And Order To Return Nearly $11 Million To The Federal Government

The Owners Of MiLanguages Were Sentenced To A Three-Year Federal Prison Sentence And Order To Return Nearly $11 Million To The Federal Government. “MiLanguages was a firm started by Eduardo Blanchet and Daniel Guillan as a way to secure a $100 million small business contract they were not eligible to bid for, according to a 2012 news release from the U.S. attorney’s office in Tampa announcing their three-year federal prison sentences. A separate Orlando-based company owned by the two had already secured a $50 million contract in 2002 to teach foreign languages at MacDill. That contract stipulated that companies related to the first firm were not eligible for additional small business contracts. To get around that, Blanchet and Guillan formed MiLanguages

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and established sham ownership - altering corporate records and state filings, the indictment alleged - but maintained financial and day-to-day control. Along with the prison sentences, the court ordered that the two had to return nearly $11 million to the federal government.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

Tampa Tribune: “State House Candidate Mike Miller Of Winter Park Was Involved In Helping Save The Contract Of A Company Whose Owners Were Later Convicted Of Fraud In Federal Court.” “State House candidate Mike Miller of Winter Park was involved in helping save the contract of a company whose owners were convicted of fraud in federal court in a case arising from foreign language training at MacDill Air Force Base […] One month before the June 2011 indictment was unsealed, the company hired Washington-based lobbying firm Jenkins Hill Consulting to help them keep the contracts. Their business was steered toward the firm by Miller, who helped Jenkins Hill with business development from Central Florida.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

Miller Spent Over A Decade In Republican Campaign Fundraising

The St. Petersburg Times Described Miller As “A Veteran Republican Fundraiser”

February 2006: St. Petersburg Times Called Miller “A Veteran Republican Fundraiser.” “Just as her wobbly campaign for the Senate appeared to be steadying itself, Katherine Harris lost her finance director. Mike Miller, a veteran Republican fundraiser, resigned Friday. He is the second finance director to leave the Harris campaign since she started running to unseat Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson, but Miller said his departure is purely for personal reasons. ‘I want to be a dad and husband first,’ he said. He said he came to realize in November that the campaign required too much time away from his wife and two young children.” [St. Petersburg Times, 2/23/06]

2004-2010: Miller Was Director Of Advocacy Consulting, A Political Fundraising Firm

2004-2010: According To Linkedin, Miller Was The Director Of Advocacy Consulting, “A Central Florida Based Political Consulting And Fundraising Firm.” “A Central Florida based political consulting and fundraising firm. Since 2004, Advocacy has been focused on providing each campaign or cause the best opportunity to maximize its fundraising potential. Some of Advocacy Consulting's political clients have included current Congressmen Connie Mack, Tom Rooney, and Dennis Ross. Former Members of Congress include Katherine Harris, Ric Keller, Former U.S. Senator Mel Martinez and Former Florida Attorney General Bill McCollum, U.S. Senator Marco Rubio and the Galapagos Forever Foundation.” [LinkedIn, Mike Miller, accessed 2/1/18]

January 2003: Miller Established Advocacy Consulting LLC. “Document Number: L03000000065. FEI/EIN Number: 20-1805430. Date Filed: 1/02/03. State: FL. Status: INACTIVE. Last Event: ADMIN DISSOLUTION FOR ANNUAL REPORT. Event Date Filed: 9/25/15. Principal Address: 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789.” [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 9/25/15; Nexis Comprehensive Business Report, accessed 8/18/18]

September 2015: Advocacy Consulting LLC Was Dissolved. “Document Number: L03000000065. FEI/EIN Number: 20-1805430. Date Filed: 1/02/03. State: FL. Status: INACTIVE. Last Event: ADMIN DISSOLUTION FOR ANNUAL REPORT. Event Date Filed: 9/25/15. Principal Address: 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789.” [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 9/25/15; Nexis Comprehensive Business Report, accessed 8/18/18]

2010-2011: Miller Worked As A Consultant For Marco Rubio’s Senate Campaign

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Miller of Orlando, who worked was a fundraiser and consultant for Rubio’s 2010 U.S. Senate campaign” [Miami Herald, 4/7/15]

Rubio’s Federal Campaign Committee Paid $67,661 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, 5/23/11; 12/31/10; 12/3/10; 7/8/10; 5/28/10; 5/11/10; 5/3/10; 4/20/10; 3/31/10; 3/26/10; 2/26/10]

2010: Miller’s Firm Was Paid By Dennis Ross Campaign For Congress

Friends Of Dennis Ross Made A One-Time Payment Of $410 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting For “Fundraising Consultant.” [Federal Election Commission, 2/9/10]

2007-2010: Tom Rooney For Congress Paid A Total Of $78,710.39 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting Over Two Cycles

2009-2010: Tom Rooney For Congress Paid $7,180.39 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2007-2008: Tom Rooney For Congress Paid $71,530 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2007-2008: Miller Was The Treasurer For Tom Rooney’s Congressional Campaign Committee. [Federal Election Commission, 3/2/07]

2005: Miller Earned $750 Consulting On Ric Keller’s Campaign For U.S. House

August 2005: Miller Was Paid A One-Time Consulting Fee Through Advocacy Consulting Of $750 By Ric Keller’s Congressional Campaign. [Federal Election Commission, 8/4/05]

2004-2005: Miller Appeared To Have Worked For Connie Mack IV’s Campaign For U.S. Senate

Connie Mack For Congress Paid Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting $26,660. [Federal Election Commission, 8/8/05, 7/14/05; 7/13/05; 6/8/05; 2/16/05; 11/22/04]

2004: Miller Earned $17,000 Consulting On Mel Martinez’s Campaign For U.S. Senate

2004: Martinez For Senate Paid $17,000 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, 10/26/04; 11/10/04]

2005-2006: Miller Spent At Least Eight Months As Katherine Harris’ Senate Campaign Finance Director

October 2005- March 2006: Miller Worked For Then-Representative Harris’ Campaign For Election To U.S. Senate. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 1/18/18]

February 2006: Miller Resigned As Harris’ Finance Director But Claimed It Was For Personal Reasons: “I Want To Be A Dad And Husband First.” “Just as her wobbly campaign for the Senate appeared to be steadying itself, Katherine Harris lost her finance director. Mike Miller, a veteran Republican fundraiser, resigned Friday. He is the second finance director to leave the Harris campaign since she started running to unseat Democratic Sen. Bill Nelson, but Miller said his departure is purely for personal reasons. ‘I want to be a dad and husband first,’ he said. He said he came to realize in November that the campaign required too much time away from his wife and two young children.” [St. Petersburg Times, 2/23/06]

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Miller Had Been Harris’ Finance Director For Eight Months. “One minute, U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris would lavish campaign staffers with praise and hugs. The next she would lose her temper, screaming ‘stupid’ or ‘idiot’ at a startled employee. ‘You never know what you are going to get,’ said Mike Miller, who left in February after serving eight months as her finance director.” [St. Petersburg Times, 8/11/06]

March 2006: Harris’ Campaign Disbursed $6,000 To Miller For Finance Consulting, Despite Miller’s Resignation In February. [Federal Election Commission, 3/30/06]

February 2006: Miller Resigned On February 17th. “Just as her wobbly campaign for the Senate appeared to be steadying itself, Katherine Harris lost her finance director. Mike Miller, a veteran Republican fundraiser, resigned Friday.” [St. Petersburg Times, 2/23/06]

2000: Miller Was Assistant Finance Director For Bill McCollum

2000: According To Miller’s LinkedIn, Miller Was Assistant Finance Director For Bill McCollum. “During the 2000 election cycle, Mike served as Assistant Finance Director for Bill McCollum for Senate. Mike helped to coordinate all aspects of the campaigns fundraising operations in both the primary and general elections.” [LinkedIn, Mike Miller, accessed 2/1/18]

NOTE: Campaign finance reports from 2000 were not available to verify Miller’s statement or total his salary.

After Leaving Jenkins Hill For The State House, Miller Used His Influence To Cosign Letters Requesting Government Services On Behalf Of The Firm’s Clients

2016: While In The State Legislature, Miller Successfully Pushed On Behalf Of His Former Lobbying Firm For Florida State Agencies To Use At Least $75,000 In Taxpayer Dollars To Fix Up A Country Club Lake

June 2016: Miller Advocated For State Funding To Be Used To Clean Up Spring Lake, The Lake On The Country Club Of Orlando

Miller Wrote To An Official At The Florida Department Of Transportation: “This Is A Timely Opportunity To Solve A Long Running Drainage Issue…This Runoff Is The Main Source Of Current Golf Course Problems With Drainage As Well As The Pollution And Deterioration Of Spring Lake. “Alan, Thank you for returning my call on my inquiry. This is a timely opportunity to solve a long running drainage issue. Below is a brief summary of the situation: 1959-60: The Country Club of Orlando (CCO) gave the Road’s Board (Today’s FDoT) the right-of-way to engineer the spring lake basin (Princeton Street/Orange Blossom Trail/Colonial Drive) allowing for storm water runoff onto the golf course to channel into Spring Lake. This runoff is the main source of current golf course problems with drainage as well as the pollution and deterioration of Spring Lake.” [Email from Miller to Alan Hyman at the Florida Department of Transportation, 6/30/16]

Miller Proposed That The Florida Department Of Transportation Help Pay The Approximately $700,000 Cost Of Dredging Two Ponds On The Golf Course. “Proposed solution: CCO is renovating their golf course and are implementing several drainage efforts to help prevent any run off from the golf course from entering Spring Lake. The group at CCO would like FDoT to help with this effort by helping to pay for the dredging of two ponds that have been receiving storm water runoff from OBT and a pond that receives runoff from the Magic Mall / Colonial Drive. Initial estimates of cost based on renovation estimates of the adjacent golf course should be under $700,000.” [Email from Miller to Alan Hyman at the Florida Department of Transportation, 6/30/16]

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Miller’s E-Mail Was Co-Signed By C. Scott Barnhart, A Principal At Lobbying Firm Jenkins Hill, Where Miller Was Previously Vice President

Miller: “The Group Who Approached Me With This Issue Believes That FDoT And CCO Have A Unique Opportunity To Ultimately Solve A Problem With Runoff By Working Together.” “The group who approached me with this issue believes that FDoT and CCO have a unique opportunity to ultimately solve a problem with runoff by working together. The City of Orlando has committed past resources to this clean up effort but only to keep the status quo. Now that CCO is planning a renovation in the spring of 2017, there is a timely opportunity to get the drainage right. […] Thank you for working with me to solve this issue. Mike Miller” [Email from Miller to Alan Hyman at the Florida Department of Transportation, 6/30/16]

After Miller’s Signature Was The Signature Of The Principal Of Lobbying Firm Jenkins Hill. “C. Scott Barnhart Principal, Jenkins Hill Consulting, LLC, Jenkins Hill Group, LLC…” Note: See FOIA letter on the drive.

2007-2010: Miller Was The Vice President Of Business Development At Jenkins Hill Consulting. [LinkedIn, Mike Miller, accessed 1/24/18]

February 2017: The Country Club And The Florida Department Of Transportation Agreed To Split The $150,000 Cost For The Pump Cleaning System

Lawyer Rich Newsome Reported That “The Club And FDOT Agreed To Share Equally In The Cost Of Developing A Storm Water Harvest System” And That “Installation…[Would] Cost Approximately $150,000.” “Historically, as the results of our neighborhood effort, the City has already spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to clean up the Lake, primarily through the dredging of the DOT pond several years ago and through the installation of an underground collection device. Over the last year we also ramped up discussions with the City of Orlando and the FDOT. After numerous meetings, discussions and negotiations that have taken place over the past three years, both the City and the FDOT have agreed to the following projects as part of what we all hope will be the final solution to clean up the Lake: After extensive negotiations, the Club and FDOT agreed to share equally in the cost of developing a storm water harvest system to help treat the storm water runoff that comes onto the golf course from 441. […] Installation of this pump and pipe will cost approximately $150,000, and although it was not included in the Club’s original budget for the restoration, both the Club and the FDOT agreed to split the costs for this project. The pump and pipe will now be installed this Spring during the Club’s golf course restoration.” [Email from Rich Newsome to various, including Miller, re: “Spring Lake Project Update,” 2/9/17] Note: See primary document in FOIA folder on DCCC Research drive.

Newsome Was A Senior Partner At Law Firm Newsome Melton. “Rich Newsome is the senior partner of the Newsome Melton law firm and represents individuals and families in complex civil litigation.” [Newsome Law, accessed 1/25/18]

February 2017: In Response To Gratitude For Being A “Passionate Advocate” For The Country Club, Miller Said He Was “Happy To Be Of Service” And “A Lot Of Good People Helped Make This Happen”

Miller: “Happy To Be Of Service! A Lot Of Good People Helped Make This Happen!” “Happy to be of service! A lot of good people helped make this happen! Mike.” [Email from Miller to a group re: “Spring Lake Project Update,” 2/10/17] NOTE: See primary document in FOIA folder on DCCC Research drive.

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statesman who brought all of the parties to the table; to Representative Mike Miller who was a passionate advocate for both the neighbors and for the Club…” [Email from Rich Newsome to various, including Miller, re: “Spring Lake Project Update,” 2/9/17] Note: See primary document in FOIA folder on the DCCC Research drive.

The Orlando Country Club Was Located On The North And West Shores Of Spring Lake

The Orlando Country Club, Established In 1911, Was Located Along The North And West Shores Of Spring Lake. “The Orlando Country Club, which had been established in 1911 along the north and west shores of Spring Lake, made the area a scenic and exclusive region on the outskirts of Orlando.” [Spring Lake Community Website, Neighborhood History, accessed 1/24/18]

September 2017: Miller Threw A $500 Per Person Fundraiser At The Country Club Of Orlando

Miller Hosted A $500-Per-Head Fundraiser For His Congressional Campaign. “The Thursday evening, $500 per person fundraiser at the Country Club of Orlando aims to boost Miller’s campaign to first defeat fellow Republican candidate Scott Sturgill, a Sanford businessman, and then to take on Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy in the 2018 election.” [Florida Politics, 9/26/17]

Senator Rubio, Former Senators Martinez And Mack, All Former Employers Of Miller, Headlined The Fundraiser, As Well As Other Notable Florida Republicans. “U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, former U.S. Sens. Mel Martinez and Connie Mack III, and former Lt Gov. Toni Jennings headline a long host list for a congressional campaign fundraiser for state Rep. Mike Miller of Winter Park this week. […] The list of dozens of hosts, featuring Jennings and Martinez, two popular and once-powerful figures in Central Florida politics, also includes numerous current and former local Republican power brokers such as timeshare magnate David Siegel, airports board chairman Frank Kruppenbacher, attorney Marcos Marchena, financier Phil Handy, and former Walt Disney World President Dick Nunis. Former U.S. Reps. Ric Keller and Connie Mack IV, and former Florida House Speakers Dean Cannon and Steve Crisafulli. also are among the listed hosts.” [Florida Politics, 9/26/17]

Even With A Supermajority, Miller Passed Only Four Bills Into Law In Three Years

Since Being Elected To The Florida House In 2014, Miller Sponsored 39 Bills, Only 4 Of Which Became Law

Miller Sponsored A Total Of 39 Bills Over His Time In The Florida House; Miller’s Four Bills That Became Laws Were Not Controversial, And Passed Almost Unanimously

Miller Sponsorship Toplines Session # of Sponsorships # Became Law Regular Session 2018 3 Special Session 2017A 0 0 Regular Session 2017 20 3 Regular Session 2016 7 0 Special Session 2015C 0 0 Special Session 2015B 0 0 Special Session 2015A 0 0 Regular Session 2015 9 1 TOTAL 39 4 [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

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In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 925, A Bill Amending Provisions In The Department Of Financial Services. According to the bill’s text, HB 925 replaces “within the Division of Treasury, the Treasury Investment Committee with the Treasury Investment Council; requiring, rather than authorizing, the department to adopt amendments and interpretations of a specified code into the State Boiler Code; providing an exception from an examination requirement for nonresident all-lines adjuster license applicants who hold certain certifications; authorizing certain insurer employees to adjust specified claim losses or damage, etc.” The bill passed unanimously through the House and Senate to become law. [HB 925, 6/27/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 883, A Bill Establishing A Memory Disorder Clinic And Florida Hospital In Orange County. The bill establishes a memory disorder clinic at Florida Hospital in Orange County. The bill passed unanimously through the House and Senate to become law. [HB 883, 6/26/17]

In January 2017, Miller Introduced HB 6511, A Bill Compensating A Woman For Abuse Sustained As A Result Of Negligence On The Part Of The Department Of Children And Families. The bill “provides appropriation to compensate L.T. for injuries & damages sustained as result of negligence of employees of DCF; provides legislative intent re: certain Medicaid liens; provides limitation on payment of fees & costs.” The bill became law. The bill passed through the House with three nays and unanimously through the Senate to become law. [HB 6511, 6/2/17]

In March 2015, Miller Introduced HB 1329, A Local Bill Repealing Alcoholic Beverage License Exemptions In Winter Park. According to the bill’s text, HB 1329 is “an act relating to the City of Winter Park, Orange County; repealing chapters 63-2047 and 65-2402, Laws of Florida, relating to alcoholic beverage license exemptions.” The bill passed through the House with only one nay vote and unanimously through the Senate to become law. [HR 9067, 6/18/15]

While Miller Has Been In The State House, Republicans Have Maintained A Supermajority In The Legislature

Republicans Have A Supermajority In The Florida Legislature. “Redistricting, combined with the larger turnout of a presidential year, gave Florida’s Democrats opportunities to make inroads in the state Legislature, where Republicans hold a supermajority in the House and a large lead in the Senate. They underperformed. […] In the House, Republicans have 77 seats, Democrats have 38 and there are four seats in which the margin is less than 2 percent. Previous to this election, Republicans had 81 seats and Democrats had 39.” [Orlando Sun Sentinel, 11/8/16]

2014-2017: The Florida House Of Representatives Passed 626 Bills Into Law

2017: 178 House Bills Became Law. [Florida Senate, Bill List, accessed 2/1/18]

2016: 154 House Bills Became Law. [Florida Senate, Bill List, accessed 2/1/18]

2015: 146 House Bills Became Law. [Florida Senate, Bill List, accessed 2/1/18]

2014: 148 House Bills Became Law. [Florida Senate, Bill List, accessed 2/1/18]

The Florida House Of Representatives Has Comprised Of 120 Members. [Florida House of Representatives, List of Representatives, accessed 2/1/18]

After Hurricane Maria, Miller Noted He Was “Hoping” To Speak With Puerto Rican Refugees “About The Values That I Share With Them”

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October 2016: Miller Appeared To See The Influx Of Puerto Ricans Into Florida After Hurricane Maria As An Opportunity To Gain More Voters

Miller Said He Hoped To Talk To Puerto Ricans Who Relocated To Florida “About The Values That I Share With Them,” But Added He Was More Primarily Concerned About Their Humanitarian Needs. “Officials estimate 100,000 or more Puerto Ricans will relocate to Florida, at least temporarily. Many are expected to arrive in the Orlando area, where they have family ties, and an unemployment rate hovering around 4 percent means there’s demand for workers. As U.S. citizens, they can vote in any state. […] Republican State Representative Mike Miller has already announced his candidacy, and a Republican state senator is considering a challenge. ‘I’m hoping that I can talk to them about the values that I share with them,’ said Miller, adding that he’s more worried right now about the humanitarian needs of new arrivals than in their politics.” [Bloomberg Politics, 10/16/17]

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Miller’s History Of Broken Campaign Pledges & Flip-Flops

Significant Findings

 As a candidate in 2014, Miller said he would support Medicaid expansion, but once elected opposed expansion and denied he had pledged to do support it.

 In 2017, Miller said that repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act was “baseline”

 In 2015, Miller voted for bill that Democrats claimed opened the door to widespread fracking in environmentally sensitive areas, but when criticized, Miller claimed he had not time to review the bill.

 After the Pulse shooting in June 2016, which occurred in Miller’s district, Miller claimed he was open to tightening the state’s gun laws but said it was not the time to have a debate on gun control.

 Months later, Miller accepted NRA’s endorsement in his reelection bid.

 Miller said he would fight for working families, but voted for a partisan, anti-union bill to punish public- sector unions with low enrollment.

 During the 2016 Republican primary, Miller called Trump a “con artist,” but after the election, Miller hosted an “Orange County for Trump” party.

After Promising To Support Medicaid Expansion While Campaigning For State Legislature In 2014, Miller Reversed His Promise Once Being Elected

2014: At A Campaign Event, Miller Vowed His Support For Medicaid Expansion

2014: Reporting On A Debate Between Miller And His Opponent, Orlando-Politics Wrote “Both Candidates Supported The Expansion Of Medicaid.” “The affair began peacefully enough. With Stewart mentioning that she had unfinished business in Tallahassee, and voted for a budget that supported everyone in the room. Miller began the debate by thanking Tiger Bay, his supporters, and how enjoyed talking to the voters in the district. Both candidates supported the expansion of medicaid. Miller said it made no sense to be a donor state to the federal plan without getting something in return. Stewart said she voted for expansion in her first session.” [Orlando- Politics.com, 10/23/14]

Orlando-Politics: “Miller Said It Made No Sense To Be A Donor State To The Federal Plan Without Getting Something In Return.” “Both candidates supported the expansion of medicaid. Miller said it made no sense to be a donor state to the federal plan without getting something in return. Stewart said she voted for expansion in her first session.” [Orlando-Politics.com, 10/23/14]

2015: Once Elected, Miller Explicitly Denounced Expanding Medicare In A Legislative Update To Constituents

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hoping to use the issue to bolster their chances in next year’s elections. […] Plasencia, Cortes and Miller are all freshman legislators who beat newly elected Democrats in 2014. Plasencia and Miller both said during their campaigns they would support Medicaid expansion. None of the three responded to phone calls and email requests for comment. Miller, however, sent out a legislative update outlining his opposition to Medicaid expansion. ‘We oppose expanding Medicaid because it is a broken system with high inflation, unseverable federal strings, poor health outcomes, and no incentive for personal responsibility for those who are able to provide for themselves,’ the email states.” [Orlando Sentinel, 5/11/15]

The Florida Democratic Party Sent Out Robocalls Targeting Miller For His Opposition To Medicaid Expansion And His Lack Of Support For Including Medicaid In State Budget Talks, Despite It Being Supported By A GOP-Led Senate. “The Florida Democratic Party sent out mailers and robocalls last week slamming House Speaker Steve Crisafulli, R-Merritt Island, for adjourning his chamber three days early because the GOP-led Senate insisted Medicaid expansion be a part of budget talks. Republican Reps. Mike Miller of Winter Park, Bob Cortes of Altamonte Springs, Scott Plakon of Longwood and Rene Plasencia of Orlando were also among the 14 lawmakers targeted by the Democrats. Each lawmaker ‘walked away from his job so he didn’t have to vote on a bipartisan plan to expand access to health care,’ the robocall stated.” [Orlando Sentinel, 5/11/15]

Orlando Sentinel Columnist: “Miller Seems To Have Abandoned” His Pledge To Expand Medicaid

An Orlando Sentinel Columnist Called Attention To Miller’s Campaign Promise To Support Expanding Medicare. “One of the big questions in Tallahassee these days is whether House Speaker Steve Crisafulli (and his feisty lieutenant, Richard Corcoran) will be able to keep GOP members in lock-step opposition to a Medicaid expansion. Whispered talk suggests that some members actually agree with their peers in the Senate -- and believe it’s both morally and financially wise to provide health-care coverage to another 800,000 working-class Floridians - - but that these members are too scared to vote their conscience. I can’t help but wonder if freshman Republican Mike Miller from Orlando is one of them. Last year, when Miller was courting votes in an evenly split district, he not only vowed to work across the aisle, he specifically touted his support for expanding Medicaid.” [Orlando Sentinel, Scott Maxwell Columnist, 4/27/15]

Columnist Claimed That Once Elected, Miller “Seem[ed] To Have Abandoned That Pledge…What’s More, He Seem[ed] Scared To Talk About It.” “Yet Miller seems to have abandoned that pledge, voting for the House budget that excluded Medicaid money. What’s more, he seems scared to talk about it. Last week, I sent Miller a request to explain his actions now versus his promises before the election. He didn’t respond.” [Orlando Sentinel, Scott Maxwell Column, 4/27/15]

Column Headline: “Rep. Mike Miller - a health-care flip-flop?” [Orlando Sentinel, Scott Maxwell Columnist, 4/27/15]

2016: Miller Denied That He Had Broken A Campaign Promise To Expand Medicaid

Miller Denied That He Had Broken Any Campaign Promises And That He Had Expressed Concerns About The Long Term Uncertainty Surrounding Medicaid Expansion During His Campaign. “At a debate hosted by the Tiger Bay Club of Central Florida, Miller began on the hot seat, with a question about whether he broke a campaign promise when he said during his 2014 campaign that he would support the $51 billion Medicaid expansion, and then he didn’t do so. He argued Tuesday he did not break any promises. He said during the campaign he also expressed that he feared there were strings attached and had concerns about longterm uncertainties about federal funding.” [Florida Politics, 10/4/16]

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should probably take that money if we’re going to have that cost,’ Miller said. ‘The problem is, that’s not guaranteed money. We’re relying on the federal government to send that money to us. And if you watch Paul Ryan or anyone in the Republican leadership, they don’t want to send money down to the states. They’re trying to cut that Medicaid money off. I feel, and it’s my drive in the Legislature, to work toward alternatives, to bring the cost of health care down for everybody. Not just poor people. …We do help poor people,’ he said. ‘We do not let anybody go without health care.’” [Florida Politics, 10/4/16]

Miller Said Supporting Medicaid Expansion Was A Risk Because “If You Watch Paul Ryan Or Anyone In The Republican Leadership, They Don’t Want To Send Money Down To The States. They’re Trying To Cut That Medicaid Money Off.” …Miller said. ‘The problem is, that’s not guaranteed money. We’re relying on the federal government to send that money to us. And if you watch Paul Ryan or anyone in the Republican leadership, they don’t want to send money down to the states. They’re trying to cut that Medicaid money off. I feel, and it’s my drive in the Legislature, to work toward alternatives, to bring the cost of health care down for everybody. Not just poor people. …We do help poor people,’ he said. ‘We do not let anybody go without health care.’” [Florida Politics, 10/4/16]

2017: The Orlando Sentinel Reported That Miller Had Reversed His Stance On His 2014 Promise To Support Medicaid Expansion

Orlando Sentinel: Miller Faced Criticism For Reversing His Promise To Support Medicaid Expansion. “[Miller] has faced criticism in the past for reversing himself on his 2014 pledge to support Medicaid expansion for Florida, which he later said would have relied on money that was not guaranteed by the federal government.” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/30/17]

2017: Miller Toed The Party Line In His Support Of Repealing And Replacing The Affordable Care Act

Miller Stated That Repealing And Replacing Obamacare Is “The Baseline.” “Miller wouldn’t say whether he would have voted for the Republican health care bill that passed the House by four votes, saying ‘rather than go back and give the answer about a bill that may not be going anywhere ... I know what [Speaker] Paul Ryan was trying to do, but what I’m watching right now is a negotiation in real time.’ He said the House and Senate would work together to craft something that can pass both houses but stressed ‘we have to repeal and replace’ Obamacare. ‘That’s the baseline,’ he said.” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/30/17]

Miller Would Not State A Position When Asked Whether He Would Support House Republican Healthcare Bill, Said “We Have To Repeal And Replace” Obamacare. “He has faced criticism in the past for reversing himself on his 2014 pledge to support Medicaid expansion for Florida, which he later said would have relied on money that was not guaranteed by the federal government. Miller wouldn’t say whether he would have voted for the Republican health care bill that passed the House by four votes, saying ‘rather than go back and give the answer about a bill that may not be going anywhere ... I know what [Speaker] Paul Ryan was trying to do, but what I’m watching right now is a negotiation in real time.’ He said the House and Senate would work together to craft something that can pass both houses but stressed ‘we have to repeal and replace’ Obamacare.” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/30/17]

Miller Claimed To Be Open To Tightening Florida’s Gun Laws After Pulse, But Said It Was Not The Time To Have A Debate On Gun Control And Accepted NRA’s Endorsement

After The Pulse Shooting, Which Was Located In His House District, Miller Said He Was “Open To Tightening The State’s Gun Laws” And A National Conversation On How To Prevent Shootings

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June 2016: Miller Told The Tampa Bay Times He Was “Open To Tightening The State’s Gun Laws.” “Neither Gardiner, House Speaker Steve Crisafulli, nor Gov. Rick Scott would comment on whether or not they support the ‘no fly, no buy’ proposal. Legislators said they have been told privately by some Republican lawmakers they support the concept and Rep. Mike Miller, an Orlando Republican whose district office is two blocks from Pulse, told the Times/Herald on Sunday that he is open to tightening the state’s gun laws.” [Tampa Bay Times, 6/19/16]

Miller: “I Don’t Want Any Family To Think There Is Anything Political Here But…We’ve Got To Have A National Conversation About How We Can Prevent These Things.” “As their community reeled from the unimaginable bloodshed of a lone gunman, local elected leaders gingerly addressed this question Sunday: Do laws need to change to prevent this from happening again? ‘We have an ongoing debate about gun ownership in this country and we’re trying to prevent mental illness,’ said Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, whose district office is less than a mile from the Pulse nightclub. ‘We’ve got to put something in [the law] where we figure out if someone is having mental health issues’ before they can obtain a gun. […] Gardiner and Miller added, however, that the time would come for more answers. […] Miller, a first-term Republican state representative, said he was determined not to politicize the tragedy but the questions were unavoidable. ‘I don’t want any family to think there is anything political here but it’s a question that needs to be discussed,’ Miller said. ‘We’ve got to have a national conversation about how we can prevent these things.’” [Miami Herald, 6/13/16]

HEADLINE: “Orlando Gunman Attacks Gay Nightclub, Leaving 50 Dead.” [New York Times, 6/12/16]

The Pulse Nightclub Was Located In Miller’s District. “It doesn’t help Miller that Pulse, the gay nightclub where the shooting took place, is in his district.” [Miami Herald, 7/5/16]

…But Said It Was An Inappropriate Time For A Debate On Gun Control

Miller Told NPR In Interview Directly After The Shooting, “We Will Have To Have A Conversation [On Gun Control], But Not Today.” “I mean, the LGBT community here in central Florida - we’ve not ever experienced - at least since I’ve been in the House of Representatives, we’ve never experienced anything like this. And so, yeah, I wouldn’t pay it any mind at all. I would drive by just as any other place that we have here in central Florida. We encourage people to come to central Florida. We don’t discriminate based on anything. We want people to come. That’s why we have almost 100 million Floridians - or, excuse me - 100 million Americans come to Florida every year - 65 million of them come right here to Orlando. […] Well, I appreciated what, not only what President Obama said, but what Governor Scott said even earlier today. And that is - there will need to be a discussion at some point about that. I just - right now, standing here, literally within, you know, 200 yards of where 50 people died, I can’t speak to that right now. I just want to - I want to try to bring Orlando together in a loving, caring environment. I don’t want to talk about how we - we will have to have a conversation, but not today.” [Transcript, NPR Weekend Edition, 6/12/16]

After Pulse Massacre, Miller’s Record On Guns Drew Criticism From Democratic Opponent Henry Lim: “Unlike Miller, I Do Not Value NRA Money Over Human Life.” “Democrats, some of whom have supported National Rifle Association-backed gun bills, now see gun restrictions as a winning issue, perhaps none more so than Henry Lim, who’s running for the Florida House in District 47 against incumbent Rep. Mike Miller, R- Orlando. The nightclub where 49 people were massacred lies within that district. ‘Unlike Miller, I do not value NRA money over human life,’ Lim stated in a campaign fundraising email sent to supporters on Thursday. Lim, an immigration attorney, said calls to wait or to not infringe on Second Amendment rights are off the mark. ‘I am tired of doing nothing,’ he said.” [Orlando Sentinel, 6/17/16]

In An Emailed Statement, Miller Called The Statements “Shameful” And Claimed That It Was An Inappropriate Time To Have A Debate On Gun Control. “Miller, who voted for the campus-carry and the open-carry bills this year, would not agree to an interview but emailed a statement calling Lim’s fundraising

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email ‘shameful’ and that it was an inappropriate time to have a debate on gun control.” [Orlando Sentinel, 6/17/16]

Miller Did Not Appear To Have Received Any Donations From The NRA During The 2016 Campaign Cycle. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 1/8/18]

…And Accepted The National Rifle Association Endorsement In His Run For Re-Election To The State Legislature

Miller’s Run For Re-Election To The State Legislature Was Endorsed By The National Rifle Association. [Vote Smart, 10/7/16]

