Tag: Florida Politics
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Florida Governor Signs Bill Banning Sale of Lab-Grown Beef
On Wednesday, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed into law Bill SB 1084, effectively criminalizing the sale and manufacture of lab-grown beef in the state. The move has stirred controversy and drawn attention to the intersection of agriculture, innovation, and government regulation. Protecting the Cattle Industry The new law, now a second-degree misdemeanor offense to engage…
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Florida Governor DeSantis Opposes Expansion of Title IX to Protect Gender Identity
Governor DeSantis Vows to Oppose US Department of Education’s Rule In a recent development, Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has declared his opposition to a new rule proposed by the US Department of Education. This rule aims to expand Title IX protections to encompass gender identity, a move that has sparked controversy and drawn strong…
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Florida Governor Challenges Federal Title IX Expansion
In a contentious move, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has announced his opposition to the expansion of Title IX by the US Department of Education, specifically aimed at protecting gender identity. The conflict arises from the new federal rule which bars schools from implementing policies that restrict individuals from participating in activities consistent with their gender…
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Jacksonville Beach Urges Governor to Veto Short-Term Rental Legislation
Local Control vs. Statewide Regulation The City of Jacksonville Beach is at odds with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis over legislation concerning short-term vacation rentals, particularly those listed on platforms like Airbnb. The city is advocating for the governor to veto the proposed legislation, which would significantly impact its ability to regulate such rentals within its…
