[1] Prior to any formal organization, the first state-wide assembly of Florida librarians took place in December 1906 in St. Augustine.

This federation and assembly of Florida librarians have brought about progress in discourse, activism, and forward-thinking adaptations to the way libraries function throughout the state.

"[12] The Friends of Florida Libraries Honor Roll supports FLA advocacy activities within the state government.

[13][14] The FLA provides multiple scholarships annually for students to enroll in programs of library and information science.

In 2006, the FLA filed an amicus curiae memorandum in the United States District Court in support of an ACLU and Miami-Dade Student Government Association lawsuit.

In early 2009, the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals reversed the decision to return the book to the school libraries.

Included in the repository are meeting minutes, treasurer's reports, conference programs, planning material, newspaper clippings, photographs, committee records, and other associated subject files.