Miller Voted For Bill That Democrats Claimed Opened The Door To Widespread Fracking In Environmentally Sensitive Areas, But When Criticized, Miller Claimed He Had Not Time To Review The Bill

2015: Miller Voted For Legislation With The Potential To Expand Fracking In Florida, Then Claimed He Had Not Had A Chance To Review The Bill

Miller Voted To Pass A Bill House Republicans Claimed Would Provide For Regulation Of The Fracking Industry And Democrats Said Would Increase Fracking In Environmentally Sensitive Areas In Florida

Miller Voted To Pass A Bill Which Democrats Criticized As Opening The Door For Widespread Fracking Even In Environmentally Sensitive Areas. In April 2015, Miller voted for HR 1205. According to the Palm Beach Post, “The Florida House passed its own hydraulic oil fracturing bill on Monday, saying it would provide a framework to regulate the burgeoning industry while Democrats fiercely denounced the proposed law, saying it put out the welcome mat for fracking in environmental sensitive areas such as the Big Cypress Preserve. The bill (HB 1205) passed 82-34 along party lines after Democrats said the bill opens the door for widespread fracking – using high-pressured water and chemicals to force oil from deep within the earth – and that the process will poison water and make the state vulnerable to earthquakes, such as Oklahoma has been experiencing.” [Palm Beach Post, 5/27/15; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 4/27/15]

May 2015: The Bill Died On The Calendar. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/1/15]

Miller Said He Had Voted For The Bill Without Reviewing It

Miller Responded To A Mailer Attacking His Vote To Allow Fracking, Saying He Voted For The Bill Without Reviewing It. “Miller was the subject of a United for Progress mailer slamming him for voting for a bill to allow the controversial oil and drilling practice called fracking in the state in 2015. He says he voted for the bill without having a chance to review it, and voted against a similar bill this year after hearing from residents.” [Orlando Sentinel, 11/4/16]

2016: Miller Crossed Party Lines To Vote Against Expanding Fracking In Florida

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73-45 vote that was nearly along party lines. Republicans Halsey Beshears of Monticello, Chris Latvala of Clearwater, Mike Miller of Winter Park, Holly Raschein of Key Largo, Greg Steube of Sarasota, Jay Trumbull of Panama City and Charles Van Zant of Keystone Heights crossed party lines to vote against the measure.” [Palm Beach Post, 1/27/16; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 1/27/16]

Miller Said He Would Fight For Working Families, But Voted For A Partisan, Anti-Union Bill To Punish Public-Sector Unions With Low Enrollment

June 2017: Miller Said He Was Running For Congress To Fight For Working Families

“Running for congress is the right thing to do for Central Florida families just like ours. Additionally, my experience and understanding of our community would be valuable in the halls of Congress. Central Florida is ground zero for working families who, every day, are striving for the American Dream. SHARE if you believe our families are worth fighting for.” [Mike Miller, Facebook, 6/29/17]

January 2018: Miller Voted For A Partisan, Anti-Union Bill That Would Punish Public-Sector Unions With Low Enrollment

January 2018: Miller Voted For HB 25, A Republican Bill Which Would Force Public-Sector Unions With Low Enrollment To Petition For Recertification

January 2018: Miller Voted To Pass HB 25, A Republican Bill Which Would Force Public-Sector Unions With Low Enrollment To Petition The Public Employee Relations Commission For Recertification. “A controversial measure that could have a broad impact on public-sector unions in Florida passed the state House of Representatives on a mostly party-line vote Thursday, but faces more resistance in the Senate. Under the bill, FL HB25 (18R), public-sector unions that see their total dues-paying membership fall below half of those eligible would be forced to petition the Public Employee Relations Commission for recertification.” [Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 1/25/18; Politico, 1/25/18]

The Bill Would Exempt Unions Representing Police Officers, Prison Guards, And Firefighters. “The bill — fast-tracked by House leadership — would exempt unions that represent police officers, prison guards and firefighters. Bill sponsor Scott Plakon (R-Longwood) has argued his proposal would make unions more responsive, transparent and accountable.” [Politico, 1/25/18]

March 2018: The Bill Died In The Senate Commerce And Tourism Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, 3/10/18]

Public-Sector Unions Opposed The Bill

Unions Representing Teachers, Nurses, And Other Public-Sector Workers Criticized The Bill As “Union- Busting” And Called It Politically Motivated. “Unions representing teachers, nurses and other public-sector workers have hammered the proposal for weeks, describing it as old-school ‘union-busting.’ Florida Education Association President Joanne McCall has said the measure is a matter of political retribution. ‘H.B. 25 is not motivated by any public education need or public benefit,” she said. ‘It is motivated purely by politics. It’s an attempt to silence those who dare to speak out and speak up on behalf of our public schools and our students.’” [Politico, 1/25/18]

Florida Education Association, American Federation Of State, County, And Municipal Employees, And The Service Employees International Union Opposed The Bill. “Other labor groups besides the FEA that have vocally opposed the legislation include AFSCME and SEIU, which slammed the House following the vote. ‘Today’s vote takes us backwards,’ SEIU Florida President Monica Russo said in a statement. ‘Too many people

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across Florida are living paycheck to paycheck, but House Republicans just said ‘you're on your own.’’” [Politico, 1/25/18]

Democrats Claimed The Bill Would Disproportionately Affect Unions Representing Professions Dominated By Women

Democrats Claimed That It Would Disproportionately Affect Unions Representing Professions Dominated By Women. “Other Democrats observed that the measure would disproportionately affect unions that represent professions dominated by women, while unions for public safety professions like police officers and firefighters — which tend to be dominated by men — are exempted. Plakon, who was not on the House floor Thursday, has repeatedly rejected accusations that the bill was crafted to target women. But that has not assuaged the fears of lawmakers like state Rep. Lori Berman (D-Lantana) that the bill would have a ‘discriminatory effect.’” [Politico, 1/25/18]

During The 2016 Republican Primary, Miller Called Trump A “Con Artist,” But After The Election, Miller Hosted An “Orange County For Trump” Party

March 2016: At A Rubio Campaign Event, Miller Called Trump A “Con Artist”

Miller Criticized Trump University And Called Trump A “Con Artist”: “I Think Trump University Is Just The Pinnacle Of What We Are Seeing, The Con Artist In Action”

Miller: “I Think Trump University Is Just The Pinnacle Of What We Are Seeing, The Con Artist In Action.” “In preparation for Donald Trump’s speech and rally in Orlando Friday, two surrogates of U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio’s presidential bid stepped out to denounce Trump and urge Florida to back Rubio. At Rubio’s newly-opened Orlando campaign headquarters near downtown, Republican State Reps. Mike Miller of Orlando and Scott Plakon of Longwood called Trump ‘a con artist’ and ‘a conman.’ […] Miller went after Trump for his Trump University, which Miller contended puts people $35,000 in debt and gives them nothing for it. Rubio, he said, ‘is an honest, trustworthy person who, when I speak to him about my family and my concerns, he truly listens. I think Trump University is just the pinnacle of what we are seeing, the con artist in action,’ Miller said.” [Orlando Rising, 3/5/16]

Miller Criticized Trump’s Campaign: “[Trump] Does The Same Schtick Everywhere He Goes And It’s Really Non-Substantive.”

Miller: “You Know [Trump’s] Going To Say The Same Thing Over And Over And Over…He Does The Same Schtick Everywhere He Goes And It’s Really Non-Substantive.” “Reps. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, and Scott Plakon, R-Longwood, criticized Trump and explained why they thought Rubio was the right choice for president at a news conference Saturday morning at Rubio’s campaign headquarters in Orlando. ‘You know he’s [Trump] going to say the same thing over and over and over. That’s what he’s been doing…’ Miller said talking about Trump’s comments at UCF. ‘He does the same shtick everywhere he goes and it’s really non-substantive.’ […] Miller pointed to the controversy surrounding Trump University, calling the business mogul a ‘con artist.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 3/5/16]

July 2017: Miller Refused To Talk About Trump, Saying, “I’m Not Running For President, I’m Running For Congress”

Asked About Trump, Miller Demurred, Saying, “I’m Not Running For President.” “While Miller tied Murphy to Pelosi, Republican President Donald Trump could play an even bigger role in a midterm race, when ruling parties typically lose seats. Asked about Trump, Miller said, ‘I’m not running for president, I’m running for

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Congress. ... Is there historical precedence for the party in power to lose seats? Yes. But is this a usual election cycle? I’m betting it isn’t.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/28/17]

October 2017: Miller Hosted An “Orange County For Trump Cocktail Kickoff”

A Spokeswoman For Miller’s 2018 House Campaign Said That The “Orange County for Trump Cocktail Kickoff” Event Was Not A Fundraiser. “The flyer cited Miller’s role on the host committee for a ‘Orange County for Trump Cocktail Kickoff’ event. A spokeswoman for Miller’s 2018 U.S. House campaign said the event was not a fundraiser.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/30/17]

A Flyer In A 2017 City Council Race Tied A Democratic Candidate To “Trump Fundraiser” Mike Miller, Citing Miller’s Role On The Host Committee For A “Orange County For Trump Cocktail Kickoff” Event. “While Orlando City Commissioner Robert Stuart gets out of bed each day to help others, his opponent [Asima Azam does the bidding of developers to support a luxurious lifestyle, ‘just like Donald Trump.’ So says a new flyer in the race to represent College Park and other north Orlando neighborhoods on the City Council. […] But Stuart’s campaign countered that Azam’s backers were first to bring national politics into the race, citing a flyer by the Florida Cares PAC that called Stuart a ‘fake Democrat’ supported by ‘Trump fundraiser’ Mike Miller, a Republican state representative. The flyer cited Miller’s role on the host committee for a ‘Orange County for Trump Cocktail Kickoff’ event.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/30/17]

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[Facebook, Mike Miller, 10/29/15] NOTE: Image saved on the DCCC Research drive.

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Personal & Professional

History

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Biography

This section provides background information on Mike Miller’s personal life, including education, personal finances, criminal and civil record, and other areas. Searches were conducted with various local media in Florida and Orange County, media outlets including the Orlando Sentinel, Miami Herald, and the Tampa Bay Times, as well as a number of other online resources, including Lexis- Nexis and online records for the Florida House of Representatives.

Michael Joseph “Mike” Miller is a 58-year-old Republican candidate for Florida’s 7th Congressional District, a seat held by Democratic Rep. Stephanie Murphy. Miller graduated from the University of Florida with B.A. in History in 1990, and earned his MBA from Rollins College in Florida in 2008.

From 1991 to 1992, Miller worked as a staff assistant for then-U.S. Senator Connie Mack III. In 2000, Miller worked for then-Representative Bill McCollum (FL-08). From 2001 to 2003, Miller worked as district director for Rep. Ric Keller (FL-08). Miller established his consulting company, Advocacy Consulting LLC, in 2003 and worked as a finance consultant on various campaigns before he closed the LLC in 2015. During the 2010 cycle, Miller worked as a fundraising consultant on Marco Rubio’s campaign for U.S. Senate. He also endorsed Rubio for president in the 2016 election. He was most recently employed as director of marketing and corporate sponsorship for athletics at Rollins College, which he left before launching his bid for the Florida House of Representatives in 2014.

Birth Date

1968: Miller Was Born

Miller Was Born On May 18th, 1968. [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 1/22/18]

Education

2008: Miller Received His MBA From Rollins College

Miller Earned His MBA At Rollins College While Working At The School. “After working under multiple politicians, including Marco Rubio when he won his U.S. Senate race, Miller took a break from politics and worked at Rollins College. During his time at the school, Miller worked on his master’s degree and graduated with an MBA in 2008.” [Orange Observer, 7/27/17]

1990: Miller Graduated From The University Of Florida

Miller Graduated From The University Of Florida After Transferring From The University Of North Carolina At Chapel Hill. “Born and raised in Washington, Miller initially made his way to Florida after transferring from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill to the University of Florida to play baseball. After graduating in 1990 from Florida, and knowing he wouldn’t make it playing baseball professionally, Miller decided to return to D.C. to explore his interests in politics.” [Orange Observer, 7/27/17]

The NRCC Claimed That Miller Had Had A Successful College Baseball Career. “After a successful college baseball career Mike worked for some of Florida’s legendary common-sense conservatives like US Senator Connie Mack, Congressman Bill McCollum, and US Senator Mel Martinez.” [GOP Young Guns press release, accessed 12/8/17]

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Career

The following provides a brief overview of Miller’s professional career:

Political  [2014-Present]: State Representative, District 47  [2011-2014]: Registered federal lobbyist  [2010-2011]: Finance Consultant, Kurt Kelly for Congress  [2009-2010]: Finance Consultant, Marco Rubio for Senate  [2007-2010]: Finance Consultant, Tom Rooney for Congress  [2004-2005]: Finance Consultant, Connie Mack IV for Senate  [October-November 2004]: Finance Consultant, Mel Martinez for Senate  [2001-2003]: District Director, Rep. Ric Keller  [Unknown-2001]: Part-time staffer, Rep. Bill McCollum  [2000]  [1991-1992]: Staff Assistant, US Sen. Connie Mack III

Professional  [2011-2014]: Director of Marketing and Corporate Sponsorship, Athletics, Rollins College  [2004-2010] Director, Advocacy Consulting  [2007-2010]: Vice President, Business Development, Jenkins Hill Consulting  [2007-2008]: Business Development Officer, CNL Bank

Miller Claimed To Have Helped A Small Juice Business Become A $60 Million Company

Miller Claimed To Have Helped “A Small Juice Business Grow Into A $60 Million Company.” “After helping a small juice business grow into a $60 million company and starting his own small business in Winter Park - Mike earned his MBA from Rollins College, where he is now the Director of Athletics Marketing. Mike’s business background gives him the fresh perspective that so many in government lack. He knows that the best way to create prosperity and opportunity for Central Florida families is by getting government out of the way of job creation, keeping taxes low, and fighting for our children’s quality education.” [Mike Miller for State Representative via Internet Archive, accessed 12/18/17]

Miller Also Claimed To Be A Small Business Owner

Miller Claimed He Started His Own Small Business. “After helping a small juice business grow into a $60 million company and starting his own small business in Winter Park - Mike earned his MBA from Rollins College, where he is now the Director of Athletics Marketing.” [Mike Miller for State Representative via Internet Archive, accessed 12/18/17]

2003-2017: Miller Owned Two Consulting Businesses

2003-2015: Advocacy Consulting LLC Was Registered To Nora And Michael Miller At 375 Sylvan Drive

2004-2010: According To LinkedIn, Advocacy Consulting Was Active. [LinkedIn, Mike Miller, accessed 2/1/18]

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FL 32789.” [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 9/25/15; Nexis Comprehensive Business Report, accessed 8/18/18]

Nora Miller Was The Registered Agent And Both Nora And Michael Miller Were Title Managers. “Registered Agent Name & Address: MILLER, NORA H, ESQ., 15 N. EOLA DRIVE, ORLANDO, FL 32801. […] Title MGR: MILLER, MICHAEL J, 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789. Title MGR: MILLER, NORA L, 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789.” [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 9/25/15]

2017-Present: Ambassador Consulting LLC Was Registered To Nora Miller At 375 Sylvan Drive

May 2017-Present: Ambassador Consulting LLC Was Active. “Document Number: L17000119639. FEI/EIN Number: NONE. Date Filed: 5/31/17. State: FL. Status: ACTIVE. Principal Address: 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789. Mailing Address: 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32789.” [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 5/31/17; Nexis Comprehensive Business Report, accessed 8/18/18]

Nora Miller Was The Registered Agent And Michael Miller Was The Title Manager. “Registered Agent Name & Address: GRAY ROBINSON, P.A., 301 E. PINE STREET, SUITE 1400, ATTENTION NORA MILLER, ORLANDO, FL 32801. Authorized Person(s) Detail: Name & Address: Title MGR: MILLER, MICHAEL J, 375 SYLVAN DRIVE, WINTER PARK, FL 32801.” [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 5/31/17]

Rollins College

Miller Claimed To Work At Rollins College After The Date The School Stated He Had Left

Miller Was Criticized By Opponent For Misrepresenting His Employment Record To The Orlando Sentinel And On His Facebook After The Date Rollins College Stated He Left. “Stewart’s campaign contends that Miller lied about his employment status at Rollins College as director of marketing and sponsorship for athletics. Miller says he resigned on Aug. 27 after winning the Republican primary for District 47 State Representative. Rollins College said his last day as an employee was June 30. In his candidate interview with the Orlando Sentinel prior to the Aug. 26 primary, Miller said, ‘I currently work in higher education at Rollins College’ and listed his occupation as marketing director for Rollins College’s athletic department. Numerous publications, blogs and websites continue to identify him as an employee of Rollins -- as does his own Facebook page.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/29/14]

Miller Claimed That “It Was My Belief That I Was Still Considered A Rollins Employee” Until His Official Resignation At The End Of August, Though He Admitted He Was Not Paid After June

Miller Claimed, “It Was My Belief That I Was Still Considered A Rollins College Employee Up Until I Officially Resigned On August 27, 2014”; Rollins Said He Was Not Paid After June. “Miller, now between jobs, said he believed he was still working for Rollins leading up to the primary election. “Let me be very clear, it was my belief that I was still considered a Rollins College employee up until I officially resigned on August 27, 2014,” he said in an email. A Rollins spokeswoman said Miller was not paid or coming to work after June.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/29/14]

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2014: While Working For Rollins College, Miller Unsuccessfully Advocated For Bringing A Minor League Baseball Team To Winter Park

While Working At Rollins College, Miller Facilitated An Unsuccessful Deal Between Rollins College, The City Of Winter Park, And The Brevard County Manatees To Bring The Minor League Baseball Team To The Area. “The City of Winter Park, the Brevard County Manatees, and Rollins College have reached a tentative deal to bring the minor league baseball team to Winter Park, beginning with the 2016 season. Mike Miller of Rollins College is spearheading the effort. He says Alfond Stadium, where Rollins currently plays, will be rebuilt into a 2,500 seat minor league stadium which the college and team will share.” [Fox News Orlando, via Brewerfan Forum, accessed 12/13/17]

The Move Would Have Made Use Of A $9 Million Dollar Federal Tax Credit For Stadium Reconstruction. “The Manatees will be expected to contribute $2 million to the stadium reconstruction. The final $9 million will come from a federal tax credit called the ‘New Markets Tax Credit,’ a credit designed to help economic redevelopment in areas that need improvement. Miller says that, after more than 3 years of chasing the baseball dream in Winter Park, he is excited to try and finish this deal. ‘When you go to a baseball stadium on a summer night and you see a professional team and these guys are out there working hard, and you see families having a great time together and not spending thousands of dollars, it’s a magical place. I believe Winter Park is a magical place. Putting those two things together will make a wonderful opportunity.’” [Fox News Orlando, via Brewerfan Forum, accessed 12/13/17]

August 2014: The Efforts Were Abandoned. “There’s no crying in baseball, but fans of the game in Winter Park could be forgiven for shedding a tear or two. The city announced Thursday that it has abandoned efforts to bring a minor league baseball team to town. City Manager Randy Knight said the financial numbers just didn’t add up in four-way negotiations involving the city, Rollins College, the Brevard Manatees and the Ravaudage development. ‘We’re calling it quits,’ Knight said. ‘We were looking for a win-win-win-win, but we couldn’t get to a deal that works for all the four parties.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 8/14/14]

Criminal Record

Miller Was Arrested Twice, In 1990 And 1991

1991: Miller Was Booked For Misdemeanor Driving With A Suspended License, But The Case Was Disposed. “1991: Booked for misdemeanor driving with a suspended license. Case disposed due to lack of prosecutorial evidence. Alachua County Court, Case Number 011991CT003411A; Arrest Date 7/11/91; Case Filing Date 7/11/91.” [Alachua County Clerk, 7/11/91]

1990: Miller Was Booked For “Misdemeanor Tampering With/Theft Of Utility Or Cable Service” And Pled No Contest. “1990: Booked for misdemeanor tampering with/theft of utility or cable service. Pled no contest. Adjudication withheld. Alachua County Court, Case Number 011990MM003318A; Arrest Date 4/13/1990; Case Filing Date 4/18/1990.” [Nexis Criminal Records search, accessed 8/17/18; Alachua County Clerk, 4/18/90]

Miller: “Oh, Yeah, I Broke A Phone In College. It Was A Stupid Thing To Do…I Was A Dumb College Kid Who Made A Mistake.” “‘Oh, yeah, I broke a phone in college. It was a stupid thing to do,’ [Miller] said. ‘I was a dumb college kid who made a mistake.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 8/11/14]

2014: Miller Apparently Told The Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board He Had Never Been Arrested, Then Later Claimed He Did Not Consider His Arrests As Arrests “Because He Was Never Taken To Jail”

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2014: Miller’s State Legislature Primary Opponent Accused Miller Of Lying About His Arrest Record By Telling The Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board He Had Never Been Arrested. “Pearson’s camp has accused Miller of lying to the Orlando Sentinel editorial board when he said he had never been arrested. Records show Miller was charged with breaking a pay phone in 1990 and driving with a suspended license in 1991. Miller said he didn’t consider those arrests because he was never taken to jail. He admits the incidents but says they occurred more than 20 years ago when he was a college student. ‘Oh, yeah, I broke a phone in college. It was a stupid thing to do,’ he said. ‘I was a dumb college kid who made a mistake.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 8/10/14]

Miller Contended That He Did Not “Consider Those Arrests Because He Was Never Taken To Jail.” “Pearson’s camp has accused Miller of lying to the Orlando Sentinel editorial board when he said he had never been arrested. Records show Miller was charged with breaking a pay phone in 1990 and driving with a suspended license in 1991. Miller said he didn’t consider those arrests because he was never taken to jail. He admits the incidents but says they occurred more than 20 years ago when he was a college student. ‘Oh, yeah, I broke a phone in college. It was a stupid thing to do,’ he said. ‘I was a dumb college kid who made a mistake.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 8/10/14]

NOTE: Video of original Orlando Sentinel interview saved on the DCCC Research drive.

Judgments Or Liens

Miller And His Businesses Were Not Associated With Any Judgments Or Liens

As Of January 2018, Miller Was Not Associated With Any Judgments, Or Liens. [Nexis Bankruptcy, Judgments, & Liens search, accessed 8/18/18]

Bankruptcy Filings

Miller And His Businesses Were Not Associated With Any Bankruptcy

As Of January 2018, Miller Was Not Associated With Any Bankruptcy. [Nexis Bankruptcy, Judgments, & Liens search, accessed 8/18/18]

Voter Registration & History

According to Votebuilder, Miller’s voting history is depicted below:

Miller Voting History Muni Muni Pres Special General Primary Primary Runoff Municipal Primary Special Primary 2016 P E P 2015 2014 P P 2013 2012 E P E 2011 P 2010 P M P 2009 2008 P P P

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2007 2006 P P 2005 P 2004 P P 2003 2002 A P P 2001 P 2000 A P 1999 1998 P [Michael Joseph Miller profile, Votebuilder Florida, accessed 1/18/18]

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Personal Finance

In 2017, Miller had an estimated net worth of between -$72,946 and $458,000.

According to Miller’s federal candidate personal financial disclosures, his 2017 annual unearned income was $54,000. Miller’s assets totaled between $217,057 and $1,073,000. Miller had between $290,003 and $615,000 in liabilities.

Miller’s Personal Financial Disclosure Summary

Miller PFD Toplines Year Earned Asset Value Unearned Income Transactions Liabilities Income MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX MIN MAX 2017 $54,000 $217,057 $1,073,000 Did not Did not None None $290,003 $615,000 report report disclosed disclosed 2016 $47,406 $792,253 $792,253 Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown $390,612 $390,612 2015 $28,022 $783,090.38 $783,090.38 Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown $409,124.33 $409,124.33 2014 $65,900 $737,492.18 $737,492.18 Unknown Unknown Unknown Unknown $303,388.84 $303,388.84 [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17; Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17; Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16; Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

Taxpayer-Funded Salaries

2014-2017: Miller Earned $93,647.25 In Salary As A Member Of The Florida House Of Representatives

Since Miller first took office in the Florida House of Representatives in 2014, he earned $29,697 per year as a state representative.

Over his three-and-a-half years in the Florida House of Representatives, Miller had earned a total of $93,647.25 in taxpayer-funded salary.

Year Salary 2017 $29,697 2016 $29,697 2015 $29,697 2014 $4,556.25 TOTAL $93,647.25 [Florida House of Representatives House Salaries Search, accessed 12/12/17]

NOTE: Miller was employed by the state of Florida starting on 11/5/14. Thus his gross pay for 2014 was $4,556.25.

1991-2003: Miller Made At Least $174,396.67 While Working For Members Of Congress

Year Congressional Staffer Salary 2003 $35,772.20

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2002 $67,961.15 2001 $64,496.65 2000 $6,166.67 1992 Unknown 1991 Unknown TOTAL $174,396.67 [Legistorm, accessed 12/11/17]

Employing Office Start Date End Date Position Amount Former Rep. Bill McCollum (R-FL) 11/11/00 12/31/00 Employee, Part-Time $6,166.67 2000 Total: $6,166.67 Former Rep. Bill McCollum (R-FL) 1/1/01 1/2/01 Employee, Part-Time $246.67 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/3/01 3/31/01 District Director $12,833.33 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 4/1/01 6/30/01 District Director $13,125 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 7/1/01 9/30/01 District Director $14,541.66 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 10/1/01 12/31/01 District Director $23,749.99 2001 Total: $64,496.65 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/1/02 1/2/02 District Director $305.56 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/3/02 3/31/02 District Director $15,155.56 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 4/1/02 6/30/02 District Director $15,500.01 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 7/1/02 9/30/02 District Director $15,500.01 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 10/1/02 12/31/02 District Director $21,500.01 2002 Total: $67,961.15 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/1/03 1/2/03 District Director $380.56 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 1/3/03 3/31/03 District Director $16,744.43 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 4/1/03 6/30/03 District Director $17,124.99 Former Rep. Ric Keller (R-FL) 7/1/03 7/8/03 District Director $1,522.22 2003 Total: $35,772.20 [Legistorm, accessed 12/11/17]

State Pension

Miller Was Not Eligible For A State Pension

Only Members Of The Florida Legislature Who Had Performed Eight Years Of Creditable Service Were Eligible. “Normal retirement date” for Pension Plan members who initially enrolled on or after July 1, 2011 is attained for Regular Class, Elected Officers’ Class, and Senior Management Service Class members at either age 65 and 8 years of creditable service or 33 years of creditable service regardless of age…” [My Florida Retirement System, Summary Plan Description, accessed 1/29/18]

July 2017: Miller Announced He Was Leaving The Florida House At The End Of His Term, After Being Elected In 2014 And Re-Elected In 2016. “U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy pulled off an upset victory over an incumbent congressman in 2016. Now state Rep. Mike Miller looks to do the same to her next year, but he first has to navigate what could be a tough fight for his party’s nomination. Murphy, D-Winter Park, is among the top Republican targets nationwide. Miller, a Republican from Winter Park, announced last month he was leaving Tallahassee and filing to run for Congress.” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/28/17; Florida House of Representatives, accessed 1/29/18]

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If Miller Continued In The Florida Legislature, He Would Receive A Taxpayer Funded Pension Starting At Age 65. [My Florida Retirement System, accessed 1/3/18]

Florida State Legislators Benefited From Being Included In The Special Elected Officers’ Class, Which Allows Them To Accrue Benefits Faster And Retire With Bigger Payments. “For the hundreds of thousands of public workers in Florida’s statewide pension plan, not everyone is treated equally — the best benefits go not to teachers or rank-and-file office workers, but to a small minority of high earners including judges and elected officials. State and local officeholders are entitled by law to special treatment that allows them to accrue benefits faster and retire with bigger payments than most other workers. The separate class was created and modified over the years by the Florida Legislature, whose 160 members also are covered by it. […] Among retirees in the state retirement system, former elected officers collected an average pension of $42,414 last year, nearly three times more than general employees. And some do far better.” [Orlando Sun Sentinel, 3/13/11]

Campaign Salaries

Miller Earned $255,917.39 In Campaign Salaries

2012: Miller Earned $980 Consulting On Allen West’s Campaign For House. [Federal Election Commission, 2/29/12]

2010-2011: Miller Earned $18,062 Consulting On Kurt Kelly’s Campaign For House. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2010-2011: Rubio’s Federal Campaign Committee Paid $62,055 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, 2/26/10; 3/26/10; 3/31/10; 4/20/10; 5/3/10; 5/11/10; 5/28/10; 7/8/10; 12/3/10; 12/31/10; 5/23/11]

2010: Miller Earned $410 Consulting On Dennis Ross’ Campaign For Congress. [Federal Election Commission, 2/9/10]

2007-2010: Miller Earned $78,710.39 Consulting On Tom Rooney’s Campaign For House. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18; Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2005-2006: Miller Earned $50,290 In Salary Working For Rep. Katherine Harris’ Campaign For Senate. [Federal Election Commission, 9/15/05; 10/6/05; 10/14/05; 10/20/05; 10/31/05; 11/15/05; 11/22/05; 11/30/05; 12/15/05; 12/30/05; 12/30/05; 2/28/06; 2/28/06; 3/30/06]

2005: Miller Earned $750 Consulting On Ric Keller’s Campaign For House. [Federal Election Commission, 8/4/05]

2004-2005: Miller Earned $26,660 Consulting On Connie Mack IV’s Campaign For Senate. [Federal Election Commission, 11/22/04; 2/16/05; 6/8/05; 7/13/05; 7/14/05; 8/8/05]

2004: Martinez For Senate Paid $18,000 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, 10/26/04; 11/10/04]

NOTE: See Political Career section.

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Political Career

This section provides an overview of Miller’s political career, from 1991 to 2018.

Significant Findings

 In the summer of 2017, Miller announced his run for U.S. Congress and that he would not be running for re-election to the Florida House.

 In 2017, Miller missed significant special session and committee votes in the state legislature.

 In 2016, Miller handily won re-election to the Florida House.

 Miller was endorsed by Democratic Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer.

 Miller significantly outraised his Democratic opponent.

 During the campaign Miller was criticized for a pro-fracking vote, which he explained by saying that he had voted for without reading.

 In 2014, Miller denied he had been pressured to change his support for Speaker of the Florida House, despite shifting his support from a candidate who had been shunned by the Republican establishment at the last minute.

 Miller’s 2014 race for state legislature was competitive.

 Marco Rubio endorsed Miller.

 During the campaign, it was revealed that Miller had in 2011 referred a company whose executives went on to be indicted for fraud in 2014 to lobbying firm Jenkins Hill, at which Miller worked as a consultant.

 He claimed he didn’t know that he was even registered as a lobbyist.

 During the campaign, Miller was accused of lying about his criminal record; during college he broke a pay phone and the year after graduated he was charged with driving with a suspended license.

 Miller claimed that he didn’t consider these instances “arrests” because he was never taken to jail.

 Miller has done fundraising consulting for many Florida Republican congressional campaigns.

 In 2012, Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting received a one-time payment from Allen West’s congressional campaign.

 From 2010 to 2011, Kurt Kelly’s failed congressional campaign employed Miller through his LLC Advocacy Consulting.

 Marco Rubio’s 2010 re-election campaign had employed Miller through his LLC Advocacy Consulting.

 In 2010, Dennis Ross’ campaign for Congress paid Miller a one-time fee for consulting.

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 From 2007 to 2010, Tom Rooney for Congress employed Miller for fundraising consulting through his LLC Advocacy Consulting over the course of two campaign cycles.

 After working for Representative Harris’ 2006 campaign for U.S. Senate for eight months, Miller resigned. He claimed he left to spend time with his family, despite reports of internal upheaval on the campaign.

 In 2004 through 2005, Miller worked for Connie Mack IV’s campaign for Congress.

 In 2004, Miller worked for Mel Martinez’s campaign for Senate.

 From 2001 to 2003, Miller worked as Representative Keller’s district director. He also was paid a one-time consulting fee in 2005 by Keller’s campaign.

 From around 2000 to 2001, Miller worked as a part-time employee for Representative McCollum.

 In 2000, Miller was assistant finance director for Bill McCollum

 From 1991 to 1992, Miller worked as a staff assistant in Senator Mack’s office.

