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Gov. Ron DeSantis said he's sending over 1,100 National Guard soldiers and law enforcement officers to help secure the southern border.
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Under the bill, most kids under 18 won’t be able to receive gender affirming care including puberty blockers or hormone therapy.
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Said Rep. Anna Eskamani, D-Orlando: "I am concerned that our approach is one that does not take in consideration health risks.”
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The Senate bill immediately drew criticism Monday from Rep. Anna Eskamani, an Orlando Democrat who called it “absurd to drop a 98-page elections bill with just a 24-hour notice for its first hearing.”
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A GOP-controlled subcommittee approved the proposal following often-emotional testimony about issues such as women’s health and pregnancies caused by rapes.
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Critics said the bill would disadvantage college students when they seek employment after graduation, could endanger accreditation of Florida courses and would stifle academic freedom on campuses.
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They come after the Republican-controlled Legislature passed a ban on abortions after 15 weeks of pregnancy last year.
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A parents' rights activist, a Christian nationalist and three lawyer donors now have control over Walt Disney World's development capabilities, thanks to a bill signed by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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As Florida dedicates more money to transport migrants from other states, advocates say there isn't enough oversight to make sure transport is done legally and that migrants are relocated voluntarily.
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Said DeSantis on the Disney bill: “This is obliviously now going to be controlled by the state of Florida, which is no longer self-governing for them. So, there’s a new sheriff in town, and that’s just the way its going to be.”
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The Florida House suggested the overhaul during the first day of Florida's special session.
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Gov. DeSantis is proposing that lawmakers approve $1.5 billion in tax cuts that include items purchased for infants, children and pets, along with expanded tax "holidays."