2018 U.S. House Race For Florida’s 7th Congressional Seat

Endorsements

September 2017: Former U.S. Senator Mel Martinez Endorsed Miller For Congress

Former U.S. Senator Mel Martinez Endorsed Miller For Congress And Called Him A “Conservative Republican Who Will Cut Taxes And Government Spending.” “Former U.S. Sen. and former Orange County Chairman Mel Martinez has endorsed state Rep. Mike Miller of Winter Park in the battle for Florida’s 7th Congressional District, Miller’s campaign announced Wednesday. ‘Mike Miller knows that a strong America is a prosperous America and I’m proud to support and endorse him to represent us in the U.S. Congress,’ Martinez stated in the release. ‘Mike is a conservative Republican who will cut taxes and government spending while making sure we completely destroy ISIS and those who would do Americans harm.’” [Florida Politics, 9/20/17]

August 2017: Senator Marco Rubio Endorsed Miller For Congress

U.S. Senator Marco Rubio Endorsed Miller For Congress. “Today, United States Senator Marco Rubio enthusiastically endorsed Mike Miller in his campaign to unseat Democratic incumbent, Stephanie Murphy, in Florida’s 7th Congressional District. ‘I’m proud to announce my support for Mike Miller for Congress today,’ said United States Senator Marco Rubio. ‘Jeanette and I have known Mike & Nora for many years, and like us, they are raising their children and serving in public office, all while balancing the same challenges Florida families do every day. Mike is a tireless advocate for Central Florida and will bring his conservative values to Washington and give me a great partner to work with in the Congress.’” [Florida Politics, 8/14/17]

Fundraising

September 2017: Miller Threw A $500 Per Person Fundraiser At The Country Club Of Orlando

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Senator Rubio, Former Senators Martinez And Mack, And Former Lieutenant Governor Jennings Headlined The Fundraiser, As Well As Other Notable Florida Republicans. “U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, former U.S. Sens. Mel Martinez and Connie Mack III, and former Lt Gov. Toni Jennings headline a long host list for a congressional campaign fundraiser for state Rep. Mike Miller of Winter Park this week. […] The list of dozens of hosts, featuring Jennings and Martinez, two popular and once-powerful figures in Central Florida politics, also includes numerous current and former local Republican power brokers such as timeshare magnate David Siegel, airports board chairman Frank Kruppenbacher, attorney Marcos Marchena, financier Phil Handy, and former Walt Disney World President Dick Nunis. Former U.S. Reps. Ric Keller and Connie Mack IV, and former Florida House Speakers Dean Cannon and Steve Crisafulli. also are among the listed hosts.” [Florida Politics, 9/26/17]

NOTE: See Ethics Section.

Criticism Of Murphy

Miller Claimed That He Would Represent The “Values” Of The District And That He Was “More In Touch With The Average Family”

When Announcing His Run For Congress, Miller Said That “It’s Time For Congress To Represent The Views, The Values, And The Priorities Of The People.” “Florida state House Rep. Mike Miller announced Thursday that he is running for Congress against Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy. The move kicks off what should be a closely watched race for the Republican nomination in District 7, expected to be one of the most competitive congressional races in the country, and also could lead to a heated race to succeed Miller in Tallahassee if he gets the nomination. ‘It’s time for Congress to represent the views, the values and the priorities of the people,’ Miller, R-Orlando, said in a statement. ‘Making that happen starts right here at home, by electing a member of Congress whose vote is guided by what’s right, and what’s in the interest of our people, our community and our nation.’ “[Orlando Sentinel, 6/29/17]

Miller Claimed That He Was “More In Touch With The Average Family In This District” Than His Republican Primary Competition. “But before he would face Murphy, Miller might face a primary that could be swayed by Republican-dominated Seminole County, with Seminole-based contenders possibly in the wings. State Sen. David Simmons, 65, R-Altamonte Springs, said he was still ‘98 percent there’ on running for Murphy’s seat in 2018. But he also wouldn’t rule out a run for state attorney general instead. He said his Senate district, which also includes all of Seminole, ‘is exceedingly similar to congressional District 7, and so that is a very appropriate opportunity for me.’ In response, Miller, 49, laughed and said he was ‘100 percent’ in the race. ‘I’ve served with David in the Florida Legislature. He is an honorable public servant and I do appreciate his experience and his legislative abilities,’ he said. ‘I just think I’m more in touch with the average family in this district.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/28/17]

Miller Claimed Murphy Was Being “Controlled By Nancy Pelosi And The Ultra-Left” And Said She Was “Acting As If She [Was] A Moderate”

June 2017: Miller Attacked Incumbent Stephanie Murphy As Being “Controlled By Nancy Pelosi And The Ultra-Left,” Despite Her Vote Against Party Lines In Favor Of “Kate’s Law.” “First-term Florida Reps. Charlie Crist, Stephanie Murphy and Val Demings were among 24 Democrats who voted Thursday for ‘Kate’s Law,’ which calls for stronger penalties for deportees who re-enter the country. Crist and Murphy represent swing districts, so a vote could carry re-election calculations. Demings is the former Orlando police chief. Murphy on Thursday drew a Republican challenger in state Rep. Mike Miller. ‘This district should no longer be represented by

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someone whose vote is controlled by Nancy Pelosi and the ultra-left,’ he said in an announcement.” [Tampa Bay Times, 6/29/17]

July 2017: Miller: “Stephanie Murphy Is Pretending, She’s Acting As If She Is A Moderate, But She, In Fact, Would Have Nancy Pelosi To Be Speaker Of The House.” “Miller said that he looks as District 7 as a ‘regional seat,’ not one anchored in any one county. ‘A lot of the things I’ve worked on in the Legislature, including homelessness, affordable housing - they don’t know county lines.’ He said Murphy is starting to be ‘pulled in different directions,’ adding that he appreciated her experience in defense and foreign policy. ‘Stephanie Murphy is pretending, she’s acting as if she is a moderate, but she, in fact, would have Nancy Pelosi to be Speaker of the House,’ Miller said. ‘That right there shows you that the moderate conversation she’s having is not congruent with her party, and where she would be, were the Democrats in control.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/28/17]

Would Not Seek Re-Election To The State House

July 2017: Miller Announced That He Would Not Seek Reelection To The Florida House

Miller Announced He Was Leaving The Florida House At The End Of His Term To Run For Congress. “U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy pulled off an upset victory over an incumbent congressman in 2016. Now state Rep. Mike Miller looks to do the same to her next year, but he first has to navigate what could be a tough fight for his party’s nomination. Murphy, D-Winter Park, is among the top Republican targets nationwide. Miller, a Republican from Winter Park, announced last month he was leaving Tallahassee and filing to run for Congress. Murphy won the formerly Republican-leaning District 7 by 3 percentage points last year over 24-year incumbent GOP U.S. Rep. John Mica. It is one of the few congressional districts listed as ‘even’ in 2018 by the Cook Political Report, which handicaps races.” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/28/17]

December 2017: After Deciding To Leave The Florida House, Miller Denied The Idea That House Leadership Was Driving Away Members

Miller Refuted The Idea That Florida House Leadership Was Driving Away Members: “I Think There’s Just A Lot Of Individual Circumstances.” “Some departing Republicans denied that House leadership is driving away members. ‘I think there’s just a lot of individual circumstances’ among those leaving, said second-term Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, who’ll leave the House to try to unseat Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy next year in a district Hillary Clinton won by 8 points. Miller voted against both HB 7005 and SB 106, but said he had no conflicts with Corcoran. He said the district leans Republican in congressional races, and he considers the race ‘an opportunity,’ not a way to escape the House.” [Tampa Bay Times, 12/7/17]

Congressional Campaign Announcement

June 29th, 2017: Miller Announced His Run For Congress

Miller Announced That He Was Running For Congress. “After some great discussions with my wife, Nora, and children, Jack and Katie, we came to a conclusion. Running for congress is the right thing to do for Central Florida families just like ours. Additionally, my experience and understanding of our community would be valuable in the halls of Congress. Central Florida is ground zero for working families who, every day, are striving for the American Dream. SHARE if you believe our families are worth fighting for.” [Facebook, Mike Miller, 6/29/17]

2016 Race For Florida State House Of Representatives 47th District Seat

Endorsements

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October 2016: The Orlando Sentinel Endorsed Miller For Re-Election To The House Of Representatives

Orlando Sentinel: “We Think Voters In This Swing District Are Better Off Sticking With Miller.” “We think voters in this swing district are better off sticking with Miller, who has proved himself in the House as a dynamic representative on issues important in Central Florida. That includes shepherding a bill to passage this year to advance this region’s fight against homelessness. While we disagree strongly with his decision to reject a bipartisan Senate bill to expand health insurance to low-income Floridians, we agree with Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, a Democrat, that Miller's hard work and responsiveness make him worthy of an endorsement.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/15/16]

September 2016: Democratic Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Endorsed Miller Over His Democratic Opponent Beth Tuura

Democratic Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer Endorsed Miller In The Race For State House District 47 Over His Democratic Opponent. Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer has endorsed Republican Mike Miller in the race for State House District 47. Dyer, a moderate Democrat, said Miller had done much for the community. ‘Mike Miller is an effective and pragmatic leader,’ Dyer said. ‘He has supported Orlando’s fight against homelessness, voted against destructive environmental practices, and supports our diverse values. That’s why he has earned my support.’ Miller is facing Democrat Beth Tuura in the race for HD 47.” [Orlando Rising, 9/26/16]

Fundraising

Miller Significantly Outraised His Democratic Challenger

Ahead of 2016 Bid For Re-election, Miller Significantly Outraised His Democratic Challenger “State Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, brought in $52,225 the final two weeks of September to push his overall contributions $261,035 as he defends his Central Florida seat, according to the latest campaign filings posted by the Florida Division of Elections. His opponent, Orlando Democrat Beth Tuura, who has worked on the technical side of the TV industry, picked up $10,080 in the same period to run her total contributions to $93,458. Tuura, who had to win a three-way Democratic primary, has spent $88,036 since entering the contest. Miller, who is involved with fundraising and development, had more than $210,000 on hand entering the final month before the election.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/11/16]

Outside Groups

The George-Soros-Funded United For Progress PAC Backed Miller’s Democratic Opponent And Released A Mailer Criticizing Miller’s Pro-Fracking Vote

The George-Soros-Funded United For Progress PAC Backed Miller’s Opponent In Race For Florida House District 47. “Billionaire investor George Soros, a backer of liberal causes, is pumping more money into down- ballot races to support Democratic candidates in Central Florida. He’s poured $430,000 into United for Progress PAC, a political committee that has sent mailers and paid for TV ads in races from the U.S. House to the Orange County Commission. […] United for Progress also paid for mail ads in the race for state House District 47, a swing district that pits Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, against Democrat Beth Tuura. Miller has raised $333,000 as of Oct. 21 and spent most of it within the last month. Tuura has raised $111,000 and most of that was spent during the primary campaign.” [Orlando Sentinel, 11/4/16]

Miller Was The Subject Of A Miler Slamming Him For His Vote To Allow Fracking In 2015; He Claimed That He Voted For The Bill Without A Chance To Review It. “Miller was the subject of a United for Progress mailer slamming him for voting for a bill to allow the controversial oil and drilling practice called fracking in the state in 2015. He says he voted for the bill without having a chance to review it, and voted

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against a similar bill this year after hearing from residents. ‘This is just an attempt by a liberal special interest group from out of state that is trying to influence an election,’ Miller said, adding that he doesn’t think Soros is aware of local issues.” [Orlando Sentinel, 11/4/16]

2014 Race For Florida State House Of Representatives 47th District Seat

Endorsements

Rubio Endorsed Miller For State Representative

Rubio Endorsed Miller In His 2014 Race For State Representative.

[Miller for Florida, via Internet Archive,, 8/11/14]

Competitiveness

Miller’s 2014 Race Was Among A Minority Of Competitive Elections In The Florida Legislature. “Fourteen legislators - nine Republicans, five Democrats - were elected after either a close primary or competitive general election battle, where they won the contest with less than 53 percent of the vote on Election Day. They were Sen. Maria Sachs, D-Delray Beach, and Reps. Barbara Watson, D-Miami Gar-dens, Jennifer Sullivan, R-Mount Dora, Larry Lee Jr., D-Port St. Lucie, Rene Plasencia, R-Orlando, Jose Javier Rodriguez, D-Miami, Blaise Ingoglia, R- Spring Hill, Bob Cortes, R-Altamonte Springs, Mike Miller, R-Winter Park…” [Tampa Bay Times, 10/3/15]

Partisanship

Miller Claimed He Would Be More Effective In The Legislature Because He Was A Republican, And Republicans Held The Majority In The State Legislature. “Miller argued that he would be more effective in the Legislature because he belongs to the Republican Party, which controls the House and Senate. ‘That party is the party that makes the legislative decisions, and I will have a seat at the table,’ he said.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

State Legislative History

Attendance

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State Legislature Attendance Records Were Not Available For Florida. [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 1/17/18] NOTE: See Further Research.

June 2017: Miller Was Absent For The Entirety Of The Florida’s 2017 Special Legislative Session To Resolve Budget Disputes Because He Was “Out Of The Country.” “For reasons as varied as family travel plans, cancer treatment or events surrounding the one-year anniversary of the Pulse nightclub shooting, several lawmakers won’t be at the state Capitol this week when the Legislature reconvenes to resolve budget disputes. At least one senator and 10 House members -- most of whom are Republicans -- had received excused absences, as of Tuesday afternoon, from the House speaker and Senate president to miss either all or some of the three-day special session that begins Wednesday […] Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park: Absent all three days because he’s ‘out of the country.’” [Tampa Bay Times, 6/7/17]

March 2017: Miller Missed A Committee Vote To Strip Sanctuary Protections In Florida Cities. “Legislation (HB 697) requiring local officials do away with those policies or risk fines and removal from office is moving fast in the chamber. The bill would require police detain people for 48 hours -- at local taxpayer expense -- if they receive a request to do so from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. And it would let victims or their families sue elected officials if a crime is committed by an undocumented immigrant in a community where sanctuary laws are in effect. The House subcommittee on local, federal and veterans affairs passed his bill on a party line vote Tuesday with nine Republicans in favor, five Democrats opposed. Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, was not in the room to vote. The bill must still clear the House Judiciary Committee, and its Senate companion has not yet been put on the agenda for its first hearing.” [Miami Herald, 3/21/17]

State Committees

Florida House of Representative Years Committees Subcommittees 2017-2018 Regulatory Affairs Committee Health Quality Subcommittee Justice Appropriations Subcommittee K-12 Subcommittee Transportation & Ports Subcommittee 2015-2016 Regulatory Affairs Committee Health Quality Subcommittee Justice Appropriations Subcommittee K-12 Subcommittee Transportation & Ports Subcommittee [Florida House of Representatives, Mike Miller, accessed 1/17/18; Florida House of Representatives, Mike Miller, via Internet Archive, 4/2/16]

Note: Miller is not in a leadership position on any committees or subcommittees.

Leadership

The Orange County GOP Chairman Accused The Florida Republican Chairman Of Pressuring Miller To Support The Party-Backed Candidate For Speaker Of The House

The Orange County GOP Chairman Accused The Florida Republican Chairman Of Pressuring Miller And Other Vulnerable Florida House Republicans To Support The Party-Backed Candidate For Speaker Of The Florida House. “In a blistering email to top Republicans sent Sunday, Orange County GOP Chairman Lew Oliver accused [Florida Republican Chairman] Ingoglia of being involved – possibly as an ‘innocent pawn’ – in threats to three GOP House members with Orange County at least partially in their districts. If they didn’t withdraw their support for Rep. Eric Eisnaugle, R-Orlando, as House speaker for the 2020-2022 term, the party would back primary challengers or sit out of the race altogether, essentially ceding those swing districts to Democrats,

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according to Oliver. Eisnaugle has 30 out of the 40 voting pledges to become House Speaker for the 2020-2022 term. But Oliver said ‘key House leadership’ has been floating Ingoglia, who is also a House member, as a candidate to supplant Eisnaugle. […] Oliver contends three Republicans with Orange County districts – Reps. Bob Cortes of Altamonte Springs, Mike Miller of Winter Park and Rene Plasencia of Orlando— were referred to as ‘rented districts’ likely to return to Democratic control after 2016 by those pressuring the lawmakers. All three districts voted for Barack Obama in 2012.” [Orlando Sentinel, 4/13/15]

Miller Denied Being Threatened. “Ingoglia said Miller and Plasencia told him they weren’t threatened either.” [Orlando Sentinel, 4/13/15]

However, Miller Switched His Support For Speaker At The Last Minute, After Which The Candidate He Had Been Supporting Conceded

Miller Switched His Support For Speaker Of The House From Eisnaugle At The Last Minute. “Both Republican Reps. Paul Renner of Jacksonville and Mike Miller of Orlando said they are switching their support in the race from Eisnaugle, who has been losing momentum, to Sprowls. Presiding officers are selected by members of each party in both the House and Senate. Eisnagule once had the support of his entire 2014 class, but that support has started to slip away, a slide that benefited Sprowls. Eisnagule and Sprowls did not return requests seeking comment. Eisnaugle, Sprowls and Miller are from the 2014 election class, while Renner was elected in a 2015 special election. Three members who were elected in 2015 have been pulled into the race as it got more heated.”

Miller Said Of His Decision “It’s Time For Our Class To Come Together.” “In a text message, Miller said ‘it’s time for our class to come together.’ The race became heated as opponents worked to strip Eisnaugle supporters from his speakership bid, with his supporters taking shots at what they saw an open coup attempt by some legislative leaders who wanted a Tampa-area Republican. They first thought the candidate was Rep. Blaise Ingoglia, a Spring Hill Republican who also chairs the state GOP. He formally said he would not be running, which made clear that Sprowl’s [sic] was the candidate. Miller and Renner had been longtime Eisnaugle supporters, but began eyeing an exit as it became clear Eisnaugle was losing support.” [Politico, 3/10/16]

Eisnaugle Conceded The Day After He Lost The Support Of Miller And Two Other House Republicans. “The contest between Orlando’s Eric Eisnaugle and Pinellas Chris Sprowls to serve as Speaker of the Florida House beginning in 2021 ended Friday evening, just hours after the 2016 Legislative Session came to a fitful conclusion. According to three sources, Eisnaugle personally conceded to Sprowls, who just the day before won over the support of state Reps. Paul Renner and Mike Miller. With those two votes, Sprowls had an insurmountable 14-7 pledge lead.” [Florida Politics, 3/11/16]

Election History

Florida Rep. Miller Electoral History Year Seat Candidates Results Margin Mike Miller (R) 52.9% 2016 State House (FL-47) +5.8% Beth Tuura (D) 47.1% Mike Miller (R) 51.9% 2014 State House (FL-47) +3.8% Linda Stewart (D) 48.1% [Florida Secretary of State, accessed 7/22/17]

Campaign Finance

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Florida Campaign Finance History Year Candidate (Office Sought) or Committee Raised Spent 2018 Mike Miller (U.S. Representative, FL-7) $156,375 $7,188 Total: $156,375 $7,188 [Federal Election Commission, accessed 1/17/18] Note: Numbers updated as of the second quarterly report, 9/30/17.

Florida Campaign Finance History Year Candidate (Office Sought) or Committee Raised Spent 2018 Mike Miller (State Representative, District 47) $14,000 $724 2016 Mike Miller (State Representative, District 47) $494,400 $430,485 2014 Mike Miller (State Representative, District 47) $243,645 $180,863.74 Total: $795,769.23 $659,294.72 [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/7/17]

Lobbying

Miller Was A Registered Federal Lobbyist And Helped Maintain A Federal Contract For A Company Whose Executives Were Later Indicted For Fraud

2011: Miller Referred MiLanguages To Jenkins Hill, A Government Relations Firm He Previously Worked At, After Being Contacted By A Former State Rep

MiLanguages Was In Search Of A Lobbying Firm To Help Save A Contract A Federal Court Later Found They Had Lied To Obtain

MiLanguages Was In Search Of A Lobbying Firm To Help Save A Contract A Federal Court Later Found They Had Lied To Obtain. “One month before the June 2011 indictment was unsealed, the company hired Washington-based lobbying firm Jenkins Hill Consulting to help them keep the contracts. Their business was steered toward the firm by Miller, who helped Jenkins Hill with ‘business development’ from Central Florida. […] Miller, who works as director of athletics marketing at private Rollins College, said he knew nothing about MiLanguages but did refer them to Jenkins Hill after he was contacted by former state Rep. Allen Trovillion, R- Winter Park. Jenkins Hill was brought in for one reason: to save the contract a federal court later found the company lied to obtain.” [Tampa Tribune, 8/7/14]

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According To Miller, Jenkins Hill Registered Him As A Federal Lobbyist For MiLanguages “Out Of An Abundance Of Caution;” Miller Claimed Not To Know He Had Been Registered As A Lobbyist

The Owners Of MiLanguages Were Sentenced To A Three-Year Federal Prison Sentence And Order To Return Nearly $11 Million To The Federal Government

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Professional Political Career

2012: Allen West For Congress

February 2012: Allen West For Congress Made A One-Time Payment Of $980 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting For “Fundraising: Event Organizing.” [Federal Election Commission, 2/29/12]

2010-2011: Kurt Kelly’s Congressional Campaign

Kurt Kelly’s Unsuccessful Campaign For Congress Paid $18,062 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting.

Spender Recipient Purpose City State Payment Amount Date Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Fundraising/Compliance Winter Park FL 3/31/11 $3,000 Consulting Fee Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Fundraising/Compliance Winter Park FL 8/5/10 $3,000 Consulting, LLC Consulting Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Fundraising/Compliance Winter Park FL 7/15/10 $3,000 Consulting, LLC Consulting Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Fundraising/Compliance Winter Park FL 5/4/10 $3,000 Consulting, LLC Consulting Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Reimbursement Winter Park FL 4/20/10 $62 Consulting, LLC Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Fundraising/Compliance Winter Park FL 4/2/10 $3,000 Consulting, LLC Consulting Kurt Kelly for Congress Advocacy Fundraising/Compliance Winter Park FL 3/10/10 $3,000 Consulting, LLC Consulting Total: $18,062 [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

Kelly Lost The Republican Congressional Primary. “State Rep. Kurt Kelly of Ocala failed on Tuesday in his bid to be the Republican Party nominee to take on controversial Democratic Congressman Alan Grayson, while U.S. Rep. Cliff Stearns sailed past his first primary challenger in a generation.” [Ocala Star Banner, 8/24/10]

2010 Rubio For Senate Campaign

2010: Miller Worked As A Fundraiser And Consultant For Rubio’s U.S. Senate Campaign

Miller Worked As A Fundraiser And Consultant For Rubio’s 2010 Senate Campaign. “After the event, Rubio visited with members of the Florida Insurance Council and a handful of legislators, including freshman Rep. Mike Miller of Orlando, who worked was a fundraiser and consultant for Rubio’s 2010 U.S. Senate campaign” [Miami Herald, 4/7/15]

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2010-2011: Marco Rubio’s U.S. Senate Campaign Committee Paid $67,661 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting

Federal Campaign Committee Marco Rubio For US Senate Did Not Have Any Records For Expenditures Directly To Miller During The 2010 Race. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 12/14/17]

Rubio’s Federal Campaign Committee Paid $67,661 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting.

Payee Purpose City State Date Amount Advocacy Consulting Fundraising Consulting Winter Park FL 5/23/11 $5,606 Advocacy Consulting Debt Repayment Fundraising Consulting Winter Park FL 12/31/10 $18,597 Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Winter Park FL 12/3/10 $10,000 Advocacy Consulting Political Strategy Consulting Winter Park FL 7/8/10 $4,500 Advocacy Consulting Political Strategy Consulting Winter Park FL 5/28/10 $4,500 Advocacy Consulting Travel Winter Park FL 5/11/10 $1,245 Advocacy Consulting Political Strategy Consulting Winter Park FL 5/3/10 $4,500 Advocacy Consulting Political Strategy Consulting Winter Park FL 4/20/10 $4,500 Advocacy Consulting Travel Winter Park FL 3/31/10 $713 Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Winter Park FL 3/26/10 $4,500 Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Winter Park FL 2/26/10 $9,000 Total: $62,055 [Federal Election Commission, 5/23/11; 12/31/10; 12/3/10; 7/8/10; 5/28/10; 5/11/10; 5/3/10; 4/20/10; 3/31/10; 3/26/10; 2/26/10]

2010: Dennis Ross Campaign For Congress

February 2010: Dennis Ross’ Campaign For Congress Maid A One-Time Payment To Advocacy Consulting

Friends Of Dennis Ross Made A One-Time Payment To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting For “Fundraising Consultant.” [Federal Election Commission, 2/9/10]

2007-2010: Tom Rooney For Congress

Tom Rooney For Congress Paid A Total Of $78,710.39 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting Over Two Cycles

2009-2010: Tom Rooney For Congress Paid $7,180.39 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting.

Spender Recipient Purpose City State Date Amount Tom Rooney for Congress Advocacy Consulting Accounting Services Winter Park FL 5/5/10 $5,000 Tom Rooney for Congress Advocacy Consulting Fedex charges Winter Park FL 7/7/09 $180.39 Tom Rooney for Congress Advocacy Consulting Accounting Services Winter Park FL 2/15/09 $1,000 Tom Rooney for Congress Advocacy Consulting Accounting Services Winter Park FL 2/1/09 $1,000 Total: $7,180.39 [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2007-2008: Tom Rooney For Congress Paid $71,530 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting.

Payee Purpose City State Date Amount Advocacy Consulting, LLC Mailing Expenses Winter Park FL 12/31/08 $50 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 11/22/08 $8,000

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Advocacy Consulting, LLC Mailing Expenses Winter Park FL 11/15/08 $75 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 11/7/08 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Mailing Expenses Winter Park FL 10/23/08 $75 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 10/3/08 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 9/10/08 $25 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 9/5/08 $10,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Mailing Expenses Winter Park FL 8/8/08 $105 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 8/4/08 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Mailing Expenses Winter Park FL 7/18/08 $200 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 7/3/08 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Management Winter Park FL 6/1/08 $2,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting and Database Services Winter Park FL 5/1/08 $2,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Service Db Mgmt Winter Park FL 4/1/08 $2,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Database Management Serv Winter Park FL 3/4/08 $2,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 2/1/08 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services/Political Cons Winter Park FL 1/1/08 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 12/3/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 10/23/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 10/3/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 9/15/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 8/5/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Service Winter Park FL 7/6/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 6/2/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 5/9/07 $3,000 Advocacy Consulting, LLC Accounting Services Winter Park FL 4/5/07 $3,000 Total: $71,530 [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2007-2008: Miller Was The Treasurer For Tom Rooney’s Congressional Campaign Committee. [Federal Election Commission, 3/2/07]

2005-2006: Katherine Harris

Miller Resigned As Rep. Harris’ Finance Director In Order To “Be A Dad And Husband First” Despite Rumblings That He Had Been Forced Out

Miller: “I Don’t Want Katherine To Be Affected By This, But I Understand With Her Track Record There’s No Way For Me To Leave Without Some Questions Being Raised.” “‘I don’t want Katherine to be affected by this,’ he said, ‘but I understand with her track record there’s no way for me to leave without some questions being raised.’ […] Miller’s decision comes shortly after campaign treasurer Nancy Watkins of Tampa left. Watkins is among the most respected campaign finance experts in Florida and with her husband Robert raised more than $100,000 for the Bush-Cheney campaign in 2004.” [St. Petersburg Times, 2/23/06]

The St. Petersburg Times Noted That Harris’ Campaign Had “Been Hobbled By Skepticism Among Leading Republicans About Her…Weak Fundraising. “Harris’ campaign has been hobbled by skepticism among leading

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Republicans about her ability to win, as well as weak fundraising. In December, Harris hired Anne Dunsmore and her California company, Capital Campaigns, to lead a national fundraising effort. ‘We’re thankful for all Mike has done, but Anne is setting up her own team, her own structure,’ said campaign spokeswoman Morgan Dobbs, who, like Miller, downplayed his departure.” [St. Petersburg Times, 2/23/06]

Harris’ Campaign Spokeswoman Implied That Miller Was Forced Out By A Campaign Consultant: “We’re Grateful For All Mike Has Done, But Anne [Dunsmore And Her Company Capital Campaigns] Is Setting Up Her Own Team, Her Own Structure.” “Harris’ campaign has been hobbled by skepticism among leading Republicans about her ability to win, as well as weak fundraising. In December, Harris hired Anne Dunsmore and her California company, Capital Campaigns, to lead a national fundraising effort. ‘We’re thankful for all Mike has done, but Anne is setting up her own team, her own structure,’ said campaign spokeswoman Morgan Dobbs, who, like Miller, downplayed his departure.” [St. Petersburg Times, 2/23/06]

Miller Had Been Harris’ Finance Director For Eight Months

October 2005- March 2006: Miller Worked For Then-Representative Harris’ Campaign For Election To U.S. Senate. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 1/18/18]

A Month After Miller Resigned, Harris’ Campaign Paid Him $6,000 For Finance Consulting

March 2006: Harris’ Campaign Disbursed $6,000 To Miller For Finance Consulting, Despite Miller’s Resignation In February. [Federal Election Commission, 3/30/06]

In Total, Miller Earned $50,290 In Salary Working For Rep. Katherine Harris’ Campaign For Senate.

Date Purpose Amount 9/15/05 Salary $8,858 10/6/05 Salary $8,858 10/14/05 Salary $4,429 10/20/05 Office Supplies $45 10/31/05 Salary $4,429 11/15/05 Salary $4,429 11/22/05 Meals $17 11/30/05 Salary $4,429 12/15/05 Salary $4,429 12/30/05 Salary $4,429 12/30/05 Unclear $642 12/30/05 Unclear $1,620 2/28/06 Travel $3,402 2/28/06 Travel $1,485 2/28/06 Travel $2,952 3/30/06 Finance Consulting $6,000

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Total: $60,453 Total Salary: $50,290 [Federal Election Commission, 9/15/05; 10/6/05; 10/14/05; 10/20/05; 10/31/05; 11/15/05; 11/22/05; 11/30/05; 12/15/05; 12/30/05; 12/30/05; 2/28/06; 2/28/06; 3/30/06]

NOTE: The two payments on 12/30/05 were marked “Memo,” but not explained on the itemized disbursements report.

Harris’ Re-Election Campaign Was Bleeding Staff, Allegedly Because Of Her Temper

Miller Criticized Rep. Harris’ Volatility: “You Never Know What You Are Going To Get…Some Days, It Would Be Great. Other Days, It Would Be ‘Oh My God.’” “The smallest things would set her off. Buying the wrong candy for her to toss at parades. Photographing her vertically instead of horizontally. Failing to bring her favorite Starbucks beverage (extra hot venti triple latte, no fat, no foam, one Sweet’n Low). One minute, U.S. Rep. Katherine Harris would lavish campaign staffers with praise and hugs. The next she would lose her temper, screaming ‘stupid’ or ‘idiot’ at a startled employee. ‘You never know what you are going to get,’ said Mike Miller, who left in February after serving eight months as her finance director. ‘Some days, it would be great. Other days, it would be ‘Oh my God.’ Harris, the leading Republican in the U.S. Senate race this fall, has lost at least 25 campaign staffers in the past year, including three campaign managers and a slew of prominent consultants. Even in politics, a world of hard-to-please bosses and oversized egos, that’s an unheard of number for one campaign.” [St. Petersburg Times, 8/11/06]

Miller: “She Knew How To Lodge An Insult…She Would Obsess On The Little Things.” “A few weeks ago, the core staff at her Tampa headquarters quit en masse. It was the second mass exodus. […] Former staffers said they began to resent co-workers until they realized Harris was pitting one against another. ‘She knew how to lodge an insult,’ said Mike Miller, who is not related to Jamie Miller and who has worked for former U.S. Rep. Bill McCollum and former U.S. Sen. Connie Mack. Harris often worried about the small things most candidates happily leave to their staff: the booking of an airline ticket, the seating arrangement on the campaign bus, the color of posters. ‘She’s thick into thin things,’ Mike Miller said. ‘She would obsess on the little things.’” [St. Petersburg Times, 8/11/06]

March 2006: After Speculation That Harris Would Leave The Race, Miller Stated: “She’s Very Determined To Win This Race.” “With suspense building over what Katherine Harris says will be a ‘major announcement’ this week about her Senate campaign, Republican Party insiders are saying they do not believe she intends to leave the race. Rather, some party stalwarts expect an attempt by Harris, well-known for her dramatic flair, to convince party leaders she is in the race to stay and to distract voters from the negative publicity she has experienced recently. […] Some people close to Harris consider it unlikely she will leave the race. ‘She has never, ever considered even for one moment that she would get out of this race,’ said Mike Miller, her former campaign finance director. ‘She’s very determined to win this race,’ he said. ‘When she puts her mind to something, she just goes for it.’” [Tampa Bay Times, 3/14/06]

November 2006: Harris Lost The Race For U.S. Senate To Incumbent Bill Nelson

Incumbent Democratic Senator Bill Nelson Won The U.S. Senate Race Over Katherine Harris. [CNN, accessed 1/18/18]

2005: Miller Earned $750 Consulting On Ric Keller’s Campaign For U.S. House

August 2005: Miller Was Paid A One-Time Consulting Fee Through Advocacy Consulting Of $750 By Ric Keller’s Congressional Campaign. [Federal Election Commission, 8/4/05]

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2004-2005: Miller Appeared To Have Worked For Connie Mack IV’s Campaign For U.S. Senate

Connie Mack For Congress Paid Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting $26,660.

Payee Purpose City State Payment Date Amount Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Orlando FL 8/8/05 $5,000 Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Orlando FL 7/14/05 $5,000 Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Orlando FL 7/13/05 $5,000 Advocacy Consulting Finance Consulting Orlando FL 6/8/05 $5,000 Advocacy Consulting Jan. Consulting Fee Orlando FL 2/16/05 $5,000 Advocacy Consulting Fundraising Consulting Winter Park FL 11/22/04 $1,660 Total: $26,660.00 [Federal Election Commission, 8/8/05, 7/14/05; 7/13/05; 6/8/05; 2/16/05; 11/22/04]

Connie Mack For Congress Had No Payments To Miller Directly. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 2/5/18]

2005: According To FEC Reports, Advocacy Consulting Was Based At 605 E Robinson Street, Suite 23D, Orlando FL 92801. [Federal Election Commission, 8/8/05, 7/14/05; 7/13/05; 6/8/05; 2/16/05]

Advocacy Consulting Did Not Appear To Be Linked To This Address At Any Time. [Florida Department of State Division of Corporations, 1/2/03]

NOTE: Further research necessary to confirm if Miller was consulting for Mack’s campaign.

2004: Miller Earned $18,000 Consulting On Mel Martinez’s Campaign For U.S. Senate

According To His Campaign Website, Miller Worked For Senator U.S. Senator Martinez. “After his college baseball career, Mike worked for some of Florida’s legendary common-sense conservatives like U.S. Senator Connie Mack, Congressman Bill McCollum, U.S. Senator Mel Martinez and U.S. Senator Marco Rubio.” [millerforflorida, accessed 4/5/18]

2004: Martinez For Senate Paid $18,000 To Miller’s LLC Advocacy Consulting. [Federal Election Commission, 10/26/04; 11/10/04]

2004-2012: The Federal Election Commission Indicated That Senator Martinez’s Campaign Did Not Pay Miller Directly. [Federal Election Commission, accessed 1/18/18]

September 2017: “Florida Politics” Reported That Miller Had Worked For Martinez “During His U.S. Senate Tenure, 2005-’09.” “Miller, a Republican, worked for Martinez during his U.S. Senate tenure, 2005-’09.” [Florida Politics, 9/20/17]

2005-2009: Martinez Served As The U.S. Senator From Florida. [Biographical Directory of the United States Congress, accessed 1/18/18]

According To Legistorm, Miller Did Not Receive A Salary From The U.S. Senate Between 2005 And 2009. [Legistorm, accessed 4/5/18]

2004: Martinez’s Campaign Was Plagued With Fundraising Violations. “Florida Sen. Mel Martinez, general chairman of the Republican National Committee, is facing fallout from a slew of irregularities related to his Senate campaign. In his squeaker 2004 race, Martinez accepted contributions over the legal limit and

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failed to properly disclose information about donations, according to an audit released last week by the Federal Election Commission. The audit is being used by Martinez’s political opponents to question his leadership and could lead to lead to a hefty fine. […] FEC auditors found Martinez’s Senate campaign accepted contributions exceeding limits by a total of $313,235, that it failed to properly report funds raised by joint committees as well as $162,014 raised in the days before the primary and general elections and that it didn’t do enough to collect information on donors’ occupations and employers.” [Politico, 6/7/07]

2001-2003: Miller Worked As Representative Ric Keller’s District Director; 2005: Miller Was Paid As A Consultant By Keller’s Campaign

2005: Miller Was Paid A One-Time Consulting Fee By Keller’s Congressional Campaign. [Federal Election Commission, 8/4/05]

January 2001-July 2003: Miller Earned $167,983.33 Worked As Florida Representative Ric Keller’s District Director. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

Unknown-2001: Miller Worked As A Part-Time Employee For Representative Bill McCollum

Unknown-January 2001: Miller Worked As A Part-Time Employee For Former Representative Bill McCollum Of Florida. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

October 2000-January 2001: Miller Earned $6,413.34. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

NOTE: Legistorm’s salary data goes back only to October 1st, 2000.

2000: Miller Was Assistant Finance Director For Bill McCollum

NOTE: Campaign finance reports from 2000 were not available to verify Miller’s statement or total his salary.

1991-1992: Miller Worked As A Staff Assistant In Senator Connie Mack’s Office

1991-1992: Miller Worked As A Staff Assistant In Senator Connie Mack’s Office. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

Salary Data For Miller’s Time With Senator Mack Was Unavailable Through Legistorm. [Legistorm, accessed 1/18/18]

NOTE: Salary data for Miller’s time with Senator Mack was also unavailable online and also not available through the Secretary of the Senate, which keeps records on Senate disbursements. According to the Office of Public Records at the Secretary of the Senate, records from before 2008 have been destroyed.

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Ethics

Significant Findings

 Miller successfully advocated on behalf of his former lobbying firm for Florida state agencies to use at least $75,000 in taxpayer dollars to fix up a country club lake. He later hosted a fundraiser at the same club.

 Miller sponsored more than $1 million in appropriations requests for a foundation whose CEO was a personal friend and member of his Finance Committee

Miller Successfully Advocated On Behalf Of His Former Lobbying Firm For Florida State Agencies To Use At Least $75,000 In Taxpayer Dollars To Fix Up A Country Club Lake

June 2016: Miller Advocated For State Funding To Be Used To Clean Up Spring Lake, The Lake On The Country Club Of Orlando

Miller’s E-Mail Was Co-Signed By C. Scott Barnhart, A Principal At Lobbying Firm Jenkins Hill, Where Miller Was Previously Vice President

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2007-2010: Miller Was The Vice President Of Business Development At Jenkins Hill Consulting. [LinkedIn, Mike Miller, accessed 1/24/18]

August 2016: The Florida Department Of Transportation Called The Country Club’s Golf Course The Main Contributor To The Pollution

Florida Department Of Transportation: “The Chief Contributor To The Deterioration Of The Ponds Is The Decades Long Nutrient Rich Runoff And Pesticides From The Golf Course.” “It would be incorrect to characterize the runoff from the College Park neighborhood as a significant contributor to the problems facing the ponds and the lake. The chief contributor to the deterioration of the ponds is the decades long nutrient rich runoff and pesticides from the golf course.” [Email to Miller among others from Adam Lovejoy, Government Affairs Liason at the Florida Department of Transportation, 8/23/16] NOTE: See primary document in FOIA folder on DCCC Research drive.

Florida DoT Stated That They Could Not Be Responsible For The Design And Engineering Of A Solution But They Could Consult On The Project. “While DOT cannot commit to handling the design and engineering of this potential solution, DOT can work with the Club to provide helpful insight and advice on how best to approach this option and ensure its effectiveness. As it relates to pumping water from the irrigation pond to the DOT pond, DOT is willing to work with the Club to determine the feasibility and effectiveness of that approach. Additionally, while this was discussed briefly during the meeting, it is important to reiterate that the Club and the lake would likely be well served by exploring a more comprehensive storm water reuse solution by the Club as well as solutions that intercept runoff from flowing directly into the lake from the golf course.” [Email to Miller among others from Adam Lovejoy, Government Affairs Liason at the Florida Department of Transportation, 8/23/16] NOTE: See primary document in FOIA folder on DCCC Research drive.

February 2017: The Country Club And The Florida Department Of Transportation Agreed To Split The $150,000 Cost For The Pump Cleaning System

Lawyer Rich Newsome Reported That “The Club And FDOT Agreed To Share Equally In The Cost Of Developing A Storm Water Harvest System” And That “Installation… [Would] Cost Approximately $150,000.” “Historically, as the results of our neighborhood effort, the City has already spent hundreds of thousands of dollars to clean up the Lake, primarily through the dredging of the DOT pond several years ago and through the installation of an underground collection device. Over the last year we also ramped up discussions with the City of Orlando and the FDOT. After numerous meetings, discussions and negotiations that have taken place over the past three years, both the City and the FDOT have agreed to the following projects as part of what we all hope will be the final solution to clean up the Lake: After extensive negotiations, the Club and FDOT agreed to share equally in the cost of developing a storm water harvest system to help treat the storm water runoff that comes onto the golf course from 441. […] Installation of this pump and pipe will cost approximately $150,000, and although it was not included in the Club’s original budget for the restoration, both the Club and the FDOT agreed to split the costs for this project. The pump and pipe will now be installed this Spring during the Club’s golf course restoration.” [Email from Rich Newsome to various, including Miller, re: “Spring Lake Project Update,” 2/9/17] NOTE: See primary document in FOIA folder on the DCCC Research drive.

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Newsome Thanked Miller For Being “A Passionate Advocate For Both The Neighbors And For The Club.” “Huge thanks to Steven Kirchof for years of hard work taking the lead for the neighbors; to Lisa Henry with the City of Orlando who has gone out on a limb to provide funding and advocacy for the solution to Spring Lake’s pollution and had the patience and expertise to make this solution happen; to Adam Lovejoy with the Florida Department of Transportation who helped make the additional funding for the 441 storm water solution a reality; to Charles Tews who as President of the Club has been the consummate and ever-patient statesman who brought all of the parties to the table; to Representative Mike Miller who was a passionate advocate for both the neighbors and for the Club…” [Email from Rich Newsome to various, including Miller, re: “Spring Lake Project Update,” 2/9/17] Note: See primary document in FOIA folder on the DCCC Research drive.

The Orlando Country Club Was Located On The North And West Shores Of Spring Lake

September 2017: Miller Threw A $500 Per Person Fundraiser At The Country Club Of Orlando

Miller Sponsored More Than $1 Million In Appropriations Requests For A Foundation Whose CEO Was A Personal Friend And Member Of His Finance Committee

February 2018: Beth Brunner Was A Member Of Miller’s Congressional Finance Committee

February 2018: Miller Announced His Finance Committee; Beth Brunner Was Listed As A Member. “Today, Mike Miller, candidate for Congress in FL-7, announced his Finance Committee, chaired by former Green

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Beret and CIA officer, Todd Wilcox. […] The Committee includes community leaders and Republican fundraisers from across Central Florida and the entire state who are throwing their support behind Mike in the Republican primary. The Finance Committee includes: …Beth Brunner…” [Mike Miller press release via Orlando Politics, 2/7/18]

2018 Legislative Session: Miller Sponsored An Appropriations Request Of $564,000 For The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation

December 2017: Miller Introduced A Bill That Would Have Appropriated $564,000 For The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation. HB 4039, sponsored by Miller, calls “[f]or fiscal year 2018-2019 the nonrecurring sum of $564,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Health to fund the Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation - Florida Emergency Medical Services Education Clearinghouse as described in Appropriations Project Request 763.” In the bill’s last reported action, it was in the Appropriations Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, filed 12/6/17, last action 1/19/18; Florida House of Representatives, HB 4039 text, 12/6/17]

The Project Named Brunner As The Requestor. [Florida House of Representatives, Appropriation Project Request, 11/13/17]

2017 Legislative Session: Miller Sponsored An Unsuccessful Appropriations Request Of $564,000 For The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation

February 2017: Miller Introduced A Bill That Would Appropriate $564,000 For The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation. In the original filed version, Miller called “[f]or fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $564,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Health to fund the Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation - Education Clearinghouse for Emergency Medical Services as described in Appropriations Project Request 1233.” [Florida House of Representatives, file 2/20/17, last action 6/2/17; Florida House of Representatives, HB 3627 text, 2/20/17]

The Project Named Brunner As The Requestor. [Florida House of Representatives, Appropriation Project Request, 2/7/17]

June 2017: Governor Scott Vetoed The Request. [Florida House of Representatives, 6/2/17; Laws of Florida, SB 2500 text, 6/2/17]

Miller Was Personal Friends With The CEO Of The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation

Miller Stated On Facebook That He And Brunner Were “Good Friends” And Posted A Picture Of Them Together. “Walking in College Park with our good friend Beth Brunner! — with Nora Miller and Beth Prichard Brunner.” [Facebook, Mike Miller, 6/11/16]

Beth Pritchard Brunner Was Facebook Friends With Mike And Nora Miller. [Facebook, Beth Pritchard Brunner, accessed 11/28/17]

Brunner Was The Executive Director Of The Florida College Of Emergency Physicians. “Beth P. Brunner, MBA, CAE: Executive Director of the Florida College of Emergency Physicians & CEO Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation.” [Emergency Medicine Learning & Resource Center, accessed 12/14/17]

Brunner Was The Treasurer And Registered Agent For The Emergency Care For Florida Political Committee. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 11/28/17]

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Brunner Was The Chief Executive Officer Of The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation. “Beth P. Brunner, MBA, CAE: Executive Director of the Florida College of Emergency Physicians & CEO Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation.” [Emergency Medicine Learning & Resource Center, accessed 12/14/17]

Brunner Was The Treasurer And Registered Agent For The Physicians For Emergency Care Political Committee. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 11/28/17]

PACs Associated With Brunner Donated $4,000 To Miller’s 2016 State Campaign Committee

PACs Associated With Brunner Donated $4,000 To Miller’s 2016 State Campaign Committee. [Florida Department of State, accessed 11/28/17]

Contributor City State Report Date Amount Address Occupation Type Name Zip 2015 9/1/15 $500 Physicians For 610 S. Boulevard Tampa , FL Healthcare CHE M9 Emergency Care 33606 2015 9/1/15 $500 Emergency Care 610 South Tampa, FL Healthcare CHE M9 For Florida Pc Boulevard 33606 2016 P7 8/13/16 $500 Physicians For 610 S Boulevard Tampa , FL Health Care CHE Emergency Care 33606 2016 P7 8/13/16 $500 Emergency Care 610 S Boulevard Tampa, FL Health Care CHE For Florida Pol 33606 2016 G3 9/22/16 $1,000 Physicians For 610 South Tampa, FL Healthcare CHE Emergency Care Boulevard 33606 2016 G3 9/22/16 $ 1,000 Emergency Care 610 South Tampa, FL [No Response CHE For Florida Pc Boulevard 33606 Given] TOTAL $4,000.00

Brunner Donated $500 To Miller’s Congressional Campaign Committee

Brunner Gave $500 To Miller’s Congressional Campaign Committee. [Federal Election Commission, 9/30/17]

National Emergency Medicine PAC/American College Of Emergency Physicians Donated $1,000 To Miller’s Congressional Campaign Committee

National Emergency Medicine Political Action Committee/American College Of Emergency Physicians Donated $1,000 To Miller’s Congressional Campaign Committee. [Federal Election Commission, 9/30/17]

The Florida College Of Emergency Physicians Was A Chapter Of The American College Of Emergency Physicians. [American College of Emergency Physicians, accessed 1/24/18]

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Relationships

Significant Findings

 Miller worked for Rubio in 2010, and supported Marco Rubio during the 2016 Republican presidential primary. Rubio has endorsed Miller for State Representative and U.S. Congress.

 In November 2017, Miller attended the Republican Party of Florida’s Statesman’s Dinner, where Vice President Pence gave a speech.

 In October 2015, Miller called Paul Ryan his “friend” on Facebook and congratulated his ascension to Speaker.

 In 2016, Miller claimed that Jeb Bush was the “best governor in Florida’s modern history.”

Marco Rubio

Miller Supported Marco Rubio For President During The Lead-Up To The Republican Primary

Miller Supported Marco Rubio For President

Miller Supported Marco Rubio In The Republican Presidential Primary. On the Republican side, Sen. Marco Rubio has a built-in advantage of being a Floridian himself -- the only Florida office-holder left after Gov. Jeb Bush dropped out Saturday -- and a number of his campaign officials and surrogates have worked with him before. ‘I worked with him when he first ran for U.S. Senate,’ said state Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando. ‘I’m thrilled to be around the guy. I was inspired by him from the get-go. ... People from his past races are inspired to move to the presidential race. He had a ready-made team, ready to go. I think we’re going to surprise a lot of people.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 2/25/16]

As A Freshman Representative, Miller Met With Rubio While The Senator Was Fundraising In Florida For His Presidential Campaign. “U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, the soon-to-be presidential candidate, flew in and out of Tallahassee Tuesday for a modest fundraiser attended by about two dozen of his Tallahassee acolytes. Rubio spent about two hours at the $1,000 per person event hosted by a handful of lobbyists and former Reps. Adam Hasner and Ellyn Bogdanoff at the Governor’s Club. After the event, Rubio visited with members of the Florida Insurance Council and a handful of legislators, including freshman Rep. Mike Miller of Orlando, who worked was a fundraiser and consultant for Rubio’s 2010 U.S. Senate campaign” [Brandenton Herald, 4/7/15]

Miller Appeared Multiple Times On Rubio’s Campaign Trail

Miller Appeared On Marco Rubio’s Presidential Campaign Trail In Winter Park. “Great to see Marco back on the campaign trail!”

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[Facebook, Mike Miller, 7/23/16]

Miller Claimed He Volunteered For Marco Rubio’s Campaign For President In South Carolina. “Mike LaRosa and I spent the afternoon in Greenville, SC working for Marco and just watched him fire up a crowd of over 1000! #Marcomentum #sayfie –with Michael La Rosa.”

[Facebook, Mike Miller, 2/12/16]

Miller Posted That He Had Again Volunteered For Marco Rubio’s Campaign For President In South Carolina. “Had a great day yesterday walking for Marco in Charleston, SC. Met two young men who came all the way from England to help out! Great to see John Wood and LeeAnn in such a beautiful city. #Marcomentum — with Michael La Rosa and John Wood.”

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[Facebook, Mike Miller, 2/14/16]

Rubio Endorsed Miller For State Representative And U.S. Congress

August 2017: Senator Marco Rubio Endorsed Miller For U.S. Congress

Senator Rubio Headlined A Fundraiser For Miller. “U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, former U.S. Sens. Mel Martinez and Connie Mack III, and former Lt Gov. Toni Jennings headline a long host list for a congressional campaign fundraiser for state Rep. Mike Miller of Winter Park this week.” [Florida Politics, 9/26/17]

Rubio Endorsed Miller For State Representative

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Rubio Endorsed Miller In His 2014 Race For State Representative.

[Miller for Florida, via Internet Archive,, 8/11/14]

2010: Miller Worked As A Fundraiser And Consultant For Rubio’s U.S. Senate Campaign

Miller Worked As A Fundraiser And Consultant For Rubio’s U.S. Senate Campaign

Mike Pence

November 2017: Miller Attended The Republican Party Of Florida’s Statesman’s Dinner, Where Vice President Pence Gave A Speech

Miller Attended A Speech By Vice President Pence At The Republican Party Of Florida’s Statesman’s Dinner, Which Was Closed To The Media. “Following his remarks there, Pence and his motorcade arrived at the Grand Floridian Resort at Walt Disney World, where he addressed the Republican Party of Florida’s Statesman’s Dinner. The speech was closed to the news media, but Republican state Rep. Mike Miller, running next year for Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy’s seat in Congress, said Pence again praised the Republican tax plan and also addressed Tuesday’s terror attack in New York City that left eight people dead.” [Orlando Sentinel, 11/2/17]

Miller Reported That Pence Had Praised The Republican Tax Plan And Addressed The Recent Terror Attack In New York City: “I Appreciate What The Vice President.” “The speech was closed to the news media, but Republican state Rep. Mike Miller, running next year for Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy’s seat in Congress, said Pence again praised the Republican tax plan and also addressed Tuesday’s terror attack in New York City that left eight people dead. ‘I appreciate what the vice president said,’ Miller said. ‘We really do need to be taking a hard look at how we handle who is coming into our country, and what that means.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 11/2/17]

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Paul Ryan

October 2015: Miller Called Paul Ryan His “Friend” On Facebook And Congratulated His Ascension To Speaker

Miller Called Paul Ryan His “Friend” On Facebook And Posted A Photo With Ryan Congratulating Him For His New Role As Speaker. “Congratulations to my friend, Paul Ryan! The Speaker of the House!”

[Facebook, Mike Miller, 10/29/15]

Note: Social media screenshots are available in the Social Media folder under Supporting Research.

Jeb Bush

2016: Miller Claimed Jeb Bush Was The “Best Governor In Florida’s Modern History”

In An Interview, Miller Said That Jeb Bush Was “The Best Governor In Florida’s Modern History.” “Q: ‘Who was the best governor in Florida’s modern history?’ MILLER: ‘Jeb Bush. Education accountability and handling of hurricanes was exemplary. Governor Scott has handled the recent events in Orlando with grace.’” [Archived Blog Post, Florida Politics, 7/7/16]

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Donald Trump

Significant Findings

 In October 2017, a flyer in a city council race linked a Democratic candidate to Miller, calling him a “Trump fundraiser” and claiming that Miller had helped host an “Orange County for Trump Cocktail Kickoff”

 Miller’s U.S. House campaign denied that the event was a fundraiser.

 Miller refused to discuss Trump directly while campaigning for state House in 2016.

 Miller condemned Trump’s comments about women after the Access Hollywood tape dropped in October 2016.

 In July 2016, Miller shared a Facebook post from the group “Christians for Donald Trump.”

 While campaigning for Marco Rubio, Miller called Trump a “con artist” and criticized Trump University.

 Miller also called Trump’s campaign repetitive and “non-substantive.”

Trump In Miller’s 2018 House Campaign

October 2017: Miller Hosted An “Orange County For Trump Cocktail Kickoff”

July 2017: Miller Refused To Talk About Trump, Saying, “I’m Not Running For President, I’m Running For Congress”

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Congress. ... Is there historical precedence for the party in power to lose seats? Yes. But is this a usual election cycle? I’m betting it isn’t.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/28/17]

2016 Presidential Election

October 2016: Miller Criticized Trump’s Comments About Women During The “Access Hollywood” Tape Aftermath

In A Tweet, Miller Claimed That “As A Husband And Father Of A Daughter,” He Was “Appalled And Offended By Donald Trump’s Comments.”

[Twitter, Mike Miller, 10/8/16]

July 2016: Miller Shared A Facebook Post From “Christians For Donald Trump”

Miller Shared A Post From The Christians For Donald Trump. “Christians for Donald Trump, July 26th, 2016. Hillary’s moment is not so historic. She really isn’t the first woman ever nominated by a political party to be president.” [Facebook, Mike Miller, 7/28/16]

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March 2016: At A Rubio Campaign Event, Miller Called Trump A “Con Artist”

Miller Criticized Trump University And Called Trump A “Con Artist”: “I Think Trump University Is Just The Pinnacle Of What We Are Seeing, The Con Artist In Action”

Miller Criticized Trump’s Campaign: “[Trump] Does The Same Schtick Everywhere He Goes And It’s Really Non-Substantive.”

Miller Noted That Attacking Trump Was A Dangerous Strategy For Republicans, Given The Possibility Of Him Winning The Nomination

Miller Conceded That Attacking Trump Was A Difficult Strategy For Republicans And That By Attacking Trump Republicans Were Potentially Giving Ammunition To The Democrats In The 2016 Election. “Both, however, noted the danger of the strategy they and other supporters of Rubio, as well as much of the Republican establishment, are facing. By attacking Donald Trump so bluntly and uniformly, expressing no trust, they may be giving Democrats all the ammunition they need in November.” [Orlando Rising, 3/5/16]

January 2016: Miller Shared A Facetious Photo Of A Red Hat That Said “Scared Of Megyn Kelly” On Facebook

Miller Shared A Facetious Photo Of A Red Hat That Said “Scared Of Megyn Kelly” On Facebook.

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[Facebook, Mike Miller, 1/29/16]

Issues

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Civil Rights & Liberties

Significant Findings

 In 2017, Miller sponsored a successful appropriations project to secure $50,000 in funding for IDignity, a charity that facilitates people obtaining identifying documents.

Florida State Legislature Appropriations

2017: Miller Sponsored A Successful Appropriations Project To Secure $50,000 For A Charity To Help People Obtain Identifying Documents

Miller Sponsored HB 3617, An Appropriation Project Securing $50,000 In Funding For IDignity, A Charity That Helped People Obtaining Identifying Documents. “On Friday, as IDignity formally announced its new funding, it also showed off a birth certificate for the man from under the overpass - 33-year-old Tony Johnson. With IDignity’s help, he was able to get the document, apply for a Florida driver’s license and, immediately afterward, apply for a job. Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, who helped secure $50,000 from the Legislature, said he is a believer in the program and would like to see it expand to other Florida communities. ‘While it really does help Central Florida,’ he said, ‘the challenge for me was to show this is replicable around the state - because there are a lot of able-bodied people who would love to be working but they don’t have ID. And the first step is to prove you are who you say you are.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 6/23/17; Florida House of Representatives, 5/8/17]

May 2017: HB 3617 Was Inserted Into SB 2500, The State Budget. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/8/17]

June 2017: Governor Scott Approved The State Budget. [Florida House of Representatives, 6/2/17]

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Economy & Jobs

Significant Findings

 In 2014, Miller stated that government regulation stymied job growth in Florida and that he would look to emulate the policies of states like Texas and Georgia.

Florida’s Economic Growth

2014: Miller Asserted That Government Regulation Was Stymying Job Growth In Florida And He Would Look To The “Best Practices” Of States Like Texas And Georgia “And Import Them To Our State”

Miller Asserted That Governmental Regulation Stymied Job Growth And When In Office He Would Apply Business-Friendly Ideas From States Like Texas And Georgia. “Miller, 46, who has worked for Rollins for three years, contends that much of Pearson’s business as an environmental consultant comes from governmental regulation, which stymies job growth. Miller said he would apply lessons learned from states such as Texas and Georgia, which rank higher than Florida on lists of best states for business. ‘I’d like to look at the best practices of the other states and import them to our state,’ he said. Miller graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor’s degree in history in 1990 and received a master’s in business administration from Rollins College in 2008. He and his wife, Nora, have been married 18 years. He has a 14-year-old son and 13-year-old daughter.” [Orlando Sentinel, 8/10/14]

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Education Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2017, Miller voted for a controversial education bill that would require public schools to share funding with area charter schools based on enrollment.

 As a candidate for the Florida House, Miller expressed support for charter schools.

 In 2017, Miller voted for a bill which allowed parents and activists to lobby to remove materials they deem objectionable.

 The conservative organization the Florida Citizens’ Alliance bill developed and drafted the bill.

 In 2016, Miller received an F from interest group Fund Education Now.

Education Interest Group Ratings

2016: Miller Received An F From Organization Fund Education Now

2016: Miller Received An F From Fund Education Now. [Fund Education Now, 2016 report card, accessed 2/5/18]

Fund Education Now Was An Organization Devoted To Voter Education On The Topic Of Public Education. “Mission: To inspire and empower voters to advocate on behalf of Florida’s children and their right to a high-quality public education as provided in Article IX, Section 1 of the Florida Constitution.” [Fund Education Now, About, accessed 2/5/18]

K-12 Education

Charter & Public Schools

2017: Miller Supported A Controversial Education Bill That Would Require Public Schools To Fund Area Charter Schools

Miller Voted For A Bill Requiring Public School Districts To Fund Charter Schools In Their Area. In April 2017, Miller voted for HB 7069. According to the Palm Beach Times, “HB 7069 would require school districts to give a proportionate share of that money to eligible charter schools operating in their county, with their share determined by the number of students each school enrolls.” [Palm Beach Times, Extra Credit Blog, 7/19/17; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 4/13/17]

The Florida Association Of School Superintendents Urged Governor Scott To Veto The Bill, HB 7069. “On behalf of the Florida Association of District School Superintendents, we urge you to veto HB 7069 and the Florida Education Funding Program (FEFP) in the General Appropriations Act.” [Washington Post, 5/31/17]

HEADLINE: “Parents, School Leaders Urge ‘No’ Vote On Mammoth Education Bill.” [Miami Herald, 5/8/17]

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The Bill Was Highly Unpopular Among Public Education Advocates. “Orange leaders, along with public education advocates across the state, are encouraging Gov. Rick Scott to veto a major education bill and the state budget, saying employees are facing a year with no raises be-cause of ‘political games’ in Tallahassee.” [Orlando Sentinel, 5/17/17]

When Discussing Controversial School Bill, Miller Said “The Last Thing I Want To Do As A State Legislator Is [To] Impact Public Education.” “Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, who voted for the controversial House Bill 7069, attended the Orange schools event. He said afterward what he heard Wednesday contradicts what he was told in Tallahassee, namely that teachers and school employees would have more opportunities for extra pay through the Best and Brightest program. The education bill would expand and alters the program, which rewards teachers partly on their old ACT or SAT scores. ‘The last thing I want to do as a state legislator is [to] impact public education,’ Miller said.” [Orlando Sentinel, 5/17/17]

June 2017: Governor Scott Signed The Bill Into Law. [Florida House of Representatives, 6/16/17]

2014: As A Candidate For The State Legislature, Miller Supported Charter Schools

As A Candidate For State Legislature, Miller Expressed Support For Charter Schools. “Republican Mike Miller, who is running against Stewart in District 47, surrounded by pro-public-education candidates and an audience largely of pro-education parents and teachers at Winter Park High School, found himself most often agreeing with many of the Democrats’ points […] Stewart tried to bait her opponent, Miller, into expressing support for charters, and Miller did, saying competition and choice are good for education, but not without calling for broader accountability.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/28/14]

Curriculum & Textbooks

2017: Miller Voted For A Bill To Make It Easier For Parents And Activists To Alter Or Remove Public School Materials That They Object To

Miller Voted For A Bill Making It Easier For Public School Materials To Be Altered Or Removed; Opponents Of The Bill Condemned It For “Banning Books.” In April 2017, Miller voted for HR 0989. According to reporter Scott Maxwell, the bill “would make it easier for parents and activists to challenge textbooks and reading assignments they find offensive, so schools can ‘discontinue use’ of them […] Orange County School Board Chairman Bill Sublette said he has no interest in banning books ‘or even entertaining such efforts.’ But this pro-censorship push already cleared the House with bipartisan ease. Local reps voting for it included Democrats Bruce Antone and Kamia Brown and Republicans Jason Brodeur, Bob Cortes, Eric Eisnaugle, Mike LaRosa, Mike Miller, Scott Plakon, Rene Plasencia and Jennifer Sullivan.” [Orlando Sentinel, Op-Ed by Sentinel reporter Scott Maxwell, 4/25/17; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 4/20/17]

June 2017: Governor Scott Signed The Bill Into Law. [Florida House of Representatives, 6/27/17]

The Florida Citizens’ Alliance, A Conservative Group Led By Keith Flaugh That Led Opposition To Common Core, Developed And Supported The Bill. “Keith Flaugh is a retired IBM executive living in Naples, Fla., and a man with a mission. He describes it as ‘getting the school boards to recognize ... the garbage that's in our textbooks.’ Flaugh helped found Florida Citizens’ Alliance, a conservative group that fought unsuccessfully to stop Florida from signing on to Common Core educational standards. More recently, the group has turned its attention to the books being used in Florida’s schools. A new state law, developed and pushed through by Flaugh’s group, allows parents, and any residents, to challenge the use of textbooks and instructional materials they find objectionable via an independent hearing.” [NPR, Morning Edition, 7/31/17]

Flaugh And His Organization Took Issue With “Pornograph[ic]” Books By Toni Morrison And A “Revisionist” Government Textbook, Among Others. “Flaugh finds many objections with the books used by

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Florida students. Two years ago, members of the alliance did what he calls a ‘deep dive’ into 60 textbooks. ‘We found them to be full of political indoctrination, religious indoctrination, revisionist history and distorting our founding values and principles, even a significant quantity of pornography,’ he says. The pornography, Flaugh says, was in literature and novels such as Angela’s Ashes, A Clockwork Orange and books by author Toni Morrison, which were in school libraries or on summer reading lists. […] He found more than 80 places where he believes the textbook was wrong or showed bias, beginning with the cover. Its subtitle is ‘Our Democracy.’ ‘We’re not a democracy, we’re a constitutional republic,’ Flaugh says. He believes many textbooks downplay the importance of individual liberties and promote a reliance on federal authority, and what he calls ‘a nanny state mentality.’” [NPR, Morning Edition, 7/31/17]

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Energy Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2017, Miller sponsored an unsuccessful bill to ban fracking in Florida.

 In an op-ed, Miller argued: “Without definitive proof that fracking is safe for our water systems, beyond a shadow of a doubt, I am not prepared to allow our lifeblood to potentially be contaminated by chemicals not regulated at the state or federal level.”

 In 2016, Miller was one of seven Republicans to cross party lines in order to vote against a bill expanding fracking in Florida, but the bill passed anyway.

 In 2015, Miller voted in favor of a successful bill which Democrats claimed opened the door to widespread fracking in environmentally sensitive areas, and later claimed he voted for the bill without reviewing it.

Fracking

2017: Miller Sponsored An Unsuccessful Bill To Ban Fracking As A Method Of Oil Extraction In Florida

March 2017: After Other Fracking Bills Were Picked Up In The Legislature, Miller Sponsored A Bill Banning Fracking For Two Years And Calling For An EPA Study On The Issue

Miller Sponsored A Bill Banning Fracking For A Two-Year Period And Calling For A Florida EPA Study Of Fracking. “A bill that would ban fracking in Florida advanced in the Senate on Tuesday, but House members appear less receptive to the idea. […] A similar fracking ban proposed in the House by Mike Miller, R-Orlando will require changes. House members, primarily those along the Atlantic and Gulf coasts, support the bill, but others in the central stretches of the state think the ban is not necessary. For that reason, Miller said he likely will borrow parts of a bill passed by the House last year calling for a two-year moratorium on fracking and a study by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Statewide regulation on fracking would have been written with the results of the study. ‘I think this bill will have some elements of that bill,’ Miller said. ‘But I’m not there yet on what parts we’ll take.’” [Naples Daily News, 3/7/17; Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

Miller’s Bill To Ban Fracking Came After A Democratic Effort Began In The State Senate. “A once-unpopular proposal by Democrats to ban fracking in Florida picked up influential support Tuesday from key Republicans in the state Senate, but its fate in the House is uncertain. Sen. Dana Young, R-Tampa, joined fellow freshman Sen. Gary Farmer, D-Fort Lauderdale, in supporting the ban of all types of an oil extraction method known as fracking […] Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, filed an identical proposed fracking ban Tuesday in the House. ‘It’s definitely not a slam dunk, definitely no guarantee,’ Miller said. ‘But at least it’s getting all of us to consider what this does to our state, our environment and our tourism.’” [USA Today, 1/24/17]

Miller’s Bill Followed The Lead Of Republican Dana Young’s Senate Bill. “A bipartisan group of state lawmakers called for a statewide ban on fracking Tuesday, adding the heft of members of the Republican majority to what has been a years-long goal of South Florida Democrats. State Sen. Dana Young, R-Tampa,

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filed a bill Monday that would ban the practice in Florida, and state Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, is set to file similar legislation in the House.” [Sun Sentinel, 1/24/17]

Miller’s Push To Ban Fracking In Florida Drew Support From Democrats And Environmental Organization The Conservancy Of Southwest Florida. “The Conservancy of Southwest Florida believes it is essential to have truly meaningful legislation to protect our water resources from these activities. We are encouraged by a new bill proposed this past week by state Sen. Dana Young, a Republican from Tampa, banning all forms of enhanced well-stimulation techniques, including fracking, in Florida. A companion bill in the House has been filed by Republican Rep. Mike Miller of Orlando. These bills also have support from Democrats.” [Naples Daily News, Op-Ed by the CEO of the Conservancy of Southwest Florida, 2/3/17]

Miller Linked The Importance Of Clean Water In Florida To The State’s Economic Prosperity And Claimed He Wanted To Stop The Process Until It Was Guaranteed To Be Environmentally Safe

Miller Linked The Importance Of Clean Water In Florida To The State’s Economic Prosperity. “Meanwhile, in Tallahassee this year, a push to pass a bill banning fracking in Florida has been led by Republicans: Sen. Dana Young of Tampa and Rep. Mike Miller of Winter Park. As Miller wrote for the Sentinel in a February guest column, ‘Protecting Florida’s clean water supply is intrinsically tied to our economy in so many ways from tourism to agriculture, and our state is already struggling to meet the growing demand for water.’ Both the Senate and House versions of the bill have long lists of co-sponsors from both parties. [Orlando Sentinel, Editorial Board, 3/31/17]

Miller: “My Goal Is To Stop Fracking Until We Can Be Sure That The Process Is Safe In Florida’s Unique Environment.” “My goal is to stop fracking until we can be sure that the process is safe in Florida’s unique environment. […] Without definitive proof that fracking is safe for our water systems, beyond a shadow of a doubt, I am not prepared to allow our lifeblood to potentially be contaminated by chemicals not regulated at the state or federal level.” [Orlando Sentinel, Op-Ed by Mike Miller, 2/6/17]

Miller’s Bill Floundered Over Questions Of Property Rights And Then Died

Miller’s Anti-Fracking Bill Floundered Over Questions of Property Rights. “A bill that would ban fracking in Florida is dead this year, with the state House and Senate unwilling to agree on whether a scientific study is needed before considering an all-out prohibition. House bill sponsor Mike Miller, R-Orlando, said he still believes the state should have some sort of a fracking ban, but the study would ward off lawsuits brought by property owners who feel their rights have been violated. He said House leadership would not let his bill move forward without the study. ‘I think there’s a leadership situation where we have concerns about property rights issues and things the Senate sponsor may not agree with,’ Miller said, adding there was no chance the bill could be revived. ‘You never say never, but now we’re saying it looks like that will be next year.’” [Naples Daily News, 3/30/17]

Miller Said “We’ll See What We Can Do” When His Anti-Fracking Push Raised Controversy In The State House And Senate. “Sen. Dana Young, of Tampa, is sponsoring a bill that would create an all-out ban on fracking, which fractures rock in the way of oil or natural gas […] However, Young’s bill might not survive the House in its absolute form. A House version filed by Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, will need to take on last year’s failed statewide regulation bill for it to have a chance. The sponsor of last year’s bill, Rep. Ray Rodrigues, R-Estero, is now the House majority leader. ‘I know leader Rodrigues will need to see some elements of his bill in there, so that’s something we’re still trying to work out,’ Miller said. ‘And with Senator Young unwilling to compromise much, which you know, we’re still trying to see what we can do.’” [Naples Daily News, 3/22/17]

May 2017: The Bill Died In Committee. “The bill died in Resources and Public Lands Subcommittee.” [Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

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2016: Miller Crossed Party Lines To Vote Against Expanding Fracking In Florida

Miller Crossed Party Lines To Vote Against HB 191, Which Would Bar Local Governments From Banning Fracking; The Bill Passed. “After an intense debate spread over two days, the Florida House on Wednesday approved a bill that would revamp regulation of the controversial oil and gas drilling process known as ‘fracking.’ The bill (HB 191) would bar local governments from imposing moratoriums on fracking, while requiring the state Department of Environmental Protection to undertake a wide-ranging study that would include looking at potential risks and economic benefits of the process. The bill spurred heavy debate Tuesday and Wednesday and passed in a 73-45 vote that was nearly along party lines. Republicans Halsey Beshears of Monticello, Chris Latvala of Clearwater, Mike Miller of Winter Park, Holly Raschein of Key Largo, Greg Steube of Sarasota, Jay Trumbull of Panama City and Charles Van Zant of Keystone Heights crossed party lines to vote against the measure.” [Palm Beach Post, 1/27/16; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 1/27/16]

2015: Miller Voted For Legislation With The Potential To Expand Fracking In Florida, Then Claimed He Had Not Had A Chance To Review The Bill

Miller Voted To Pass A Bill House Republicans Claimed Would Provide For Regulation Of The Fracking Industry And Democrats Said Would Increase Fracking In Environmentally Sensitive Areas In Florida

May 2015: The Bill Died On The Calendar. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/1/15]

Miller Said He Had Voted For The Bill Without Reviewing It

An Orlando Sentinel Op-Ed Contributor Rated Contradictory Mailers That Argued For Miller’s Support And Lack Of Support For Fracking Both “Technically True”

VIDEO: Op-Ed Contributor: “Miller Actually Supported Pro-Fracking Legislation Last Year And Opposed Fracking Legislation This Year.” “And finally, we have two mailers about Mike Miller, a Republican legislator trying to keep his Winter Park area seat. Now, they both deal with the controversial practice of fracking. And this mailer, from Miller, says he worked to ban fracking, but this mailer, from supporters of Democrat Beth Tuura, says Miller supported fracking. So who’s right? Well, they both are. Miller actually supported pro-fracking legislation last year and then opposed fracking legislation this year.” [Orlando Sentinel, Video Op-Ed by Scott Maxwell, accessed 1/8/18]

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Environmental Issues

Significant Findings

 As a candidate for state office in 2014, Miller opposed a popular amendment which revived funding for an environmental land-buying program.

 Miller opposed amendment because it redirected funds earmarked for housing to environmental projects and Miller said “families…are a little more important than the environment.”

Florida Forever

While A Candidate, Miller Opposed Amendment 1, A Popular Piece Of Legislation Which Revived Funding For The Environmental Preservation Land-Buying Program “Florida Forever”

Miller Said He Opposed Amendment 1 Because It Restricted The Legislature’s Use Of Money Originally Intended For Affordable Housing. “Stewart, a Democrat, favors Amendment 1 to the Florida Constitution, which would provide a guaranteed funding source for buying and restoring conservation lands with a portion of the documentary stamps attached to real-estate sales. […] Miller, a Republican, said he opposes Amendment 1 because it restricts the Legislature on how to best use the doc-stamp money, which he said was originally in-tended for affordable housing.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

Amendment 1 Would Have Revived Funding For Environmental Land-Buying Program Florida Forever. “Florida once had a politically popular land-buying program called Florida Forever that preserved some of the remaining wild places in the state's rapidly developing landscape. But then the Legislature started draining the money off to spend on other projects. Between 2009 and 2014, lawmakers slashed its funding by more than 97 percent. So in 2014, frustrated environmental advocates mustered enough support to put on the ballot a measure called Amendment 1. This constitutional amendment was intended to require the state to revive the funding for Florida Forever.” [Tampa Bay Times, 1/5/18]

Amendment 1 Passed With 75% Of The Vote. “Amendment 1 passed in 2014 with 75 percent of the vote, a far higher margin of victory than for Gov. Rick Scott or any other politician running statewide. The vote garnered national attention because it was the largest land conservation measure ever approved in a single state.” [Tampa Bay Times, 1/5/18]

Miller Said The Environment Was An Issue But Did Not Support Redirecting Money Intended For Housing Because “Families…Are A Little More Important Than The Environment”

Miller Said He Opposed Amendment 1 Because It Restricted The Legislature’s Use Of Money Originally Intended For Affordable Housing. “Miller, a Republican, said he opposes Amendment 1 because it restricts the Legislature on how to best use the doc-stamp money, which he said was originally intended for affordable housing. ‘If we have an affordable-housing crisis and we have money set aside by the constitution to put toward an environmental program, then we have actually hurt families, which I think are a little more important than the environment,’ said Miller, 45, director of athletics marketing for Rollins College. Miller said protecting Central Florida’s water resources is a high priority for him, but so is diversifying the economy and creating higher-wage jobs.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

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Miller: “If We Have An Affordable-Housing Crisis… Then We Have Actually Hurt Families, Which I Think Are A Little More Important Than The Environment.” “‘If we have an affordable-housing crisis and we have money set aside by the constitution to put toward an environmental program, then we have actually hurt families, which I think are a little more important than the environment,’ said Miller, 45, director of athletics marketing for Rollins College. Miller said protecting Central Florida’s water resources is a high priority for him, but so is diversifying the economy and creating higher-wage jobs.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

Miller Claimed That Preserving Florida’s Water Sources Was A High Priority For Him But So Was Improving The Economy

Miller Claimed That Preserving Florida’s Water Sources Was A High Priority For Him But So Was Improving The Economy. “Incumbent House Representative Linda Stewart and her challenger Mike Miller both believe saving Florida’s springs, lakes and aquifer is crucial to the state’s future. Where they disagree is how to pay for it. […] Miller said protecting Central Florida’s water resources is a high priority for him, but so is diversifying the economy and creating higher-wage jobs.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

Miller Claimed That “A Lot Of Jobs, Pre-Disney, Were With Lockheed Martin And Similar-Type Companies That Did Clean Manufacturing” And “Could Easily Be Resurrected Here.” “‘A lot of jobs, pre-Disney, were with Lockheed Martin and similar-type companies that did clean manufacturing. Those jobs could easily be resurrected here,’ said Miller, who is seeking his first elected office.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

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FEMA And Disaster Relief Issues

Significant Findings

 After Hurricane Maria in September 2017, Miller was part of a bipartisan group to help provide support to Puerto Rico.

 Miller was concerned about the humanitarian needs of new Puerto Ricans moving to Florida after Hurricane Maria, but also hoped to talk to them about values he shared with them as a candidate for ongress

Hurricane Maria

September 2017: Miller Was Part Of A Bipartisan Group To Help Provide Support To Puerto Rico, Though It Was Unclear What Results The Group Actually Facilitated

Miller Was A Part Of A Bipartisan Response Team To Help Puerto Rico Recover From Hurricane Maria. “Two Republican state House members of Puerto Rican descent are spearheading a bipartisan response team to help the powerless island recover from Hurricane Maria and assist residents who want to evacuate to Florida as the situation becomes more dire. […] The team consists of nearly two dozen members of the Florida House and Senate: Speaker Pro Tempore Jeanette Núñez, Senate Minority Leader Oscar Braynon, House Speaker-designate José R. Oliva, Rep. Robert Asencio, Sen. Anitere Flores, Sen. Victor Torres, Rep. Jose Felix Diaz, Rep. Jackie Toledo, Rep. Mike Miller…” [Politico, 9/25/17]

According To Its Website, FL2PR’s Mission Was To Assist With Infrastructure Help, Disaster Supplies, And Evacuation To Florida. “Mission: 1) To assist Puerto Rico in its recovery efforts, by providing short term and long-term infrastructure help. Connecting public and private entities from Florida to provide materials needed to achieve this. 2) To coordinate assistance with logistical connection regarding disaster supplies to Puerto Rico. 3) To assist evacuees leaving the island with many issues including education, healthcare, documents, and other issues. 4) Create in different regions one stop ‘service centers’ using current Response team members for assistance of those relocating to Florida. Service center shall include job placement opportunities from partners.” [Florida to Puerto Rico Response Team, accessed 1/16/18]

NOTE: Further research necessary to determine the long term impact, if any, of FL2PR.

Miller Appeared To See The Influx Of Puerto Ricans Into Florida After Hurricane Maria As An Opportunity To Gain More Voters

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Gun Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2016, the NRA endorsed Miller in his run for re-election to the state legislature.

 After the 2016 massacre at Pulse nightclub, Miller voted with Democrats unsuccessfully to force a special session of the legislature to address gun control.

 The Pulse nightclub was in Miller’s state house district.

 After the Pulse shooting Miller claimed to be “open to” tightening Florida’s gun laws and having a “national conversation” about gun control, but said it was inappropriate to have a political debate in the days after the shooting.

 Miller repeatedly voted to establish open-carry law in Florida.

 Miller voted to allow concealed carry on college campuses.

National Rifle Association

2016: The National Rifle Association Endorsed Miller’s Run For Re-Election To The State Legislature

Miller’s Run For Re-Election To The State Legislature Was Endorsed By The National Rifle Association. [Vote Smart, 10/7/16]

When Asked About His ‘A’ Rating From The NRA And His Votes For Pro-Gun Bills, Miller Said He “Struggled With” His Voting Decisions. “But with an A rating from the NRA and a legislative record of supporting two controversial gun bills last year — for open-carry, and for allowing guns on college campuses — Miller had to walk a fine line. He said the gun bills were complex, with 2nd Amendment issues to consider, and said he supported a special session this summer to discuss guns, after Pulse. ‘I can tell you I struggled with it,’ he said of past gun bills. ‘We had a mass shooting by a terrorist, homegrown, who should never have had access to a gun,’ Miller said. ‘He should never have had access to a gun, whether it’s because of his habits and what he did to expose himself as a terrorist, and also because of his mental health. We have a big crisis in our country right now and our Legislature is struggling with it: how do we deal with mentally ill people and how do we absolutely keep them away from weapons?’” [Florida Politics, 10/4/16]

2016 Pulse Nightclub Massacre

The Pulse Nightclub Was Located Within Miller’s Florida State House District 47

The Pulse Nightclub Was Located In Miller’s State House District. “But three Republican incumbents crossed party lines and voted to return to Tallahassee and debate the issue. State Reps. Shawn Harrison, R-Tampa, and Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, as well as Sen. Anitere Flores, R-Miami, all broke ranks from GOP leaders […] Laws banning people on terrorist watch lists from buying guns, the so-called ‘no fly, no buy’ measures, have grown more popular in Florida after the mass shooting that killed 49 people in Orlando last month. A Public Policy Polling

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survey released last week found that 83 percent of Floridians support such a ban. It doesn’t help Miller that Pulse, the gay nightclub where the shooting took place, is in his district.” [Miami Herald, 7/5/16]

Miller Voted With Florida Democrats To Push Unsuccessfully For A Special Legislative Session On Gun Control After The Pulse Nightclub Shooting

After The 2016 Massacre At Pulse Nightclub In Orlando, Miller Joined Two Of His Fellow Republicans And Democrats To Call For A Special Legislative Session To Debate Gun Restrictions. “Democratic legislators demanded a special session to consider changes to gun laws. But in the throes of an election campaign, Republicans refused to give Democrats a platform for a gun debate and no session was held. Only three of the 100-plus Republicans in the 160-member Legislature supported a special session. It was no coincidence that all three were running in competitive ‘swing’ districts where they needed to appeal to moderate Republican voters and independents. They were Reps. Shawn Harrison of Tampa and Mike Miller of Winter Park and Sen. Anitere Flores of Miami. All three won their elections.” [Tampa Bay Times, 1/18/17]

The Tampa Bay Times Noted That “It Was No Coincidence That All Three [Republicans] Were Running In Competitive ‘Swing’ Districts.” “It was no coincidence that all three were running in competitive ‘swing’ districts where they needed to appeal to moderate Republican voters and independents. They were Reps. Shawn Harrison of Tampa and Mike Miller of Winter Park and Sen. Anitere Flores of Miami. All three won their elections.” [Tampa Bay Times, 1/18/17]

The Miami Herald Implied That Miller Was Facing Pressure To Vote With Democrats: “It Didn’t Help Miller That Pulse…Is In His District.” “But three Republican incumbents crossed party lines and voted to return to Tallahassee and debate the issue. State Reps. Shawn Harrison, R-Tampa, and Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, as well as Sen. Anitere Flores, R-Miami, all broke ranks from GOP leaders […] Laws banning people on terrorist watch lists from buying guns, the so-called ‘no fly, no buy’ measures, have grown more popular in Florida after the mass shooting that killed 49 people in Orlando last month. A Public Policy Polling survey released last week found that 83 percent of Floridians support such a ban. It doesn’t help Miller that Pulse, the gay nightclub where the shooting took place, is in his district.” [Miami Herald, 7/5/16]

The Measure Calling For A Special Legislative Sessions On Guns Failed 89-50. “A Democratic push for a special legislative session on guns didn’t come close to passing - falling 46 votes short of what was needed. But it did force candidates to declare where they stood on a gun control debate that has increasingly be-come one-sided, at least among members of the general public. In most cases, even the most vulnerable Republicans in the Legislature rejected the request for a special session on passing legislation that would ban people on terrorist watch lists from buying guns. Overall, the effort was defeated 89-50, according to a final Tuesday tally.” [Miami Herald, 7/5/16]

After The Pulse Shooting, Miller Said He Was “Open To Tightening The State’s Gun Laws”

After The Pulse Shooting, Miller Called For A “National Conversation” About Gun Control But Protested That “I Don’t Want Any Family To Think There Is Anything Political Here”

June 2016: Miller: “I Don’t Want Any Family To Think There Is Anything Political Here But…We’ve Got To Have A National Conversation About How We Can Prevent These Things.” “As their community reeled

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from the unimaginable bloodshed of a lone gunman, local elected leaders gingerly addressed this question Sunday: Do laws need to change to prevent this from happening again? ‘We have an ongoing debate about gun ownership in this country and we’re trying to prevent mental illness,’ said Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, whose district office is less than a mile from the Pulse nightclub. ‘We’ve got to put something in [the law] where we figure out if someone is having mental health issues’ before they can obtain a gun. […] Gardiner and Miller added, however, that the time would come for more answers. […] Miller, a first-term Republican state representative, said he was determined not to politicize the tragedy but the questions were unavoidable. ‘I don’t want any family to think there is anything political here but it’s a question that needs to be discussed,’ Miller said. ‘We’ve got to have a national conversation about how we can prevent these things.’” [Miami Herald, 6/13/16]

Days Later, Miller Claimed It Was An Inappropriate Time To Have A Debate On Gun Control When A Democrat Challenging Him For His House Seat Criticized His Record

Miller Did Not Appear To Have Received Any Donations From The NRA During The 2016 Campaign Cycle. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 1/8/18]

Lim Was Defeated By Beth Tuura In The Democratic Primary. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 1/8/18]

Open-Carry

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Miller Voted In Committee To Establish Open-Carry Law In Florida, Despite Acknowledging His Reservations, And Then Again On The House Floor

Miller Voted For NRA-Backed Bill To Allow Open Carry In Committee, Despite Concerns That From Law Enforcement Groups About The Absence Of Additional Training Or Holstering Requirements And Other Safeguards. “A plan endorsed by the National Rifle Association that would allow more than 1.4 million Floridians to openly carry firearms continues to garner support in the Republican-led Legislature, despite concerns from law enforcement groups and other critics about the absence of additional training or holstering requirements and other safeguards that they want included. […] Two of the Republicans who voted for the bill Wednesday – Larry Ahern of Seminole and Mike Miller of Winter Park – acknowledged they have reservations about the proposal, but said they trusted Gaetz would get those concerns resolved as the bill moves forward in the committee process. It now goes to the House Judiciary Committee. The NRA and other gun-rights groups said the bill would strengthen Second Amendment rights and shield gun-owners from undeserved prosecution.” [Miami Herald, 11/18/15; House Bill 163, Justice Appropriations Subcommittee Vote, 11/18/15]

Miller Admitted He Had Reservations About The Bill, But Claimed He Trusted The Bill’s Sponsor Would Address Those Concerns In The Committee Process. “Just 10 sheriffs out of the 67 in Florida are on record in favor of the open-carry bill. Liberty County Sheriff Nick Finch is among them, and he referenced the recent terrorist attacks in Paris, France to illustrate why open-carry is needed in Florida. […] Two of the Republicans who voted for the bill Wednesday – Larry Ahern of Seminole and Mike Miller of Winter Park – acknowledged they have reservations about the proposal, but said they trusted Gaetz would get those concerns resolved as the bill moves forward in the committee process. It now goes to the House Judiciary Committee. The NRA and other gun- rights groups said the bill would strengthen Second Amendment rights and shield gun-owners from undeserved prosecution.” [Miami Herald, 11/18/15]

February 2016: Miller Voted For Passage Of The Bill. In February 2016, Miller voted for a bill “providing that certain persons and public entities that infringe on specified rights of an individual may be subject to liability under specified provisions and have no immunity; providing that an employer may direct an employee regarding weapons; specifying that a law enforcement officer may arrest a person for the unlicensed carrying of a concealed weapon only upon reasonable suspicion or probable cause that such a violation is being committed; providing that certain legislators may carry a concealed weapon or firearm in meetings of the Legislature, etc.” The bill passed 80- 38. [House Bill 163, Floor Vote, 2/3/16]

Final Version Of The Bill Banned Undocumented Immigrants From Obtaining Open Carry Licenses, And Allowed Legislators To Carry Concealed Weapons In Legislative Meetings. “The bill would allow people with concealed carry permits to openly carry firearms. Amendments added Tuesday would also ban people who are in the country illegally from obtaining such a license, and allow legislators to carry concealed weapons in meetings of the Legislature.” [Sun Sentinel, 2/3/16]

March 2016: The Bill Eventually Died In The Senate Criminal Justice Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, HB 163, 3/11/16]

Miller Voted To Allow Concealed Carry On College Campuses

February 2016: Miller Voted For A Bill To Allow Concealed Carry On On College Campuses. In 2016, Miller voted for a bill that “removes provision prohibiting concealed carry licensees from openly carrying handgun or carrying concealed weapon or firearm into college or university facility.” The bill passed 80-37. [House Bill 4001, Floor Vote, 2/3/16]

Bill Removed College Campuses From A List Of Prohibited Sites For Those With Concealed Carry Licenses. “With somewhat less fanfare, the Legislature passed a bill allowing concealed carry holders to bring

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their weapons onto college campuses, which are currently on a list of prohibited sites, including courtrooms, schools, the aforementioned government meetings and athletic events.” [Sun Sentinel, 2/3/16]

Allowing Concealed Carry Weapons On Campus Was Opposed By College And University Presidents, As Well As Campus Police Chiefs. “Allowing concealed weapons on campuses has widespread opposition from college and university presidents, campus police chiefs, the League of Women Voters and most Democrats, as well as several student and faculty organizations. College and university administrators estimated they'd have to spend millions on increased security measures and police training, if it ever became law.” [Tampa bay Times, 1/21/16]

March 2016: The Bill Eventually Died In The Senate Criminal Justice Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, HB 4001, 3/11/16]

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Health Care Issues

Significant Findings

 Miller supported repealing and replacing the Affordable Care Act, but would not say whether he would have voted for the American Health Care Act.

 Miller reversed a campaign promise he made in 2014 to support Medicaid expansion, but once elected opposed expansion and denied he had pledged to do support it.

 Miller claimed that once he got elected and “learned more” about the issue, he could not support expansion.

 Miller said Medicaid expansion funding was at risk because “if you watch Paul Ryan or anyone in the Republican leadership, they don’t want to send money down to the states. They’re trying to cut that Medicaid money off.”

 In 2017, Miller sponsored a direct primary care bill, which would allow patients to make regular payments to physicians to cover routine care, cutting out the role of insurers.

The Affordable Care Act

Repeal

2017: Miller Supported Repealing And Replacing The Affordable Care Act

Miller Would Not State A Position When Asked Whether He Would Have Voted For House Republican Healthcare Bill, Said “We Have To Repeal And Replace” Obamacare. “He has faced criticism in the past for reversing himself on his 2014 pledge to support Medicaid expansion for Florida, which he later said would have relied on money that was not guaranteed by the federal government. Miller wouldn’t say whether he would have voted for the Republican health care bill that passed the House by four votes, saying ‘rather than go back and give the answer about a bill that may not be going anywhere ... I know what [Speaker] Paul Ryan was trying to do, but what I’m watching right now is a negotiation in real time.’ He said the House and Senate would work together to craft something that can pass both houses but stressed ‘we have to repeal and replace’ Obamacare.” [Orlando Sentinel, 7/30/17]

Medicaid Expansion

2014: At A Campaign Event, Miller Vowed His Support For Medicaid Expansion

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2015: Once Elected, Miller Explicitly Denounced Expanding Medicare In A Legislative Update To Constituents

Miller Stated Via A Legislative Update Email: “We Oppose Expanding Medicaid Because It Is A Broken System With High Inflation, Unseverable Federal Strings, Poor Health Outcomes, And No Incentive For Personal Responsibility…” “Central Florida lawmakers are the primary targets of interest groups waging the battle over whether to expand federal health care for 800,000 low-income Floridians, with Democrats in particular hoping to use the issue to bolster their chances in next year’s elections. […] Plasencia, Cortes and Miller are all freshman legislators who beat newly elected Democrats in 2014. Plasencia and Miller both said during their campaigns they would support Medicaid expansion. None of the three responded to phone calls and email requests for comment. Miller, however, sent out a legislative update outlining his opposition to Medicaid expansion. ‘We oppose expanding Medicaid because it is a broken system with high inflation, unseverable federal strings, poor health outcomes, and no incentive for personal responsibility for those who are able to provide for themselves,’ the email states.” [Orlando Sentinel, 5/11/15]

Orlando Sentinel Columnist: “Miller Seems To Have Abandoned” His Pledge To Expand Medicaid

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sent Miller a request to explain his actions now versus his promises before the election. He didn’t respond.” [Orlando Sentinel, Scott Maxwell Column, 4/27/15]

Column Headline: “Rep. Mike Miller - a health-care flip-flop?” [Orlando Sentinel, Scott Maxwell Columnist, 4/27/15]

2016: Miller Denied That He Had Broken A Campaign Promise To Expand Medicaid

Miller Claimed That Once He Got Elected And Learned More He Couldn’t Support Medicaid Expansion. “He added that once he got to Tallahassee and learned more, he felt he couldn’t put Florida at risk. ‘I found out when I was in the Legislature, Medicaid — health care — is 34 percent of our budget. We have a constitutional priority to balance our budget. So with 34 percent of it increasingly, increasingly going toward health care, we should probably take that money if we’re going to have that cost,’ Miller said. ‘The problem is, that’s not guaranteed money. We’re relying on the federal government to send that money to us. And if you watch Paul Ryan or anyone in the Republican leadership, they don’t want to send money down to the states. They’re trying to cut that Medicaid money off. I feel, and it’s my drive in the Legislature, to work toward alternatives, to bring the cost of health care down for everybody. Not just poor people. …We do help poor people,’ he said. ‘We do not let anybody go without health care.’” [Florida Politics, 10/4/16]

2017: The Orlando Sentinel Reported That Miller Had Reversed His Stance On His 2014 Promise To Support Medicaid Expansion

Direct Primary Care

2017: Miller Sponsored A Direct Primary Care Bill

Miller Supported Direct Primary Care Bill HB 161

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January 2017: Miller Introduced A Bill Specifying That Direct Primary Care Agreements, Which Allow Patients To Make Regular Payments Directly to Physicians, Did Not Constitute Insurance And Could Not Be Regulated As Such. In January 2017, Miller sponsored HB 161. According to the bill’s summary, HB 161 “specifies that direct primary care agreement does not constitute insurance & provides requirements for such agreement.” According to the News Service of Florida, “The bill (HB 161), which passed in a 107-6 vote, is backed by physician and small-business groups. Under direct primary care agreements, patients would make regular payments to physicians to cover routine care, cutting out the role of insurers. The bill, sponsored by House Insurance & Banking Chairman Danny Burgess, R-Zephyrhills, would make clear that the agreements are not insurance and are not subject to regulation under insurance laws.” [News Service of Florida, 3/31/17; Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

Miller Claimed The Bill Would Increase Preventative Care. “The bill (HB 161), which passed in a 107-6 vote, is backed by physician and small-business groups. Under direct primary care agreements, patients would make regular payments to physicians to cover routine care, cutting out the role of insurers. The bill, sponsored by House Insurance & Banking Chairman Danny Burgess, R-Zephyrhills, would make clear that the agreements are not insurance and are not subject to regulation under insurance laws. Rep. Mike Miller, a Winter Park Republican who is helping sponsor the bill, said the agreements will help lead to people receiving preventive care.” [News Service of Florida, 3/31/17]

Miller Argued That Direct Primary Care Would “Make The Healthcare System Stronger.” “HB 161 gives people and employers the option to negotiate and contract directly with a doctor for primary care services. It passed 107-6. Direct primary care will ‘make our healthcare system stronger,’ said Rep. Mike Miller, R- Winter Park, who sponsored the legislation last year and helped push HB 161 this year. Agreements with doctors aren’t insurance and don’t qualify as a health plan under Obamacare, but lawmakers believe it will increase access to preventive care.” [Tampa Bay Times, 3/30/17]

May 2017: The Bill Died On The Calendar. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

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Housing Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2016, Miller sponsored an uncontentious bill to use state funds to help prevent homelessness on a local level that the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness helped author

 On Miller’s congressional campaign website, he claimed to be a member of the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness’s Youth Committee

 In 2017, Miller stated in an interview that homeless people came to D.C. because “they think the government’s going to solve their issues.”

Homelessness

2016: Miller Sponsored An Uncontentious Bill Encouraging Municipalities To Localize Regulations Regarding Homelessness That Central Florida Commission On Homelessness Helped Author

Miller Sponsored A Bill To Allow Counties And Local Municipalities To Use State Funds To Localize Legislation On Homelessness. “Miller said a law on housing assistance for the homeless had been passed in ‘true Republican style,’ with less regulation on the local level on how to assist the homeless. The bill, HB 1235, revises requirements to take state funds and put them towards projects on the local level to eradicate homelessness and encourage counties and local municipalities to make their own plans to fight homelessness.” [Florida Politics, 6/27/16; Florida House of Representatives, 3/7/16]

Miller: “This Is Relieving Regulatory Burden. We’re Easing The Regulations On State Funds So That Local Entities Can Use It As They See Fit.” “Local lawmakers are backing a bill they say will free up millions in state dollars to help homeless families get out of rent-by-the-week motels and into apartments and homes. ‘This could have a huge impact on them,’ said Florida Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orange County. ‘Those families have a roof over their heads but they’re trapped — they’re trapped in a motel. And we keep hearing that they just need a little help with security deposits and utility deposits, and then they’ll be on their way.’ Miller is a co-sponsor of the bill with Rep. Jason Brodeur, R-Sanford, and Mike La Rosa, R-St. Cloud. The Senate version is sponsored by Sen. David Simmons, R-Altamonte Springs, who described the bill’s potential impact as ‘dramatic.’ […] ‘This is relieving regulatory burden,’ Miller said. ‘We’re easing the regulations on state funds so that local entities can use it as they see fit.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 1/25/16]

The Bill Passed Unanimously Through Children, Families & Seniors Subcommittee And The Appropriations Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, committee vote, 1/26/16; Florida House of Representatives, committee vote, 2/16/16]

March 2017: The Bill Was Laid On The Table But Its Companion Bill Was Signed Into Law By Governor Scott. [Florida House of Representatives, 3/7/16]

Central Florida Commission On Homelessness Helped Author The Bill. “Local lawmakers all said Central Florida led much of the rest of the state in taking action to house homeless individuals and families and that the bill would nudge others to follow suit. Andrae Bailey, CEO of the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness, which helped author the bill, agreed. And other provisions in the proposed law, he said, would create a statewide plan for housing the homeless and monitor progress.” [Orlando Sentinel, 1/25/16]

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Miller Said The Bill Would Free Up State Dollars To Help Homeless Families With Security Deposits To Get Out Of Rent-By-The-Week Motels And Into Apartments And Homes. “Local lawmakers are backing a bill they say will free up millions in state dollars to help homeless families get out of rent-by-the-week motels and into apartments and homes. ‘This could have a huge impact on them,’ said Florida Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orange County. ‘Those families have a roof over their heads but they're trapped — they're trapped in a motel. And we keep hearing that they just need a little help with security deposits and utility deposits, and then they'll be on their way.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 1/25/16]

Bill Would Allow Local Governments To Use Up To 25 Percent Of Housing Incentive Funding For Rental Assistance To Homeless People. “Currently the money goes into a statewide housing incentive program that is divvied up among counties and larger cities to spur homeownership programs. But the bill would allow local governments to use up to 25 percent of that total for rental assistance to homeless people — roughly $1.18 million this year for Orange and $282,000 for Osceola, the two counties with large numbers of families living in cramped motel rooms. It could go toward security deposits, utility deposits and monthly rent subsidies for up to a year. If the bill passes, each local city or county would need to create a plan, with input from homeless advocates, on how to use the funding.” [Orlando Sentinel, 1/25/16]

Miller Claimed To Be A Member Of The Central Florida Commission On Homelessness’s Youth Committee

On His Congressional Campaign Website, Miller Claimed That He Served On The “Central Florida Commission On Homelessness Committee On Youth Homelessness.” “Mike has been an advocate for affordable housing for seniors and families as Vice-Chair of Winter Park Housing Authority and continues to work to address the challenges facing our homeless youth by serving on the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness Committee on Youth Homelessness.” [Miller for Florida, accessed 1/19/18]

Miller Did Not Appear In Facebook Photos Of A July 2017 Meeting Of The CFCH Youth Committee. [Central Florida Commission on Homelessness, Facebook, 7/22/17; 7/22/17]

NOTE: Further research necessary on Miller’s role with Central Florida Commission on Homelessness.

Central Florida Commission on Homelessness Thanked Miller For His Work With Their Affordable Housing Workgroup

Central Florida Commission on Homelessness Thanked Miller For His Work With Their Affordable Housing Workgroup. “The Florida Housing Finance Corporation Board voiced support for the state Affordable Housing Workgroup's policy recommendations. This move is a significant step in the right direction for our community and the state. Thank you to Commission Board member and former Senate President Andy Gardiner, State Representative Mike Miller, and Shannon Nazworth for their extraordinary leadership on this workgroup. #rethinkhomelessness” [Central Florida Commission on Homelessness, Facebook, 12/11/17]

2017: VIDEO: Miller Claimed That Homeless People Go To D.C. “Because They Think The Government’s Going To Solve Their Issues”

VIDEO: Miller Claimed That Homeless People Go To D.C. “Because They Think The Government’s Going To Solve Their Issues.” “Q: Has your experiences as state representative dovetailed at all with your experience out there in the real estate community, especially with commercial—what’s going on? MILLER: Well, the one piece that doesn’t necessarily dovetail with commercial but has been very important to me since I was a little kid: I grew up in Washington, D.C. and I used to see homeless people a lot in Washington—people come there because they think the government’s gonna solve their issues. Well, that’s true here in Florida, because people come here for the weather and they think they’re gonna be able to get a job that’s gonna lead to something and sometimes it doesn’t, so I—since I’ve been in the state house I’ve been really passionate about trying to help those folks that can’t find a

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place to live, an affordable place to live. A lot of them have other issues, mental illness and whatnot […] I think in my particular case I’ve been able to work on some legislation in the first term of my House session and I was able to talk about how we can afford to help build affordable housing that can get either the chronic homeless or in my particular case I really care a lot about family homelessness…It’s been a big part of my legislative career.” [YouTube, Climer School, 7/3/17]

Note: Video saved on the DCCC Research drive.

Miller Served On The Winter Park Housing Authority

Miller Said He Served As Vice-Chair Of The Winter Park Housing Authority. “Mike has been an advocate for affordable housing for seniors and families as Vice-Chair of Winter Park Housing Authority and continues to work to address the challenges facing our homeless youth by serving on the Central Florida Commission on Homelessness Committee on Youth Homelessness.” [Miller for Florida, accessed 1/19/18]

Maitland Observer: “Miller Served For 17 Years On The Winter Park Housing Authority.” “Miller is focusing his campaign on two different policies — downsizing government and advocating for affordable housing. State’s rights always has been an important concept to Miller, who believes the federal government is way too involved regarding legislation and regulation. Regarding housing, Miller served for 17 years on the Winter Park Housing Authority.” [Maitland Observer, 7/27/17]

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Labor

Significant Findings

 In January 2018, Miller voted for a partisan, anti-union bill that would negatively affect public-sector unions with low enrollment.

 The bill exempted police unions, prison guard unions, and firefighter unions.

 The bill was widely panned by public-sector unions, such as teacher unions and nurse unions.

 Democrats claimed the bill would disproportionately affect unions representing professions dominated by women.

 In 2017, Miller sponsored a bill to increase access to workers’ compensation for first responders suffering from mental illness.

Unions

January 2018: Miller Voted For A Partisan, Anti-Union Bill That Would Punish Public-Sector Unions With Low Enrollment

January 2018: Miller Voted For HB 25, A Republican Bill Which Would Force Public-Sector Unions With Low Enrollment To Petition For Recertification

March 2018: The Bill Died In The Senate Commerce And Tourism Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, 3/10/18]

Public-Sector Unions Opposed The Bill

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attempt to silence those who dare to speak out and speak up on behalf of our public schools and our students.’” [Politico, 1/25/18]

Democrats Claimed The Bill Would Disproportionately Affect Unions Representing Professions Dominated By Women

Workers Compensation For First Responders

2017: Miller Sponsored A Bill To Increase Access To Workers Compensation For First Responders Suffering From Mental Illness

Miller Sponsored A Bill To Allow First Responders Suffering From Mental Illness To Receive Workers’ Compensation Benefits, Opposed Proposal To Cut Mental Health Funding. “Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park - who has backed a bill to allow first responders suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder to receive worker’s compensation benefits - called mental illness ‘a crisis’ in Florida.” [Orlando Sentinel, 3/9/17; Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

Miller Called Mental Illness “A Crisis” In Florida And Said “It [Was] Going To Take Money” To Address. “Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park - who has backed a bill to allow first responders suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder to receive worker’s compensation benefits - called mental illness ‘a crisis’ in Florida. ‘And it’s going to take money’ to address, he said.” [Orlando Sentinel, 3/9/17]

May 2017: HB 1019 Died In Oversight, Transparency & Administration Subcommittee. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

Chamber Of Commerce Legislative Ratings

2017-2018: Miller Received A 94% Score On The Florida Chamber Of Commerce’s Legislative Report Card Because Of Votes Taken Against The Chamber’s Positions

2017-2018: Miller Received A 94% Score On The Florida Chamber Of Commerce’s Legislative Report Card. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18]

2017-2018: Miller Broke With The Florida Chamber Of Commerce On Three Bills

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Miller Voted In Favor Of HJR 1, A Bill Introducing Judicial Term Limits, That The Florida Chamber Of Commerce Opposed

March 2017: Miller Voted In Favor Of HJR 1, A Bill Introducing Judicial Term Limits. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 3/29/17]

Florida Chamber Of Commerce Opposed The Bill. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18]

May 2017: The Bill Died In Judiciary Committee. [Florida Senate, 5/5/17]

Miller Voted In Favor Of HB 375, A Bill Developing Surveys To Assess Patient Safety Culture In Certain Health Care Facilities, That The Florida Chamber Of Commerce Opposed

March 2017: Miller Voted In Favor Of HB 375, A Bill Developing Surveys To Assess Patient Safety Culture In Certain Health Care Facilities. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 3/30/17]

Florida Chamber Of Commerce Opposed The Bill. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18]

May 2017: The Bill Died In Health Policy Committee. [Florida Senate, 5/5/17]

Miller Voted In Favor Of A Bill Facilitating A Deal Between The Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation And The Department Of Economic Opportunity, That The Florida Chamber Opposed

March 2017: Miller Voted In Favor Of HB 9, A Bill Facilitating A Deal Between The Florida Tourism Industry Marketing Corporation And The Department Of Economic Opportunity. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 3/10/17]

Florida Chamber Of Commerce Opposed The Bill. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18]

May 2017: The Bill Died In Commerce And Tourism Committee. [Florida Senate, 5/5/17]

2015-2016: Miller Received An 100% Score On The Florida Chamber Of Commerce’s Legislative Report Card

2015-2016: Miller Received An 100% Score On The Florida Chamber Of Commerce’s Legislative Report Card. [Florida Chamber of Commerce Legislative Report Card, Mike Miller, accessed 2/5/18]

Americans For Prosperity Legislative Ratings

2016: Miller Received An A+ Rating On The Florida Americans For Prosperity Economic Freedom Scorecard

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2016: Miller Received An A+ Rating On The Florida Americans For Prosperity Economic Freedom Scorecard. [Americans for Prosperity Florida, Economic Freedom Scorecard 2016 Legislative Session, accessed 2/5/18]

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Immigration & Border Issues

Significant Findings

 In November 2017, Miller said he appreciated Pence’s statements on immigration in a speech following a terrorist attack in New York City, saying “we really do need to be taking a hard look at how we handle who is coming into our country, and what that means.”

 In his speech, Pence said Trump had taken decisive action to institute extreme vetting, and called on Congress to end the diversity visa lottery.

 Miller repeatedly voted for a bill to ban sanctuary cities in Florida.

Legal Immigration

Miller: “We Really Do Need To Be Taking A Hard Look At How We Handle Who Is Coming Into Our Country”

Miller: “I Appreciate What The Vice President Said. We Really Do Need To Be Taking A Hard Look At How We Handle Who Is Coming Into Our Country, And What That Means.” “The speech was closed to the news media, but Republican state Rep. Mike Miller, running next year for Democratic U.S. Rep. Stephanie Murphy’s seat in Congress, said Pence again praised the Republican tax plan and also addressed Tuesday’s terror attack in New York City that left eight people dead. ‘I appreciate what the vice president said,’ Miller said. ‘We really do need to be taking a hard look at how we handle who is coming into our country, and what that means.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 11/2/17]

Pence: “President Trump Has Taken Decisive Action To Institute Extreme Vetting… We Call On The Congress To Immediately End The Diversity Visa Lottery Program That Allowed This Terrorist To Enter This Country.” “We know — and Orlando proved again — the resilience and the character of the people of this country, and it’s shining forth in New York City today. […] we will hold this terrorist to account and any who aided and abetted him. As that investigation now has the full support of the resources of the United States government behind it, we will bring the fullest measure of the law against any individuals responsible for what took place in New York this week. Let me also say that, President Trump has taken decisive action to institute extreme vetting, to pause immigration from countries that have been compromised by terror. And as the President said again today, we call on the Congress to immediately end the Diversity Visa Lottery Program that allowed this terrorist to enter this country. We’ll be working with our Congress to reform our broken immigration system in this respect and in many others.” [Remarks by the Vice President, White House, 11/2/17]

Sanctuary Cities

2018: Miller Voted For A Bill To Ban Sanctuary Cities In Florida

January 2018: Miller Voted For A Bill To Ban Sanctuary Cities In Florida. In January 2018, Miller voted for a bill: “designates act ‘Rule of Law Adherence Act’; prohibits sanctuary policies; requires state & local governmental agencies to comply with & support enforcement of federal immigration law; provides requirements concerning immigration detainers & certain arrested persons; prohibits restrictions on transfer of certain information related to enforcement of immigration law; authorizes law enforcement agency to transport unauthorized alien; authorizes

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ordinances for recovery immigration detainer costs; provides whistle-blower protections for certain officials; requires AG to prescribe format for complaints; provides injunctive relief & civil penalties; prohibits expenditure of public funds for specified purposes; provides cause of action for personal injury or wrongful death attributed to sanctuary policy; prohibits discrimination on specified grounds; requires repeal of existing sanctuary policies.” [Florida House Of Representatives HB 9, Floor Vote, 1/12/18]

March 2018: The Bill Died In The Senate Judiciary Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, 3/10/18]

HEADLINE: Florida House ready to pass ‘sanctuary city’ ban that advocates are calling anti-immigrant [Orlando Weekly, 1/12/18]

Measure Required Local Law Enforcement To Comply With Federal Immigration Enforcement Requests, Which Courts Have Found To Be Unconstitutional. “The measure requires local law enforcement officials to comply with federal immigration enforcement requests. Such actions have been held unconstitutional by judges. Dismissing supposed political motivations, Metz said: ‘Are we really serving up red meat in an election year? The genesis of this bill has nothing to do with any of that.’ Human rights groups denounced the measure, calling it illegal. ‘This bill consigns immigrants to being detained in jails in violation of the Constitution,’ said Elizabeth Johnson, a spokeswoman for the Southern Poverty Law Center. ‘We are all safer when everyone is free from being illegally held in jail.’” [Miami Herald, 1/12/18]

2017: Miller Missed A Committee Vote To Ban Sanctuary Cities In Florida, But Later Voted To Pass The Bill

March 2017: Miller Missed A Committee Vote On A Bill To Ban Sanctuary City Policies In Florida. “The Florida House has put a target on cities and counties that have ‘sanctuary’ policies protecting undocumented immigrants picked up by police. Legislation (HB 697) requiring local officials do away with those policies or risk fines and removal from office is moving fast in the chamber. The bill would require police detain people for 48 hours — at local taxpayer expense — if they receive a request to do so from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. And it would let victims or their families sue elected officials if a crime is committed by an undocumented immigrant in a community where sanctuary laws are in effect. […] The House subcommittee on local, federal and veterans affairs passed his bill on a party line vote Tuesday with nine Republicans in favor, five Democrats opposed. Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, was not in the room to vote.” [Miami Herald, 3/21/17; Florida House of Representatives, Committee Vote, 3/21/17]

Bill Also Allowed Victims Sue Elected Officials If A Crime Is Committed B An Undocumented Immigrant In A City With A Sanctuary City Policy. “The bill would require police detain people for 48 hours — at local taxpayer expense — if they receive a request to do so from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement. And it would let victims or their families sue elected officials if a crime is committed by an undocumented immigrant in a community where sanctuary laws are in effect.” [Miami Herald, 3/21/17]

April 2017: Miller Voted To Pass The Bill In The House. [Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 4/28/17]

May 2017: The Bill Died In The Senate Judiciary Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

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LGBT Issues

Significant Findings

 Miller expressed support for the LGBT community in the wake of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting

 Miller wrote to the FDA and asked them to lift their blood donation referral policy restricting donations from men who have sex with men.

 Miller signed a Republican Party resolution supporting efforts to ban LGBT discrimination.

 Miller spoke at a one-month memorial commemorating the first anniversary of the Pulse shooting.

 In 2016, Miller voted in favor of the Pastor Protection Act, which allowed clergy and religious organizations to abstain from performing same sex marriages

 In 2014, Miller would not reply directly when asked if he supported Florida’s same-sex marriage ban and claimed that “as a legislator, I have to support the Constitution.”

Reaction To The Pulse Massacre

After Pulse Shooting, Miller Supported Efforts To Ban Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity

August 2016: Miller Signed A Republican Party Resolution Supporting Efforts To Ban Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity

Miller Signed A Resolution Supporting Efforts To Ban Discrimination Based On Sexual Orientation Or Gender Identity. “But in the wake of the Pulse massacre, a new push for a statewide ban on LGBT discrimination is coming from Republicans in Central Florida. At the Orange County Republican Executive Committee’s Lincoln Day dinner last month, County Mayor Teresa Jacobs unveiled a resolution supporting ‘efforts of Florida businesses and individuals to pass legislation banning discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender identification.’ […] The resolution was signed by more than 20 Republican officeholders or candidates, including Jacobs, Congressman John Mica, state Reps. Mike Miller and Rene Plasencia, several city mayors, other county and city officials and School Board members.” [Orlando Sentinel, 8/7/16]

July 2016: One Month After The Shootings, Miller Spoke At An Event Commemorating The Victims

Miller Gave Remarks At An #OrlandoUnited Remembrance Event For Those Affected By The Pulse Nightclub Shooting. “#OrlandoUnited, A Winter Park Tribute: There will be live entertainment by Orlando Big Band; remarks by Winter Park Mayor Steve Leary; Florida Sen. Geraldine F. Thompson; Florida House Rep. Mike Miller; and Winter Park Police Chief Brett Railey; and the lighting of 49 globes of light above the Emily Fountain in honor of the 49 lives lost. In response to the need for blood donations, the OneBlood bus will be on Morse Boulevard from 2-7 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome. 6:30-8:30 p.m., Central Park, Park Avenue, Winter Park, free, 407-599-3399.” [Orlando Sentinel, 6/12/16]

VIDEO: Miller: “I Couldn’t Be More Proud Of Our City And Our Community For How We’ve Handled It.” “The thing I thought about that morning and I think about even more now today is how much our

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community has shown its true character. I mean, you wanna—you wanna look about and say to yourselves, how are we gonna handle, God forbid, tragedy ever happens, and I couldn’t be more proud of our city and our community for how we’ve handled it. I mean, look at this. Look at—look at—look at the peace and the love and just the focus on the right things.” [YouTube, Florida National News, 6/14/17]

June 2016: After The Pulse Shooting, Miller Wrote To The FDA In Protest Of Their Blood Donor Deferral Policies

Miller Asked The FDA To Lift Their Blood Donor Deferral Policies On Men Who Have Sex With Men. “While I am aware the FDA recently eliminated the previous lifetime moratorium on blood donations from gay and bisexual men and transgender women, a 12 month restriction period from the last date of samesex sexual contact still exists. I have heard from members of the local medical community who assure me advancements in blood screening practices have eliminated previous safety concerns related to transmitted diseases from all donors, including those of the GLBT community. If the current donation ban is not based on strong scientific fact and current health data, I respectfully request the FDA consider lifting the ban entirely and allow our community to make a more robust and safe effort to resolve the blood shortage as a result of this tragedy.” [Food and Drug Administration FOIA, 6/15/16] NOTE: Document saved on the DCCC Research drive.

The FDA Responded That Its “Responsibility [Was] To Help Ensure A High Level Of Blood Product Safety. “FDA’s responsibility is to help ensure a high level of blood product safety for all recipients of blood and blood components whose lives may depend on it. This is accomplished by making recommendations that are based upon the best available scientific evidence. In developing the Agency’s current recommendations to reduce the risk of HIV transmission through blood and blood products, FDA rigorously examined several alternative options relevant to the U.S. population, including individual risk assessment, and concluded that for men who have sex with men (MSM), the 12-month deferral period since last sexual contact with another man, was supported by the best scientific evidence available at that point in time. We stand ready to work with blood establishments as they take the necessary steps to update their procedures to reflect this change and are committed to reviewing related submissions as quickly as possible. Additionally, as noted at the time the policy change to a 12-month deferral was announced, the Agency is committed to working toward reevaluating and potentially revising its blood donor deferral policies as supported by scientific evidence.” [Food and Drug Administration FOIA, 8/4/16] NOTE: Document saved on the DCCC Research drive.

Pastor Protection Act

Miller Voted For A Bill To Allow Clergy And Religious Organizations To Abstain From Performing Same Sex Marriages, Despite Previously Saying That He “Wasn’t Sure It [Was] Necessary”

February 2016: Miller Said Of The Pastor Protection Act: “I Get The Intention. I’m Not Sure It’s Necessary.” “The bill in its current form extends explicit protection from lawsuits to religious groups and leaders who choose not to perform same-sex marriages. It also allows such organizations to opt out of providing services or facilities for ceremonies that contradict ‘sincerely-held’ beliefs. […] ‘I get the intention. I’m not sure it’s necessary,’ Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, told the ‘I Need to Know! with Tony Suarez’ radio show on Thursday. ‘In my estimation, I believe the U.S. Constitution already protects it...I guess it’s to be abundantly cautious.’” [Herald Tribune, 2/25/16]

March 2016: Miller Voted In Favor Of The Pastor Protection Act. In March 2016, Miller voted for the Pastor Protection Act: “Provides that churches or religious organizations, related organizations, or certain individuals may not be required to solemnize any marriage or provide services, accommodations, facilities, goods, or privileges for related purposes if such action would violate sincerely held religious belief; prohibits certain legal actions,

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penalties, or governmental sanctions against such individuals or entities.” [Florida House of Representatives HB 43, Floor Vote, 3/2/16]

July 2016: Governor Scott Signed The Bill Into Law. [Florida House of Representatives, 7/1/16]

November 2016: Miller’s Democratic Opponent In The Florida House Race Criticized Him For Supporting The Pastor Protection Act, Which Would Allow Clergy Members To Abstain From Performing Same-Sex Marriages. “Tuura is critical of Miller’s support for a bill, known as the ‘Pastor Protection Act,’ which passed this year and was billed as protecting clergy members who refuse to perform same-sex marriages.” [Sunshine State News, 11/1/16]

Marriage Equality

2014: On Marriage Equality, Miller Said, “I Don’t Think That’s My Call… That’s The Court’s Decision… As A Legislator, I Have To Support The Constitution”

Miller: “Do I Support The Same-Sex Marriage Ban? …Well, I—It’s In The Constitution Right Now So I Have To—As A Legislator, I Have To Support The Constitution.” “Q: Do you support Florida’s ban on same- sex marriage? […] Mr. Miller? MILLER: Well, I don’t think that’s my call. You’re talking about—that’s the court’s decision—if it’s the Supreme Court or if it’s all the court cases that are going through Florida. I don’t think that’s—that’s the court’s decision. Q: Is that a yes or no? MILLER: Do I support the same-sex marriage ban? Is that what you’re asking? Q: Yes. MILLER: Well, I –it’s in the Constitution right now so I have to—as a legislator, I have to support the Constitution.” [YouTube, Orlando Sentinel, 7/29/14]

NOTE: Video saved on the DCCC Research drive.

Log Cabin Republicans

2016: Central Florida Log Cabin Republicans Endorsed Miller For Re-Election To State House, Claiming He “Supports Fairness And Equality For All Floridians”

Central Florida Log Cabin Republicans Endorsed Miller For Re-Election To State House Claiming He “Supports Fairness And Equality For All Floridians.” “Central Florida Log Cabin Republicans is proud to makes its first endorsement of the 2016 political campaign. We endorse Florida State Rep. Mike Miller for re- election for the 47th district. Rep. Miller is able to bring both sides together and help bring change. He’s also supports fairness and equality of all Floridians. Please remember to vote.” [Mike Miller, Log Cabin Republicans, 10/12/16]

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National Security & Terrorism

Significant Findings

 In January 2017, Miller co-sponsored a bill that enhanced penalties for terrorist activity; the bill passed into law unanimously.

Terrorism

January 2017: Miller Co-Sponsored A Bill Enhancing Penalties For Terrorist Activity

Miller Co-Sponsored HB 457, A Bill Which Enhanced Penalties For Terrorist Activity. In January 2017, Miller co-sponsored HB 457. According to the Orlando Sentinel, “Gov. Rick Scott appeared before the crowd of law-enforcement officers to sign House Bill 457, which targets terrorism and terrorist activities. The law strengthens Florida’s criminal penalties against terrorism.” [Florida House of Representatives, filed 1/24/17; Orlando Sentinel, 5/25/17]

April/May 2017: HB 457 Was Passed Through Both The House And Senate Unanimously. [Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 4/28/17; Florida Senate, Floor Vote, 5/5/17]

May 2017: Governor Scott Signed The Bill Into Law. The bill was approved by the governor and signed into law as Chapter No. 2017-37. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/26/17]

May 2017: Governor Scott Linked The Bill To The Pulse Shooting. “Governor Scott said, ‘Last year, Florida came under attack when an ISIS-inspired terrorist stormed into Pulse Nightclub in Orlando and killed 49 innocent people. Today, while we continue to mourn this tragic loss of life, we are doing everything in our power to make sure that no family or community experiences that pain again. This important legislation will help ensure that those responsible for acts of terror like this are prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law and continue our efforts to prevent future attacks. I’d like to thank the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for their hard work on this bill. I’m proud to sign it into law today.’” [Rick Scott, press release, 5/25/17]

June 2017: VIDEO: Miller Praised A Recently Passed Piece Of Legislation That Would “Streamline” Finding “Those People That Knew Something Like This Could Happen And Even Stop It before It Happens.” “I think moving forward, I think we’ve got some challenges in the legislature, which we’ve tried to tackle, one of them being how do we handle terrorism in our state. And we did a really good job—we passed a really fantastic bill that the governor signed to try and help not only the FDLE communicate with the FBI but also, God forbid, there is another tragedy, how can we work together better to find those witnesses like the perpetrator here, his wife, it took us a long time to track her down and get that done. We’ve hopefully streamlined that, God forbid if it ever happens again we can find out and work to get those people that knew something like this could happen and even stop it before it happens. So I’m very proud of that piece of legislation.” [YouTube, Florida National News, 6/14/17]

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State Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2017, Miller criticized tourism department Visit Florida for its contract with the rapper Pitbull.

 Miller called Pitbull’s lyrics degrading to women, and objected to the use of taxpayer funds for a music video.

 In 2014, Miller opposed an amendment which would have legalized medical marijuana.

 In 2014, Miller opposed increasing casino gambling in Florida.

 In 2015, Miller unsuccessfully sponsored a bill promoting incentives for Florida’s entertainment industry.

Florida Tourism Industry

2017: Miller Criticized ‘Visit Florida’ For Entering Into A Promotional Contract With Rapper Pitbull

Miller Criticized Visit Florida’s Contract With Hip-Hop Artist Pitbull, Calling His Lyrics “Degrading To Women” and Criticizing The Use Of Taxpayer Funds For A Music Video. “Actually, the strongest denunciation of the video and the ‘Pitbull brand’ - calling it a ‘demeaning’ example of ‘sexualization and degradation of women’ - came from a House Democratic leader, Rep. Janet Cruz of Tampa. What Portnoy finds ‘sexy,’ Rep. Cruz and I - dare I say most women - would find degrading […] The truth is ‘Mr. 305’ is an entertainer whose impact on Florida tourism - for better or worse - is negligible, and certainly not worth $1 million from taxpayers. But, unlike Mr. Portnoy, our job as Florida legislators is not to look out for Mr. 305. Our job is to represent and stand with ‘Mr. and Ms. 407’ and the residents in every other area code in the state. The Florida House will continue to do this because we, like you, #LoveFL.” [Op-Ed by Mike Miller, Orlando Sentinel, 1/7/17]

In The Wake of the Pitbull Controversy, Miller Equivocated On His Party’s Bills To Eliminate State Economic Development Agency, Strengthen Oversight Of Tourism Marketing. “The House voted Friday to eliminate the state’s main economic development agency and impose strict oversight measures on its tourism marketing group, drawing a strong rebuke from Gov. Rick Scott in the fierce Republican war over the programs […] Rep. Mike Miller, R-Orlando, voted for the Visit Florida bill, but voted against the bill to kill Enterprise Florida.’ My perspective on Visit Florida was while it’s a tough bill, [it] puts a lot of guardrails on it, it keeps it alive,’ he said. ‘I didn’t like the idea of zeroing out Enterprise Florida.’ Both measures were overwhelmingly approved with at least 80 votes, but the issues split both parties as Orlando-area Democrats also were conflicted about them.” [Orlando Sentinel, 3/10/17]

Marijuana Legalization

2014: Miller Opposed An Amendment Legalizing Medical Marijuana In Florida

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Miler Opposed Amendment 2: “I Feel Amendment 2 Has Multiple Issues. There Are Too Many Unknowns.” “Stewart said she favors Amendment 2, which would make all forms of medical marijuana legal. […] Miller opposes Amendment 2. ‘I feel Amendment 2 has multiple issues,’ he said. ‘There are too many unknowns. We need to have a better look at how we apply medical marijuana.’” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

Amendment 2 Would Have Legalized Marijuana For Medical Purposes. “Allows the medical use of marijuana for individuals with debilitating diseases as determined by a licensed Florida physician. Allows caregivers to assist patients’ medical use of marijuana. The Department of Health shall register and regulate centers that produce and distribute marijuana for medical purposes and shall issue identification cards to patients and caregivers. Applies only to Florida law. Does not authorize violations of federal law or any non- medical use, possession or production of marijuana.” [Florida Department of Elections, accessed 12/20/17]

Florida Casinos

2014: Miller Opposed Increasing Casino Gambling In Florida

2014: Miller Opposed Increasing Casino Gambling In Florida. “Both candidates said they oppose extending casino gambling in Florida, and both favor reduced sentences for people convicted of nonviolent crimes.” [Orlando Sentinel, 10/7/14]

Florida Film And Television Production Incentive Program

2015: Miller Supported Reviving Florida’s Film And Television Incentive Program

Miller Worked To Re-Establish Tax Credit Program Intended To Incentivize Film Production In Florida; Attended Conference With Interest Groups. “Film Florida, the statewide group promoting jobs and economic development through attracting film, TV and other media to the state, had its annual meeting in St. Augustine. The ongoing effort to restore film incentives to encourage jobs was the main topic of the three-day conference at the Treasury on the Plaza in downtown St. Augustine. Film Florida and local host, The St. Augustine Film Office (SAFO), were joined by legislative sponsor Rep. Mike Miller (R-47th District) to discuss next year’s strategy for pushing through the required legislation.” [St Augustine Record, 7/11/15]

Miller Wanted To Maximize Returns To The State And Supported Incentives For Projects That Were Pre-Financed. “Michelle Hillery, the council president for the Film Florida Commission, said the proposed legislation would require Florida television and movie productions to succeed before being awarded incentive money. ‘Sen. Deter and Rep. Miller are doing due diligence,’ she said. ‘They’re having a conversation about a return on investment.’ Among scores of pages of requirements, the Detert and Miller bills seek to select projects that maximize return to the state and that are already financed before a production company applies for incentive money. The bill would also speed up the funding approval process and give the state’s film commissioner leeway to fund proposals that seem likely to have the biggest economic impact. […] Supporters of an incentive program, including Detert and Miller, say jobs, tourism and small business growth are leaving the state because they’ll get more government funding elsewhere.” [Miami Herald, 3/15/15]

Miller Claimed That House Leaders Were Getting Behind The Bill: “I Was Honored That The Leadership Said Let’s Go And Make This Film Credit A Reality.” “Lawmakers are hoping to redesign Florida’s defunct taxpayer-incentive program for the film and entertainment industry, promising to ‘get more bang for less bucks’ to get it approved. Sen. Nancy Detert, R-Venice, and Rep. Mike Miller, R-Winter Park, are sponsoring bills to restart the program. It ran out of money last year after film, TV, commercials, digital shorts and video-game projects exhausted the $296 million set aside for the program in 2010. […] The Senate has historically been more in favor of the program than the more conservative House, but Miller said House leaders are getting behind the bill. ‘I was honored that the leadership said let’s go and make this film credit a reality,’ Miller said. Detert and Miller say they

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want to compete with states with robust entertainment incentive programs like those in Louisiana and Georgia.” [Orlando Sentinel, 3/11/15]

Miller’s Florida Entertainment Industry Incentive Bill, HB 451, Died On Second Reading. [Florida House of Representatives, 4/28/15]

University Of Central Florida Knights Football Team

2018: Miller Asked The White House To Honor The University Of Central Florida Knights

Miller Wrote A Letter To President Trump Asking Him To Invite The University Of Central Florida Knights To Be Honored At The White House. “State Rep. Mike Miller is on board for the UCF Knights getting a share of the college football national title, or at least some of the perks. In a letter to the White House the Orlando Republican and congressional candidate suggested President Donald Trump invite the Knights to 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue ‘for the traditional White House ceremony.’ Miller tweeted out his letter Friday earning plenty of likes and retweets, as well as some vocal support from the UCF faithful.” [Orlando Rising, 1/8/18]

Miller: “I Would Like To Ask You To Invite The Undefeated University Of Central Florida Knights Football Team…For The Traditional White House Ceremony.” “Dear Mr. President, As A State Representative in Orlando, Floria I would like to ask you to invite the undefeated University of Central Florida Knights football team to the White House for the traditional White House ceremony.” [Twitter, 1/5/18]

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Seniors’ Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2015, Miller sponsored a bill requiring nursing homes to vaccinate their residents.

Vaccination Of Nursing Home Residents

2015: Miller Sponsored A Bill Requiring Nursing Homes To Vaccinate Residents

Miller Sponsored HB 411, A Bill To Require Nursing Homes To Vaccinate Residents According To CDC Guidelines. “House Bill 411 by Rep. Mike Miller (R-Orlando) requiring nursing homes to vaccinate or revaccinate residents with the pneumococcal vaccination recommended by the CDC as indicated is now on the Special Order Calendar in the House tomorrow.” [Florida Society of Health-System Pharmacists, 4/9/15; Florida House of Representatives, 4/21/15]

April 2015: Governor Scott Signed Its Companion Bill SB 332 Into Law While HB 411 Was Laid On The Table. [Florida House of Representatives, 4/21/15]

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Tax Issues

Significant Findings

 Miller’s congressional campaign website claimed that Miller had fought to balance the state budget, despite him being absent for the entirety of the 2017 special legislative session on resolving budget disputes.

 In January 2018, Miller expressed strong support for the Republican tax plan and criticized Rep. Stephanie Murphy and Nancy Pelosi for voting against it.

Tax Cuts

Miller Took Credit For “Balancing The State Budget” Despite Being Absent For The Entire 2017 Special Legislative Session To Resolve Budget Disputes

Miller’s Campaign Website Claimed That He Had “Fought Tough Battles In Tallahassee Including Balancing The State Budget Without Tax Or Fee Increases”

Miller’s Campaign Website Claimed That He Had “Fought Tough Battles In Tallahassee Including Balancing The State Budget Without Tax Or Fee Increases.” “Mike has fought tough battles in Tallahassee including balancing the state budget without tax or fee increases, improving public education by empowering parents and supporting the largest education budget in state history. He supported $1 billion in tax cuts for Floridians – including cuts to the business rent tax which especially helps small businesses and filed legislation to prevent the government from collecting taxes from citizens on internet content.” [Mike Miller for Florida, accessed 1/19/18] NOTE: Screenshot saved on DCCC Research drive in Campaign Website Screenshots folder.

Miller Was Absent For The Entirety Of The Florida’s 2017 Special Legislative Session To Resolve Budget Disputes Because He Was “Out Of The Country”

Miami Herald: “The Absences Will Affect Vote Tallies For…Additional K-12 Spending, Funding For Economic Development And Tourism, And Potentially…Hospitals And University Projects.” “Only three of them are missing all of the special session: Republicans Jennifer Sullivan of Mount Dora, Alex Miller of Sarasota and Mike Miller of Winter Park. The absences will affect vote tallies for any action lawmakers take this week to adopt a budget compromise on additional K-12 spending, funding for economic development and tourism and potentially also money for hospitals and university projects.” [Miami Herald, 6/7/17]

Special Legislative Sessions Can Cost The Taxpayers As Much As $70,000 A Day. “Scott ordered legislators back to town for a three-day special session — which cost as much as $70,000 a day— to revamp

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the money that goes to Florida’s public schools and to take care of some of the governor's other top priorities. The governor took that step instead of vetoing the entire $82.4 billion budget, which he had warned that he was considering.” [U.S. News, 6/9/17]

September 2017: When Endorsing Miller, Former U.S. Senator Martinez Promised That Miller Would “Cut Taxes And Government Spending”

In His Endorsement For Miller, Martinez Promised That Miller Would “Cut Taxes And Government Spending.” “‘Mike Miller knows that a strong America is a prosperous America and I’m proud to support and endorse him to represent us in the U.S. Congress,’ Martinez stated in the release. ‘Mike is a conservative Republican who will cut taxes and government spending while making sure we completely destroy ISIS and those who would do Americans harm.’” [Florida Politics, 9/20/17]

Republican Tax Plan

January 2018: Miller Expressed Strong Support For The Republican Tax Plan And Criticized Rep. Stephanie Murphy For Voting Against The Plan

Miller: “President Trump’s Tax Reform Has Directly Resulted In Higher Wages And Cash Bonuses”

Miller: “President Trump’s Tax Reform Has Directly Resulted In Higher Wages And Cash Bonuses For Millions Of Americans And Thousands Of Central Floridians.” “Today, Mike Miller thanked several companies with strong Central Florida ties who are providing bonuses and raising wages for their employees as a direct result of the Republican Congress and President Trump passing important tax reform legislation. […] ‘President Trump’s tax reform has directly resulted in higher wages and cash bonuses for millions of Americans and thousands of Central Floridians. The Republican tax cuts are proving that a rising tide raises everyone up and that by creating a business-friendly tax code we are making sure that lower and middle income families benefit from a booming economy and rising stock market,’ said Miller.” [Orlando Political Observer, 1/11/18]

Miller Denounced Murphy And Nancy Pelosi For Not Believing “Central Florida Families Deserved These Hard-Earned Raises”

Miller: “Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy Is In Lock Step With Nancy Pelosi Who Didn’t Believe Central Florida Families Deserved These Hard-Earned Raises And Bonuses.” “‘Congresswoman Stephanie Murphy is in lock step with Nancy Pelosi who didn’t believe Central Florida families deserved these hard-earned raises and bonuses. Their blind dedication to opposing and obstructing good ideas brought forward to help American families is indeed sad,’ Miller continued.” [Orlando Political Observer, 1/11/18]

January 2018: Miller Repeatedly Praised The Republican Tax Plan On Twitter

Miller Called The Republican Tax Cuts A “Business-Friendly Tax Code” That Would Benefit “Lower And Middle Income Families.” “ The Republican tax cuts are proving that a rising tide raises everyone up and that by creating a business-friendly tax code we are making sure that lower and middle income families benefit from a booming economy and rising stock market. #TaxReform #CashBonuses #HigherWages” [Twitter, Mike Miller, 1/11/18]

Miller Attacked Murphy For Voting Against The Republican Tax Plan And CHIP: “Her Insistence To Put @NancyPelosi Agenda Ahead Of Central Floridians Is Disturbing.” “@RepStephMurphy voted against the #TaxCutandJobsAct that is now giving thousands of Central Floridians raises and bonuses, and now she votes

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against funding for CHIP & funding for our military. Her insistence to put @NancyPelosi agenda ahead of Central Floridians is disturbing” [Twitter, Mike Miller, 1/19/18]

Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Benefitted The Wealthy, Corporations, And Special Interests…

Washington Post: Final Tax Bill Included A “Significant Tax Break For The Very Wealthy” And “A Massive Tax Cut For Corporations.” “A new tax cut for the rich: The final plan lowers the top tax rate for top earners. Under current law, the highest rate is 39.6 percent for married couples earning over $470,700. The GOP bill would drop that to 37 percent and raise the threshold at which that top rate kicks in, to $500,000 for individuals and $600,000 for married couples. This amounts to a significant tax break for the very wealthy, a departure from repeated claims by Trump and his top officials that the bill would not benefit the rich. […] A massive tax cut for corporations “A massive tax cut for corporations: Starting on Jan. 1, 2018, big businesses' tax rate would fall from 35 percent to just 21 percent, the largest one-time rate cut in U.S. history for the nation's largest companies.” [Washington Post, 12/15/17]

…While Millions Of Americans Would Pay More In Taxes

Politifact: GOP Tax Bill Would Raise Taxes For The Middle Class After Individual Tax Cut Provisions Expired In 2025. “Gillibrand said the Republican ‘tax [plan] raises middle-class taxes.’ That's not true during the first years of the new tax provisions. If not for the sunset for the tax changes for individuals, we likely would have rated Gillibrand's statement False or perhaps Mostly False. Middle-income taxpayers will either benefit or see no change in their tax liability through 2025. But her claim could hold up after the bill's individual provisions expire that year. There's no guarantee a future Congress will extend those parts of the bill.” [Politifact, 12/22/17]

Tax Policy Center: In 2018, 5 Percent Of Taxpayers Would Pay More In Taxes Under The GOP Tax Bill, But Would Increase To 53 Percent Of Taxpayers In 2027. “Some taxpayers would pay more in taxes under the proposal in 2018 and 2025 than under current law: about 5 percent of taxpayers in 2018 and 9 percent in 2025. In 2027, however, taxes would increase for 53 percent of taxpayers compared with current law.” [Tax Policy Center, 12/18/17]

Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Increased The Federal Debt – And Republicans Planned To Pay For It With Cuts To Medicare And Social Security

Official CBO Estimate Found Final Tax Bill Would Increase The Federal Deficit By $1.46 Trillion. “Republicans decided it would be all right to go into debt up to $1.5 trillion to fund the tax cut. In the end, they nearly hit that mark. The official estimate -- released Friday evening alongside the bill -- came in at $1.46 trillion.” [Washington Post, 12/15/17]

Center For A Responsible Federal Budget Found True Cost of Tax Bill Would Be $2 Trillion Or More, After Budget Gimmicks Were Accounted For. “Adding these gimmicks to the cost of the bill would increase the total cost to $2.0 trillion to $2.2 trillion. Though the dynamic effect of making the bill permanent is unknown, we estimate a permanent bill would produce roughly $450 billion of feedback,* leading to a dynamic cost of roughly $1.6 trillion to $1.7 trillion. With interest, these costs would rise to $2.4 trillion to $2.5 trillion, or $1.9 trillion to $2 trillion with dynamic effects included, over a decade.” [CRFB, 12/18/17]

After Passing A Tax Bill That Added Trillions To The Deficit, Speaker Ryan Said Medicare And Medicaid Would Need To Be “Reformed” In Order To Decrease The Deficit. “With his dream of tax reform now realized, Ryan is hoping to make progress on two other issues he’s targeted during his two-decade career in Washington: entitlement and welfare reform. ‘We’re going to have to get back next year at entitlement reform, which is how you tackle the debt and the deficit,’ Ryan, a former Budget Committee chairman, said in a recent interview this month on the Ross Kaminsky radio talk show. Medicare and Medicaid are the ‘big drivers of debt,’

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Ryan said, suggesting Republicans could once again use the budget reconciliation process to avoid a Democratic filibuster. Medicare is the ‘biggest entitlement that’s got to have reform,’ Ryan added.” [The Hill, 12/27/17]

HEADLINE: After Tax Overhaul, GOP Sets Sights on Medicare, Social Security [US News, 12/7/17]

HEADLINE: Ryan says Republicans to target welfare, Medicare, Medicaid spending in 2018 [Washington Post, 12/6/17]

HEADLINE: Paul Ryan Pushes to Keep Overhaul of Safety-Net Programs on GOP Agenda [Wall Street Journal, 2/4/18]

AP: “A Wide Range Of Economists And Nonpartisan Analysts Have Warned That The Bill Will Likely Escalate Federal Debt, Intensify Pressure To Cut Spending On Social Programs And Further Widen America's Troubling Income Inequality.” “The tax overhaul of 2017 amounts to a high-stakes gamble by Republicans in Congress: That slashing taxes for corporations and wealthy individuals will accelerate growth and assure greater prosperity for Americans for years to come. The risks are considerable. A wide range of economists and nonpartisan analysts have warned that the bill will likely escalate federal debt, intensify pressure to cut spending on social programs and further widen America's troubling income inequality.” [Associated Press, 12/17/17]

Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Would Increase Incentives To Move Jobs Overseas

Tax Experts Said The Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Increased Incentives For Companies To Move Jobs Overseas. “What happened to the workers in Clinton, tax experts say, will probably happen to more Americans if the Republican tax overhaul becomes law. The legislation fails to eliminate long-standing incentives for companies to move overseas and, in some cases, may even increase them, they say. ‘This bill is potentially more dangerous than our current system,’ said Stephen Shay, a senior lecturer at Harvard Law School and former Treasury Department international tax expert in the Obama administration. ‘It creates a real incentive to shift real activity offshore.’” [Washington Post, 12/15/17]

Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Would Lead To More Expensive Health Insurance; 13 Million More Uninsured

Final Tax Bill Eliminated Central Affordable Care Act Provision, Leading To 13 Million Fewer Americans With Insurance. “The individual mandate is part of the Affordable Care Act, and removing it was a top priority for Trump and congressional Republicans. The Congressional Budget Office projects the change will increase insurance premiums and lead to 13 million fewer Americans with insurance in a decade, while also cutting government spending by more than $300 billion over that period.” [Washington Post, 12/15/17]

GOP Tax Bill Would Cause Health Insurance Premiums To Rise, And Could Lead Insurers To Drop Out Of Regional Markets. “The final GOP plan will repeal the Affordable Care Act’s individual insurance mandate, which would allow young and healthy people to leave the insurance pool, forcing insurers to compensate by raising prices due to the higher costs of insuring only less-healthy people. Not only would premiums likely rise, but many insurers could drop out of regional markets.” [Newsweek, 12/18/17]

HEADLINE: Republican Tax Plan Will Make Health Insurance More Expensive [Newsweek, 12/18/17]

Tax Cuts And Jobs Act Included A “Major Victory For Pharma Manufacturers”

Politico: Repatriation Provision In Tax Bill Was A “Major Victory For Pharma Manufacturers.” “Senate Republicans cobbled together enough support to pass what could amount to the biggest rewrite of the tax code in nearly three decades. The bill, H.R. 1 (115), lowers the corporate tax rate and would offer a one-time reduction on profits U.S.-based multinational companies earn and keep abroad. The repatriation provision is seen as a major

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victory for pharma manufacturers who store boatloads of cash in countries where tax rates are lower. The Senate bill also scaled back the orphan drug tax credit, a definite loss for drugmakers (the House version repealed the credit outright). The Senate's tax plan now has to be reconciled with the House-passed version in a legislative conference.” [Politico, 12/4/17]

Pharmaceutical Companies Were “One Of The Biggest Beneficiaries” Of The Provision, And Were Seen As Likely To Return Money To Their Shareholders, Rather Than Invest In Research And Innovation. “U.S. drugmakers will be one of the biggest beneficiaries of the repatriation portion of the bill. They've been sitting on billions of dollars in overseas earnings and can now bring home that cash at a reduced rate. While the tax bill has been promoted by Republicans as a job creator, the reality is that drug companies are more likely to return the money to shareholders, or use it to make acquisitions.” [Bloomberg, 12/20/17]

Tax Bill Was Estimated To Save Top Five Pharmaceutical Companies $42.7 Billion. “The tax proposal supported by President Donald Trump and congressional Republicans would give five top pharmaceutical corporations a $42.7 billion tax break.” [Public Citizen and ITEP, 11/20/17]

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Veterans Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2015, Miller co-sponsored an unsuccessful bill which would have authorized local governments to be able to help veterans receive honorable discharges.

 In 2015, Miller co-sponsored an unsuccessful bill which would have established a program to connect veterans and their families with behavioral health care programs.

State Resources

Miller Co-Sponsored HB 7133, A Bill Which Would Have Authorized Local Governments To Help Veterans Receive Honorable Discharges

Miller Co-Sponsored HB 7133, Which Would Have Authorized Local Governing Bodies To Assist Veterans With The Honorable Discharge Process. In March 2015, Miller co-sponsored HB 7133. According to the bill summary, HB 7133 “[a]uthorizes local governing bodies to aid & assist veterans with general discharges under honorable conditions in presenting claims for & securing federal & state benefits & privileges; requires that DVA, through a direct-support organization & in consultation with DACS, include certain federal, state, & local information on agriculture & farming opportunities in Florida Veterans’ Benefits Guide; exempts veterans with general discharges under honorable conditions from initial licensing, application, & unlicensed activity fees for any license issued by DBPR; requires that DHSMV & DVA jointly conduct pilot program to provide onsite commercial driver license testing opportunities to qualified members of Florida National Guard & submit report to Legislature.” [Florida House of Representatives, 5/1/15]

May 2015: The Bill Died In Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/1/15]

Miller Co-Sponsored HB 1193, A Bill Which Would Have Established A Program To Connect Veterans And Their Families With Behavioral Health Care Programs

Miller Co-Sponsored HB 1193, Which Would Have Required The Florida Department Of Children And Families To Establish A Program In Order To Ensure Veterans And Their Families Were Provided With Behavioral Health Care. In March 2015, Miller co-sponsored HB 1993. According to the bill’s summary, HB 1193 “[r]equires DCF to establish Florida Combat Veterans’ Care Coordination Program to provide combat veterans & their families with behavioral healthcare referral & care coordination services & to contract with managing entities to enter into agreements with Florida 211 Network participants for such services; provides for delivery of services by program teams; requires Florida 211 Network participants to submit certain information to DCF; requires DCF to submit report to Governor & Legislature; provides appropriation.” [Florida House of Representatives, 5/1/15]

May 2015: The Bill Died In Committee. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/1/15]

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Women’s Issues

Significant Findings

 In 2016, Miller voted against a bill that would limit access to abortion in Florida, because he believed it would interfere with funding for other services provided by Planned Parenthood.

 However, Miller voted for an amendment to the bill to add language stating that abortion was the “deprivation of that unborn human's unalienable right to life,” expect in defense of the mother’s life.

 In 2016, Miller voted for a successful bill to institute a medically unnecessary 24-hour waiting period between informed consent and an abortion.

 In 2017, Miller voted against a bill calling for cause of action for physical and emotional injuries resulting from abortion; the bill failed.

Abortion

2016: Miller Voted Against Limiting Access To Abortion In Florida By Increasing Clinic Regulation And Barring Public Funding For Organizations Associated With Clinics

Miller Voted Against A Bill That Would Increase Clinic Regulations And Bar Public Funding For Organizations Associated With Abortion Clinics. “In the latest round in Florida’s abortion battles, lawmakers Wednesday gave final approval to a bill that would increase clinic regulations and bar public funding for organizations associated with abortion clinics. The bill, HB 1411, created familiar divisions in the House and Senate, with supporters saying stepped-up clinic regulations are needed and that tax dollars should not go to organizations, such as Planned Parenthood, that provide abortion services. But critics said the bill was an attempt to limit the ability of women to have abortions and would lead to a costly legal challenge. […] The House initially approved the bill last week but had to vote again Wednesday after the Senate made a change. House members voted 76-40 to give final approval, with Rep. Daphne Campbell, D-Miami, and Rep. Darryl Rouson, D-St. Petersburg, crossing party lines to support it. Six Republicans — Tom Goodson of Titusville, Bill Hager of Delray Beach, Mike Miller of Winter Park, Ray Pilon of Sarasota, Rene Plasencia of Orlando and Holly Raschein of Key Largo — voted against the bill.” [Florida Times-Union, 3/9/16; Florida House of Representatives HB 1411, Floor Vote, 3/3/16]

Miller Voted For An Amendment To The Bill To Add Language Stating That Any Act, Expect In The Defense Of The Mother’s Life That “Unnaturally Terminates That Unborn Human Life Is A Deprivation Of That Unborn Human's Unalienable Right To Life.” In March 2016, Miller voted for an amendment that stated: “(1) The Legislature acknowledges that all persons are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights and that first among these is their right to life. (2) The Legislature finds that once human life begins, there is a compelling state interest in protecting its development from that moment through birth. Any act of a person detrimental to unborn human life, when not necessary in defense of the life of the mother bearing such unborn human life, which unnaturally terminates that unborn human life is a deprivation of that unborn human's unalienable right to life. (3) The Legislature finds that the people of Florida seek to protect all human life by regulating the termination of pregnancies through the exercise of their right to self government.” [Florida House of Representatives HB 1411, Amendment 155937, Floor Vote, 3/2/16]

March 2016: Governor Scott Signed The Bill Into Law. [Florida House of Representatives, 3/28/16]

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Miller Claimed The Law Would Have “Unintended Consequences” Such As Limiting Services Planned Parenthood Provided Other Than Abortion. “House Bill 1411 will impose even more restrictions. And not just on abortion, but on the other services that make up the bulk of what Planned Parenthood provides -- mostly check- ups and birth control. More than 7,000 patients at Planned Parenthood who receive care through Medicaid or county health departments will be cut off from those services because of funding cuts in the new law […] Rep. Mike Miller, one of three Republicans from Central Florida along with Rep. Rene Plasencia and Rep. Tom Goodson who voted against the bill, said the law will have ‘unintended consequences’ such as shutting down some of the services Planned Parenthood provides that don’t have anything to do with abortion.” [Orlando Sentinel 3/25/16]

Miller: “I’ve Had Close Personal Friends Take Advantage Of Those Services And Now They Have Healthy Children As A Result Of That.” “Tom Goodson who voted against the bill, said the law will have ‘unintended consequences’ such as shutting down some of the services Planned Parenthood provides that don’t have anything to do with abortion. ‘I’ve had close personal friends take advantage of those services and now they have healthy children as a result of that,’ Miller said.” [Orlando Sentinel 3/25/16]

2016: Miller Voted To Institute Abortion Wait Times

Miller Voted For A Bill Mandating A 24-Hour Wait Period Between The Provision Of Information Deemed Necessary For Informed Consent And An Abortion. In April 2015, Miller voted for HB 633. According to the bill summary, “Section 390.0111, F.S., currently requires a physician performing an abortion, or a referring physician, to obtain the woman’s written and informed consent before performing the procedure. To obtain informed consent, the physician, or referring physician, must orally and in person, inform the woman of the nature and risks of undergoing or not undergoing the proposed procedure and the probable gestational age of the fetus. The bill requires the physician performing the abortion, or the referring physician, to be present in the same room as the woman when providing information to obtain informed consent. The bill requires this information to be provided to the woman at least 24 hours before the procedure is performed.” [Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 4/22/15; Florida House of Representatives, 6/11/15]

Miller Voted In Favor Of The Bill On The Health Quality Subcommittee. [Florida House of Representatives, committee vote, 3/12/15]

The Bill Text Remained The Same As The Initial Bill. [Florida House of Representatives, 6/11/15]

June 2015: Governor Scott Signed The Bill Into Law. [Florida House of Representatives, 6/11/15]

The ACLU Opposed The Bill And Claimed Because The Wait Time Was Medically Unnecessary It Could Interfere With Women’s Health. “A woman would have to wait 24-hours before having an abortion under a proposal approved by a House Health panel Thursday. Such bills have become a fixture in the Florida legislature. […] Yet opponents argue the measure is an attempt to restrict abortions. Michelle Richardson represents the ACLU of Florida: ‘Having an abortion is also incredibly safe, with a 99 percent safety record,’ she told lawmakers. ‘The delay you are considering is not medically necessary and could in fact, interfere with a woman’s health.’” [WSFU News, 3/12/15]

2017: Miller Voted Against A Bill Allowing Some Women To Sue For Physical And Emotional Injuries Resulting From Abortion

In The Health Quality Subcommittee, Miller Voted Against A Bill That Would Have Allowed Women To Sue Doctors After Getting An Abortion If The Doctor Did Not Obtain “Informed Consent.” In February 2017, Miller voted for a bill that “would allow women to sue under certain circumstances if they were harmed during an abortion. The bill, HB 19, creates a ‘cause of action’ for a woman who is physically injured or suffers emotional harm due to an abortion if the doctor did not first get ‘informed consent,’ which is when a doctor gets a

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patient’s permission before doing a medical procedure.” [Politico, 2/9/17; Florida House of Representatives, Floor Vote, 2/22/17]

The Bill Died In Civil Justice & Claims Subcommittee. [Florida House of Representatives, 5/5/17]

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Appendix I – Personal Financial Disclosures

Net Worth

2017: Miller Had An Estimated Net Worth Of Between -$397,943 And $782,997

2017: Miller’s Net Worth Was Between -$397,943 And $782, 997 As Of October 2017. [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

NOTE: This amount appears to be slightly lower than in previous years because Florida legislature personal financial disclosure requirements include value of personal effects, while U.S. Congress disclosure requirements do not. Therefore Miller’s estimated 2017 net worth does not include the $25,000 in person effects assets which Miller had reported in his 2014, 2015, and 2016 Florida PFDs.

2016: Miller Reported A Net Worth Of $435,640

2016: Miller Estimated His Net Worth To Be $435,640 As Of December 31st, 2016. [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2015: Miller Reported A Net Worth Of $398,966.05

2015: Miller Estimated His Net Worth To Be $398,966.05 As Of December 31st, 2015. [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2014: Miller Reported A Net Worth Of $480,000

2014: Miller Estimated His Net Worth To Be $480,000 As Of December 31st, 2014. [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

NOTE: Net worth calculations as defined by the Florida State Legislature’s public disclosure of financial interests guidelines is not simply the value of liabilities subtracted from the total asset value. Disclosure guidelines available here.

Earned Income

2017: Miller Reported $54,000 In Earned Income

2017: Miller Reported $54,000 In Earned Income From The State Of Florida And Titan Management. [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

2017 Miller Earned Income Source Type Amount State of Florida Salary $29,000 Gray Robinson PA Spouse Salary N/A Titan Management Salary $25,000 [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

2016: Miller Reported $47,406 In Earned Income

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2016: Miller Reported $47,406 In Earned Income From The State Of Florida And Titan Management. [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2016 Miller Earned Income Source Type Amount State of Florida Salary $28,777 Titan Management Salary $18,629 [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2015: Miller Reported $28,022 In Earned Income

2015: Miller Reported $28,022.18 In Earned Income From the State of Florida. [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2015 Miller Earned Income Source Type Amount State of Florida Salary $28,022.18 [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2014: Miller Reported $65,900 In Earned Income

2014: Miller Reported $65,900 In Earned Income From Rollins College, The State Of Florida, And Chase. [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

2014 Miller Earned Income Source Type Amount Rollins College Salary $55,000 State of Florida Salary $4,600 Chase Unknown $6,300 [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

Assets & Unearned Income

2017: Miller Reported Between $217,057 And $1,073,000 In Assets

2017: Miller Reported Between $217,057 And $1,073,000 In Assets. [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

2017 Miller Assets & “Unearned” Income Asset Value of Asset Income Type Income Amount Min Max CAFAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CAFAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CEUAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CFAAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CGFAX $15,001 $50,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CIMAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CIRAX $1,001 $15 ,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CITAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CNPAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported

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CSPAX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 140411307 $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 140411307 $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 31617E711 $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 31617E711 $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 31617e844 $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 31617E844 $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 92202V393 $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 92202V393 $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 92202V435 $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported 92202V435 $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported CIVIX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported FBGKX $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported FXAIX $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported LZEMZ $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported MWTIX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported OIGIX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported RPMGX $15,001 $50,000 Tax Deferred Unreported TRRCX $50,001 $100,000 Tax Deferred Unreported VINIX $15,001 $50,000 Tax Deferred Unreported VPCCX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported VPCCX $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported FRS 2035 Retirement Date Fund $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Apple Inc. $15,001 $50,000 Tax Deferred Unreported iShares MSCI Brazil Capped Index Fund $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported iShares Russell 1000 Growth ETF $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported iShares S&P Small-Cap 600 Growth $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported iShares S&P SmallCap 600 Value $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported iShares US Real Estate ETF $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported SPDR Select Sector Fund- Financial $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported T Rowe Price 2030 Fund $1 $1,000 Tax Deferred Unreported American Beacon Small Cp Val $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported BlackRock Inflation Protected Bond K $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Delaware Extended Duration Bond $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported DFA Global Real Estate Securities I $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported DFA US Small Cap I $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Driehaus Emerging Markets Growth $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Federated International Leaders RG $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Oppenheimer Main Street I $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported T Rowe Price Growth Stock $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard Long-Term Treasury $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard Windsor II Adm $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard 500 Index Fund Admiral Shares $50,001 $100,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard LifeStrategy Moderate Growth Fund $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard Mid-Cap Index Fund Admiral Shares $1,001 $15,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Vanguard Total Bond Market Index Fund $15,001 $50,000 Tax Deferred Unreported Admiral Shares Total: $217,057 $1,073,000

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[Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

2016: Miller Reported $817,253 In Assets

2016: Miller Reported $792,253 In Stocks. [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2016 Miller Assets & “Unearned” Income Asset Value of Asset Income Type Income Amount Apple Inc. $20,269 Unknown Unknown Ishares Russell 1000 GRW ETF $6,714 Unknown Unknown Ishares Russell 1000 Value ETF $6,722 Unknown Unknown Ishares S&P SMLL Cap 600 V ETF $2,240 Unknown Unknown Ishares Small Cap 600 G ETF $2,550 Unknown Unknown IsharesUS Real Estate ETF $1,308 Unknown Unknown American Amcap 529A $2,859 Unknown Unknown American BD FD of Amer 529B $1,593 Unknown Unknown American Cap Inc Builder 529A $2,168 Unknown Unknown American Europacific GRW 529A $1,721 Unknown Unknown American GR Fd of Amer 529A $12,151 Unknown Unknown American High Income TR 529A $2,402 Unknown Unknown American Inc FD of Amer 529A $2,426 Unknown Unknown American New Perspective 529A $2,381 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap World 529A $3,061 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap 529A $2,859 Unknown Unknown American BD FD of Amer 529B $1,593 Unknown Unknown American Cap Inc Builder 529A $2,168 Unknown Unknown American Europacific GRW 529A $1,721 Unknown Unknown American GR Fd of Amer 529A $16,021 Unknown Unknown American High Income TR 529A $2,402 Unknown Unknown American Inc FD of Amer 529A $2,426 Unknown Unknown American New Perspective 529A $2,381 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap World 529A $3,061 Unknown Unknown 1988 BMW Convertible $3,000 Unknown Unknown 2012 Toyota Prius $10,000 Unknown Unknown 375 Sylvan Drive, Winter Park, FL 32789 $599,275 Unknown Unknown FRS 2035 Retirement Date Fund $6,099 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings G Fund $9,383 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings F Fund $10,871 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings C Fund $17,701 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings I Fund $9,366 Unknown Unknown TransAmerica 401K $21,361 Unknown Unknown TOTAL: $792,253.00 [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2016: Miller Reported $25,000 In Household Goods And Personal Effects. “The aggregate value of my household goods and personal effects…is $25,000.” [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2015: Miller Reported $808,090.38 In Assets

2015: Miller Reported $783,090.38 In Stocks. [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

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2015 Miller Assets & “Unearned” Income Asset Value of Asset Income Type Income Amount Morgan Stanley Bank N.A. $3,660.06 Unknown Unknown iShares MSCI Brazil Capped ETF (EWZ) $517.00 Unknown Unknown iShares Russell 1000 GRW ETF (IWZ) $6,366.72 Unknown Unknown iShares Russell 1000 Value ETF (IWD) $5,871.60 Unknown Unknown iShares S&P Small Cap 600 V ETF (US) $1,730.56 Unknown Unknown iShares Small Cap 600 GETF (UT) $2,113.27 Unknown Unknown iShares US Real Estate ETF (IYR) $1,276.36 Unknown Unknown Powershares DB Comm Trk Inc (DBC) $627.92 Unknown Unknown Vanguard FTSE Emerging Markets (VWO) $752.33 Unknown Unknown Vanguard FTSE Pacific ETF (VPL) $793.38 Unknown Unknown Apple Inc (AAPL) $18,420.56 Unknown Unknown American AMCAP 529A (CAFAX) $2,192.37 Unknown Unknown American AMCAP 529B (CAFBX) $741.11 Unknown Unknown American BD FD of Amer 529A (CFAAX) $1,279.11 Unknown Unknown American BD FD of Amer 529B (CAFBX) $351.73 Unknown Unknown American Cap Inc Builder 529A (CIRAX) $1,707.56 Unknown Unknown American Cap Inc Builder 529B (CIRBX) $431.94 Unknown Unknown American Europacific GRW 529A (CEUAX) $1,432.58 Unknown Unknown American Europacific GRW 529B (CEUBX) $500.61 Unknown Unknown American GR FD of Amer 529A (CGFAX) $10,827.16 Unknown Unknown American GR FD of Amer 529B (CGFBX) $669.59 Unknown Unknown American High Income TR 529A (CITAX) $1,709.78 Unknown Unknown American High Income TR 529B (CITBX) $470.75 Unknown Unknown American Inc FD of Amer 529A (CIMAX) $1,818.57 Unknown Unknown American Inc FD of Amer 529B (CIMBX) $507.16 Unknown Unknown American New Perspective 529A (CNPAX) $1,929.38 Unknown Unknown American New Perspective 529B (CNPBX) $570.04 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap World 529A (CSPAX) $2,456.99 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap World 529B (CSPBX) $611.58 Unknown Unknown FRS 2035 Retirement Date Fund (2035) $2,874.56 Unknown Unknown 375 Sylvan Drive, Winter Park, FL 32789 $625,000.00 Unknown Unknown 1988 BMW Convertible $2,500.00 Unknown Unknown 2012 Toyota Prius $17,000.00 Unknown Unknown Deleware Extended Duration Bon Inst $1,195.04 Unknown Unknown Vanguard Long Term Treasury Admiral $1,091.25 Unknown Unknown Vanguard Winsdor II Adm $2,345.06 Unknown Unknown Gabelli Asset I $2,368.47 Unknown Unknown T. Rowe Price Growth Stock $2,322.59 Unknown Unknown American Beacon Small Cp Val Inst $1,080.75 Unknown Unknown ClearBridge Small Cap Growth IS $1,028.64 Unknown Unknown Federated International Leaders R6 $2,968.60 Unknown Unknown BlackRock Inflation Protected Bond K $906.82 Unknown Unknown Briehaus Emerging Markets Growth $911.21 Unknown Unknown DFA US Small Cap 1 $920.42 Unknown Unknown Third Avenue Real Estate Value Instl $916.98 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings Plan G Fund Government Securities $9,294.96 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings Plan F Fixed Income Index $11,059.14 Unknown Unknown

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Thrift Savings Plan C Fund Common Stock Indez $16,190.37 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings Plan I Fund Small Cap Stock Index $8,777.75 Unknown Unknown TOTAL: $783,090.38 [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2015: Miller Reported $25,000 In Household Goods And Personal Effects. “The aggregate value of my household goods and personal effects…is $25,000.” [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2014: Miller Reported $765,492.18 In Assets

2014: Miller Reported $737,492.18 In Stocks. [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

2014 Miller Assets & “Unearned” Income Asset Value of Asset Income Type Income Amount Morgan Stanley Bank $2,817.12 Unknown Unknown Ishares Russell 1000 GRW ETF (IWF) $6,119.04 Unknown Unknown Ishares Russell 1000 GRW ETF (IWD) $6,264.00 Unknown Unknown Ishares S&P Small-Cap 600 V ETF (IJS) $1,887.04 Unknown Unknown Ishares Small Cap 600 G ETF (IJT) $2,080.63 Unknown Unknown Ishares US Real Estate ETF (IYR) $1,306.20 Unknown Unknown Apple Inc (AAPL) $19,316.50 Unknown Unknown American AMCAP 529A (CAFAX) $1,846.09 Unknown Unknown American AMCAP 529B (CAFBX) $1,073.25 Unknown Unknown American BD FD of Amer 529A (CFAAX) $1,030.09 Unknown Unknown American Cap Inc Builder 529A (CIRAX) $1,496.76 Unknown Unknown American Europacific GRW 529A $1,217.81 Unknown Unknown American GR FD of Amer 529A (CGFAX) $9,983.69 Unknown Unknown American High Income TR 529A (CITAX) $1,541.79 Unknown Unknown American Inc FD of Amer 529A (CIMAX) $1,553.74 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap World 529A (CSPAX) $2,117.15 Unknown Unknown American AMCAP 529A (CAFAX) $1,846.09 Unknown Unknown American AMCAP 529B (CAFBX) $1,073.25 Unknown Unknown American BD FD of Amer 529A (CFAAX) $1,030.09 Unknown Unknown American Cap inc Builder 529A (CIRAX) $1,496.76 Unknown Unknown American Europacific GRW 529A $1,217.81 Unknown Unknown American GR FD of Amer 529A (CGFAX) $13,375.84 Unknown Unknown American High Income TR 529A (CITAX) $1,541.86 Unknown Unknown American Inc FD of Amer 529A (CIMAX) $1,553.79 Unknown Unknown American New Perspective 529A (CNPAX) $1,535.76 Unknown Unknown American Smallcap World 529A (CSPAX) $2,117.15 Unknown Unknown Thrift Savings Plan Internation Stock Index Investment $9,220.21 Unknown Unknown Fund Deleware Extended Duration Bond Inst $1,148.99 Unknown Unknown Vanguard Long-Term Treasury Admiral $1,235.40 Unknown Unknown Vanguard Windsor II Adm $2,369.32 Unknown Unknown Gabelli Asset I $2,392.89 Unknown Unknown T. Rowe Price Growth Stock $2,414.98 Unknown Unknown American Beacon Small Cp Val Inst $1,099.51 Unknown Unknown ClearBridge Small Cap Growth IS $1,136.23 Unknown Unknown Federated International Leaders R6 $3,035.35 Unknown Unknown

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375 Sylvan Drive, Winter Park, FL 32789 $625,000.00 Unknown Unknown TOTAL: $737,492.18 [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

2014: Miller Reported $25,000 In Household Goods And Personal Effects. “The aggregate value of my household goods and personal effects…is $25,000.” [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

Liabilities

2017: Miller Reported Between $290,003 And $615,000 In Liabilities

2017: Miller Reported Between $290,003 And $615,000 In Liabilities From Navient, U.S. Bank, United States Senate FCU, And State Farm. [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

2016 Miller Liabilities Owner Creditor Date Incurred Type Amount Of Liability SP Navient 2006-2008 Student Loan Debt $15,001-$50,000 SP US Bank February 2015 Mortgage $250,001-$500,000 SP United States Senate FCU November 2016- Vehicle loans and line $15,001-$50,000 March 2017 of credit Unknown State Farm February 2015 Car Loan $10,000-$15,000 [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

2016: Miller Reported $390,612 In Liabilities

2016: Miller Reported $390,612 In Liabilities From U.S. Bank, Navient, And Chase. [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2016 Miller Liabilities Creditor Unpaid Principal Balance U.S. Bank Home Mortgage, PO Box 21948, Eagan, MN 55121 $327,877 Navient, PO Box 13612, Philadelphia, PA 19101 $50,730 Chase Auto Finance, PO Box 9001801, Louisville, KY 40290 $12,005 [Miller 2016 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/3/17]

2015: Miller Reported $409,124.33 In Liabilities

2015: Miller Reported Between $409,124.33 In Liabilities From U.S. Bank, Navient, And Chase. [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2015 Miller Liabilities Creditor Unpaid Principal Balance U.S. Bank Home Mortgage, PO Box 21948, Eagan, MN 55121 $339,820.50 Navient, PO Box 13612, Philadelphia, PA 19101 $52,436.24 Chase Auto Finance, PO Box 9001801, Louisville, KY 40290 $16,867.59 [Miller 2015 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 6/22/16]

2014: Miller Reported $303,388.84 In Liabilities

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2014: Miller Reported $303,388.84 From Wells Fargo And Sallie Mae. [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

2014 Miller Liabilities Creditor Unpaid Principal Balance Wells Fargo Home Mortgage, PO Box 14411, Des Moines, IA 50306 $250,481.12 Sallie Mae, PO Box 13611, Philadelphia, PA 19101 $52,907.72 [Miller 2014 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 7/1/15]

Positions

2017: Miller Did Not Disclose Any Positions

2017: Miller Did Not Disclose Any Positions. [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

Agreements

2017: Miller Did Not Disclose Any Agreements

2017: Miller Did Not Disclose Any Agreements. [Miller 2017 Public Financial Disclosure Report, filed 10/10/17]

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Appendix II – Campaign Finance

Items of Interest

 The Republican Party of Florida spent over $181,000 on Miller’s state campaigns.

 Miller raised $1 million and spent $695,000 over the course of his career.

 Miller has raised $220,800 and spent $36,000 so far for his congressional campaign.

 Miller raised $795,769.23 and spent $659,294.72 for his state campaigns.

NOTE: Numbers updated as of 4/5/18.

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Miller’s Campaign Committees Raised More Than $1 Million And Spent More Than $695,000 Over The Course Of His Career

Miller’s Campaign Committees Raised $1,016,570 And Spent $695,332 Over The Course Of His Career, As Of December 2017.

Miller 2018 Congressional Campaign Committee Funds Toplines Contributions Disbursements Other Party Operating Refunds Cycle Total Indivs Committees Cmtes Total Expenditures Indivs Cmtes Q4 $64,435 $58,935 $5,500 $0 $28,850 $21,050.21 $2,800 $5,000 Q3 $156,365.84 $142,365.84 $14,000 $0 $7,188 $7,188 $0 $0 Total $220,800.84 $201,300.84 $19,500 $0 $36,038 $28,238.21 $2,800 $5,000 [Federal Election Commission, Candidate and Committee Viewer, accessed 4/5/18]

Miller State Campaign Committee Funds Toplines Contributions Disbursements Cycle Total Monetary Loans In Kind Total Expenditures Other Transfers 2018 $14,000 $14,000 $0 $0 $724 $362 $0 $0 2016 $506,849.54 $430,485 $0 $76,364.54 $459,372.22 $430,485 $11,602.08 $17,285.14 2014 $274,919.69 $180,753.14 $0 $94,166.55 $199,198.50 $180,753.14 $15,846.70 $2,598.66 Career $795,769.23 $625,238.14 $0 $170,531.09 $659,294.72 $611,600.14 $27,448.78 $19,883.80 [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/7/17]

Career: Raised $1,016,570

2014 – 2017: Miller Raised A Total Of $1,016,570. [Federal Election Commission, Candidate and Committee Viewer, accessed 12/12/17; Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/7/17]

Miller Raised A Total Of $220,800 From Contributions To His Federal Campaign Committee From April 2017 Through December 2017. [Federal Election Commission, Candidate and Committee Viewer, accessed 12/12/17]

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Miller Raised A Total Of $795,769.23 From Committees To His State Campaign Committee From 2014 To 2017. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/7/17]

Career: Spent $695,332

2014 – 2017: Miller Spent A Total Of $695,332. [Federal Election Commission, Candidate and Committee Viewer, accessed 12/12/17; Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/7/17]

Miller Spent A Total Of $36,038 From His Federal Campaign Committee From April 2017 Through December 2017. [Federal Election Commission, Candidate and Committee Viewer, accessed 12/12/17]

Miller Spent A Total Of $659,294.72 From His State Campaign Committee From 2014 To 2017. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/12/17]

Top Federal Campaign Committee Contributors

Miller Career Industry Contributors To Campaign Committee Industry Total Retired $27,200 Lawyers/Law Firms $18,367 Real Estate $14,400 Lobbyists $12,289 Republican/Conservative $10,400 Business Services $8,450 Beer, Wine & Liquor $6,900 Insurance $5,900 Health Professionals $5,734 Lodging/Tourism $5,250 Leadership PACs $4,000 [Center for Responsive Politics, accessed 4/5/18]

Top State Campaign Committee Contributors

Miller Career Top Contributors To State Campaign Committee Rank Contributor Total 1 Republican Party of Florida $181,499.91 2 House Republican Campaign Committee $9,000 3 Florida Medical Association PAC $5,000 [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/12/17]

Miller’s Top Campaign Contributor Was The Republican Party Of Florida

The Republican Party Of Florida Has Donated $181,499.91 To Miller’s State Campaigns. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/12/17]

The House Republican Campaign Committee And The Florida Medical Association PAC Were Also Top Donors

The House Republican Campaign Committee Donated $9,000 And The Florida Medical Association PAC Donated $5,000 To Miller’s State Campaigns. [Florida Department of State Division of Elections, accessed 12/12/17]

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Appendix III – Revolving Door

Lobbying

None Of Miller’s Staffers Entered The Revolving Door

Miller’s Florida House Page Listed Three Staffers. [Florida House of Representatives, Mike Miller, accessed 2/2/18]

Miller’s Legislative Assistant Was Jessica Sams. [Florida House of Representatives, Mike Miller, accessed 2/2/18]

Miller’s District Secretaries Were Lindsay Graham And Sabrina Jerome. [Florida House of Representatives, Mike Miller, accessed 2/2/18]

None Of Miller’s Staffers Were Registered In The Florida Lobbyist Database. [Florida Lobbyist Registration and Compensation, accessed 2/2/18]

None Of Miller’s Staffers Were Registered As A Federal Lobbyist. [Legistorm, accessed 2/2/18]

Miller Had Previously Been Registered As A Lobbyist

NOTE: See Political Career section.

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Appendix V – State Bill Sponsorships

NOTE: Information updated as of 12/6/17.

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Miller Sponsored 39 Bills, 4 Of Which Became Law

Florida House Of Representatives 2018 Session

Miller Sponsored 3 Bills In Anticipation Of The 2018 Session

2016 Session Last Action/ Date Bill # Title Last Action Effective Date Now in Oversight, Transparency & 11/14/17 HB 661 Business Filings Administration Subcommittee 11/27/17 Now in Local, Federal & Veterans Affairs 11/14/17 HB 697 Impact Fees Subcommittee 11/27/17 Direct Primary Care 8/23/17 HB 37 Agreements Bill released to House Calendar 11/15/17 [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

In November 2017, Miller Introduced HB 661, A Bill Requiring The Florida Department Of State To Update Its Business Filing Service In Order To Discourage Fraudulent Filings. The bill “requires DOS develop & offer optional secure business filing service designed to discourage fraudulent filings; requires that service notify entity via e-mail whenever document relating to entity is delivered for filing; requires department to give entity opportunity to reject further processing of filing; authorizes department to keep fees associated with rejected filing; requires department to deliver notification of filing.” The bill was in Oversight, Transparency, and Administration Subcommittee. [HB 661, 11/27/17]

In November 2017, Miller Introduced HB 697, A Bill Prohibiting The Collection Of Impact Fees By A Local Government Earlier Than The Specified Time. The bill “prohibits collection of impact fees by a local government earlier than a specified time.” The bill was in Local, Federal, and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee. [HB 697, 11/27/17]

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In August 2017, Miller Introduced HB 37, A Bill Specifying That Direct Primary Care Agreement Does Not Constitute Insurance. The bill “specifies that direct primary care agreement does not constitute insurance & provides requirements for such agreement.” The bill was released to House Calendar. [HB 37, 11/15/17]

Florida House Of Representatives 2017 Session

Miller Sponsored 20 Bills, 3 Of Which Became Laws And 2 Of Which Were Adopted By Publication

2016 Session Last Action/ Date Bill # Title Last Action Effective Date 4/20/17 HR 8077 Pulse Remembrance Day Adopted by Publication 4/27/17 4/12/17 HR 8059 Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day Adopted by Publication 4/13/17 Died in Energy & Utilities 3/7/17 HB 1377 Taxation of Internet Video Service Subcommittee 5/5/17 Died in Transportation & 2/24/17 HB 6029 Tax on Sale or Lease of an Aircraft Infrastructure Subcommittee 5/5/17 Workers’ Compensation Benefits Died in Oversight, Transparency 2/23/17 HB 1019 For First Responders & Administration Subcommittee 5/5/17 Community Based Care Lead Agency of Central Florida - Core Service Funds for Increase of Died in Health Care 2/22/17 HB 3783 Caseloads Appropriations Subcommittee 5/8/17 Became law: Chapter No. 2017- 175; companion bill(s) passed, CS/CS/HB see CS/CS/HB 911 (Ch. 2017- 2/21/17 925 Department of Financial Services 147) 6/27/17 Became law: Chapter No. 2017- 2/20/17 HB 883 Memory Disorder Clinics 146 6/26/17 Children’s Home Society - CaseAIM to Enhancement of Indefinitely postponed and 2/20/17 HB 3613 Child Welfare Case Management withdrawn from consideration 5/5/17 Vetoed by Governor; See SB 2/20/17 HB 3615 Orlando Science Center 2500 (line item 3144A) 6/2/17 Indefinitely postponed and 2/20/17 HB 3617 IDignity withdrawn from consideration 5/5/17 UCF Restores - PTSD Clinic for Florida Veterans and First Indefinitely postponed and 2/20/17 HB 3619 Responders withdrawn from consideration 5/5/17 Indefinitely postponed and 2/20/17 HB 3621 Howell Branch Preserve withdrawn from consideration 5/5/17 Died in Transportation & Autonomous Vehicle Deployment Tourism Appropriations 2/20/17 HB 3623 Initiative Subcommittee 5/8/17 University of Florida: Florida Died in Higher Education 2/20/17 HB 3625 Applied Research in Engineering Appropriations Subcommittee 5/8/17 Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation - Education Clearinghouse for Emergency Vetoed by Governor; See SB 2/20/17 HB 3627 Medical Services 2500 (line item 504) 6/2/17

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CS/CS/HB Relief/L.T./Department of Became law: Chapter No. 2017- 1/26/17 6511 Children and Families 58 6/2/17 Advanced Well Stimulation Died in Natural Resources & 1/24/17 HB 451 Treatment Public Lands Subcommittee 5/5/17 Died in Government Accountability Committee; Transportation Facility companion bill(s) passed, see 1/11/17 HB 225 Designations CS/CS/SB 368 (Ch. 2017-193) 5/5/17 1/4/17 CS/HB 161 Direct Primary Care Agreements Died on Calendar 5/5/17 [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

In April 2017, Miller Introduced HB 8077, A Bill Designating June 12th, 2017, As “Pulse Remembrance Day.” The bill “recognizes June 12, 2017, as ‘Pulse Remembrance Day’ in Florida.” The bill was adopted by publication. [HB 8077, 4/27/17]

In April 2017, Miller Introduced HB 8059, A Bill Designating April 6th, 2017, As “Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day.” The bill “designates April 6, 2017, as ‘Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Day.’” The bill was adopted by publication. [HB 8059, 4/13/17]

In March 2017, Miller Introduced HB 1377, A Bill Excluding Internet Video Services From Definitions Of Communication Services The bill “excludes Internet video services from definitions of communication services & video service; defines Internet video service; prohibits public bodies from imposing tax on Internet video service.” The bill died in Energy and Utilities Subcommittee. [HB 1377, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 6029, A Bill Exempting Aircraft Sales And Leases From Sales And Use Tax. The bill “exempts all aircraft sales or leases from sales and use tax.” The bill died in Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee. [HB 6029, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 1019, A Bill Deleting Provisions That Limit Workers’ Compensation Benefits For First Responders. The bill “deletes provisions that limit certain workers’ compensation benefits for first responders; provides that mental or nervous injuries of law enforcement officers, firefighters, emergency medical technicians, or paramedics are compensable under Workers’ Compensation Law under specified conditions.” The bill died in Oversight, Transparency, and Administration Subcommittee. [HB 1019, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3783, A Bill Appropriating More Than Two Million Dollars For The Community Based Care Lead Agency Of Central Florida. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $2,300,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Children and Families to fund the Community Based Care Lead Agency of Central Florida – Core Service Funds for Increase of Caseloads…” The bill died in Health Care Appropriations Subcommittee. [HB 3783, 5/8/17]

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In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3613, A Bill Appropriating Two And A Half Million For The Children’s Home Society. The bill states that “for fiscal year of 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $2,500,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Children and Families to fund the Children’s Home Society—CaseAIM to Enhancement of Child Welfare Case Management…” The bill was indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration. [HB 3613, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3615, A Bill Appropriating More Than A Million Dollars For The Orlando Science Center. The bill states that “for fiscal year of 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $1,355,737 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of State to fund the Orlando Science Center…” The bill was vetoed by the governor. [HB 3615, 6/2/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3617, A Bill Appropriating Sixty Thousand Dollars For The IDignity Project To Help Disadvantaged Floridians To Obtain Identification Cards. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $60,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to fund the IDignity…” The bill was indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration. [HB 3617, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3619, A Bill Appropriating Almost Four And A Half Million Dollars For The UCF Restores – PTSD Clinic For Florida Veterans And First Responders. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $4,440,992 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Board of Governors to fund the UCF Restores – PTSD Clinic for Florida Veterans and First Responders…” The bill was indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration. [HB 3619, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3621, A Bill Appropriating More Than A Half A Million Dollars For The Howell Branch Preserve. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $525,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Environmental Protection to fund the Howell Branch Preserve…” The bill was indefinitely postponed and withdrawn from consideration. [HB 3621, 5/5/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3623, A Bill Appropriating Half A Million Dollars To Fund The Autonomous Vehicles Deployment Initiative. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $500,000 from the State Transportation (Primary) Trust Fund is appropriated to the Department of Transportation to fund the Autonomous Vehicles Deployment Initiative…” The bill died in Transportation and Tourism Appropriations Subcommittee. [HB 3623, 5/8/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3625, A Bill Appropriating Two And A Half Million Dollars For Applied Research In Engineering At The University Of Florida. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $2,500,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Board of Governors to fund the University of Florida: Florida Applied Research in Engineering…” The bill died in Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee. [HB 3625, 5/8/17]

In February 2017, Miller Introduced HB 3627, A Bill Appropriating More Than A Half A Million Dollars For The Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation. The bill states that “for fiscal year 2017-2018 the nonrecurring sum of $564,000 from the General Revenue Fund is appropriated to the Department of Health to fund the Florida Emergency Medicine Foundation—Education Clearinghouse for Emergency Medical Services…” The bill was vetoed by the governor. [HB 3627, 6/2/17]

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provides legislative intent re: certain Medicaid liens; provides limitation on payment of fees & costs.” The bill became law. [HB 6511, 6/2/17]

In January 2017, Miller Introduced HB 451, A Bill Prohibiting Well Stimulation Treatments. The bill “prohibits performance of advanced well stimulation treatments; clarifies that permits for drilling or operating wells do not authorize performance of advanced well treatments; provides applicability.” The bill died in Natural Resources and Public Lands Subcommittee. [HB 451, 5/5/17]

In January 2017, Miller Introduced HB 225, A Bill Designating “Arnold Palmer Expressway.” The bill “designates Arnold Palmer Expressway in Orange County; directs DOT to erect suitable markers.” The bill died in Government Accountability Committee; a companion bill passed in the Senate as SB 368. [HB 225, 5/5/17]

In January 2017, Miller Introduced HB 161, A Bill Specifying That Direct Primary Care Agreements Do Not Constitute Insurance. The bill “specifies that direct primary care agreement does not constitute insurance & provides requirements for such agreement.” The bill died on calendar. [HB 161, 5/5/17]

2017A Session

Miller Did Not Sponsor Any Bills During The 2017A Special Session. [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

Florida House Of Representatives 2016 Session

Miller Sponsored 7 Bills, None Of Which Became Law

2016 Session Last Action/ Date Bill # Title Last Action Effective Date Laid on Table; companion bill(s) Airport Zoning Law of passed, see CS/SB 1508 (Ch. 2016- 1/11/16 HB 1379 1945 209), CS/CS/HB 7061 (Ch. 2016-239) 3/7/16 1/11/16 HB 3531 Relief/L.T./DCF Died in Civil Justice Subcommittee 3/11/16 Interstate Purchase of 1/10/16 HB 1317 Health Insurance Died in Appropriations Committee 3/11/16 CS/CS/HB Laid on Table; companion bill(s) 1/7/16 1235 Housing Assistance passed, see CS/SB 1534 (Ch. 2016-210) 3/7/16 Central Florida Laid on Table; companion bill(s) 12/1/15 CS/HB 825 Expressway Authority passed, see SB 1110 (Ch. 2016-193) 1/12/16 Specialty License Plates/Professional 11/4/15 CS/HB 567 Sports Teams Died on Second Reading Calendar 3/11/16 8/3/15 CS/CS/HB 37 Direct Primary Care Died in Health Policy Committee 3/11/16 [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

In January 2016, Miller Introduced HB 1379, A Bill Revising Provisions For Airport Protection Zoning Regulations. The bill “revises provisions for adopting, amending, administering, & enforcing airport protection zoning regulations & airport land use compatibility zoning regulations.” The bill was laid on the table; a companion bill passed in the Senate as a SB 1508 and 7061. [HB 1379, 3/7/16]

In January 2016, Miller Introduced HB 3531, A Bill Compensating A Woman For Abuse Sustained As A Result Of Negligence On The Part Of The Department Of Children And Families. The bill provides

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appropriation to compensate L.T., a minor, for injuries & damages sustained as result of negligence of employees of DCF; provides for waiver of specified lien interests held by state; provides limitation on payment of fees & costs.” The bill died in Civil Justice Subcommittee. [HB 3531, 3/11/16]

In January 2016, Miller Introduced HB 1317, A Bill Allowing Foreign Insurers To Offer Individual Health Insurance And Exempts Foreign Insurers From Florida Insurance Code. The bill “allows foreign insurer to offer individual health insurance for sale in state upon meeting certain requirements; establishes requirements; exempts foreign insurer from Florida Insurance Code.” The bill died in Appropriations Committee. [HB 1317, 3/11/16]

In January 2016, Miller Introduced HB 1235, A Bill Creating A Task Force On Homelessness And Revising Regulations Relating To Housing Assistance. According to the bill’s text, HB 1235 “provides duties of State Office on Homelessness; directs State Office on Homelessness to create task force to make recommendations regarding implementation of statewide Homeless Management Information System; revises grant award requirements; revises requirements for local homeless assistance continuum of care plan; provides requirements for Rapid ReHousing; prohibits county or eligible municipality from expending its portion of local housing distribution to provide ongoing rent subsidies; provides that certain partnership process of State Housing Initiatives Partnership Program should involve lead agencies of local homeless assistance continuums of care; encourages counties & eligible municipalities to develop strategy within their local housing assistance plans which provides program funds for reducing homelessness; prohibits housing authority from applying for seize projects, units, or vouchers of another established housing authority.” The bill was laid on the table; a companion bill passed in the Senate as SB 1110. [HB 1235, 3/7/16]

In December 2015, Miller Introduced HB 825, A Bill Revising The Structure Of The Central Florida Expressway Authority. The bill “revises provisions for membership & organization of governing body of authority; specifies date that terms of certain members end; removes provision that requires title to former Orlando- Orange County Expressway System be transferred to state.” The bill was laid on the table; a companion bill passed in the Senate as SB 1534. [HB 825, 1/12/16]

In November 2015, Miller Introduced HB 567, A Bill Which Would Establish Annual Fees For Specialty License Plates. The bill “provides annual use fees for Orlando City Soccer Club & Jacksonville Armada Football Club specialty license plates; & additional entities eligible for Florida Professional Sports Teams license plate; requires DHSMV to develop Orlando City Soccer Club license plate & Jacksonville Armada Football Club license plate.” The bill died on Second Reading Calendar. [HB 567, 3/11/16]

In August 2015, Miller Introduced HB 37, A Bill The Specified That A Direct Primary Care Agreement Does Not Constitute Insurance. According to the bill’s text, HB 37 “specifies that a direct primary care agreement does not constitute insurance and is not subject to the Florida Insurance Code…” The bill died in Health Policy Committee. [HB 37, 3/11/16]

Florida House Of Representatives 2015 Session

Miller Sponsored 9 Bills, 1 Of Which Became Law

2015 Session Last Action/ Date Bill # Title Last Action Effective Date Adopted by Publication; Independent Colleges & companion bill(s) passed, see SR 4/2/15 HR 9067 Universities of Florida 424 (Adopted) 4/8/15

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City of Winter Park, Orange Became law: Chapter No. 2015- 3/5/15 HB 1329 County 204 6/18/15 Substance Abuse and Mental Died in Children, Families & 3/3/15 HB 1289 Health Services Seniors Subcommittee 4/28/15 Died in Civil Justice 3/3/15 HB 3551 Relief/L.T./DCF Subcommittee 4/28/15 Died in Insurance & Banking 3/2/15 HB 1257 Bail Bonds Subcommittee 4/28/15 Died in Regulatory Affairs 2/27/15 HB 1183 Pari-Mutuel Permitholders Committee 4/28/15 Central Florida Expressway 2/26/15 CS/HB 1101 Authority Laid on Table 4/27/15 Vaccination of Nursing Home Laid on Table; companion bill(s) 1/20/15 HB 411 Residents passed, see SB 332 (Ch. 2015-16) 4/21/15 CS/CS/HB 1/20/15 451 Entertainment Industry Died on Second Reading Calendar 4/28/15 [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

In April 2015, Miller Introduced HR 9067, A Resolution Commending Independent Colleges And Universities Of Florida. The resolution “commends Independent Colleges & Universities of Florida for five decades of service to students, communities, & employers of state.” The resolution was adopted by publication. [HR 9067, 4/8/17]

In March 2015, Miller Introduced HB 1289, A Bill Revising The Department Of Children And Families’ Continuity Of Care System To Increase Support For Substance Abuse And Mental Health Issues. According to the bill’s text, HB 1289 “revises DCF continuity of care system to provide supportive services; requires county intake agencies to use electronic shared information platform for community referrals; requires contracts to include additional information; revises legislative intent with respect to provision of substance abuse & mental health services.” The bill died in Children, Families, & Seniors Subcommittee. [HB 1289, 4/28/15]

In March 2015, Miller Introduced HB 3551, A Bill Seeking Compensation For A Victim Of Abuse As A Result Of Negligence On The Part Of The Department Of Children And Families. According to the bill’s text, HB 3551 “provides appropriation to compensate L.T. for injuries & damages sustained as result of negligence of employees of DCF; provides for waiver of specified lien interests held by state; provides limitation on payment of fees & costs.” The bill died in Civil Justice Subcommittee. [HB 3551, 4/28/15]

In March 2015, Miller Introduced HB 1257, A Bill Revising Requirements Regarding Bail Bond Agencies. According to the bill’s text, HB 1257 “requires that person complete specified periods of licensure before being eligible for ownership of or other pecuniary interest in bail bond agency; revises eligibility requirements for bail bond agent applicants; provides requirements for primary bail bond agents; revises restrictions on where & how bail bond agents & agencies may solicit business; provides for fine & license suspension for violations of specified licensing provisions & for fine & license revocation for second offense; provides requirements for relicensure; clarifies provisions relating to commitment of bail bond agent; provides circumstances under which, while on bond, a breach of bail bond conditions occurs; revises conditions under which forfeiture must be discharged; revises provisions relating to remission of forfeiture.” The bill died in Insurance and Banking Subcommittee. [HB 1257, 4/28/15]

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In February 2015, Miller Introduced HB 1183, A Bill Revising Regulations Relating To Greyhound Racing. According to the bill’s text, HB 1183 “revises provisions relating to licensing of greyhound racing permitholders; revises provisions for fees, taxes & tax credits, intertrack wagering, greyhound adoption, charity racing days, live racing requirements, slot machine gaming areas, & cardroom licenses.” The bill died in Regulatory Affairs Committee. [HB 1183, 4/28/15]

In February 2015, Miller Introduced CS/HB 1101, A Bill Revising Provisions For Gubernatorial Appointees And Revising The Lease-Purchase Agreement For The Orlando-Orange County Expressway System. According to the bill’s text, HB 1101 “revises provisions for appointments to governing body of authority; specifies end of terms of members appointed by Governor; removes requirement that authority elect one of its members as secretary; specifies that Central Florida Expressway Authority is party to lease-purchase agreement between department & Orlando-Orange County Expressway Authority; removes requirement that title to former Orlando- Orange County Expressway System be transferred to state.” In the last recorded action, the bill was laid on the table. [HB 1101, 4/27/15]

In January 2015, Miller Introduced HB 411, A Bill Revising The Type Of Pneumococcal Vaccine Administered To Nursing Home Residents. According to the bill’s text, HB 411 “revises 4 provisions relating to the type of pneumococcal 5 vaccine administered to nursing home residents; 6 deleting obsolete language; providing an effective date.” The bill was laid on the table; a companion bill passed in the Senate as SB 332. [HB 411, 4/21/15]

In January 2015, Miller Introduced HB 451, A Bill Revising The Name And Procedures Of The Office Of Film And Entertainment. The bill “renames Office of Film & Entertainment as Division of Film & Entertainment; requires division to serve a liaison for film industry; requires Governor to appoint commissioner; revises requirements for strategic plan; repeals provisions concerning Florida Film and Entertainment Advisory Council; revises procedures regarding applications for tax credits; establishes DEO duties; prohibits approved production company from receiving benefits under specified provisions for same production while protecting other specified benefits; requires DEO to develop standardized application form; requires certain production companies to submit aggregate data on specified topics; authorizes qualified production company to renew its certificate of exemption for specified period.” The bill died in Second Reading Calendar. [HB 451, 4/28/15]

2015A Special Session

Miller Did Not Sponsor Any Bills During The 2015A Special Session. [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

2015B Special Session

Miller Did Not Sponsor Any Bills During The 2015B Special Session. [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

2015C Special Session

Miller Did Not Sponsor Any Bills During The 2015C Special Session. [Florida House of Representatives, accessed 12/4/17]

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