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DeSantis Watch Releases “Storm” Highlighting the Impact of the Climate Crisis on Property Insurance Costs

TALLAHASSEE — As Florida enters the heart of hurricane season and braces for the impacts of a tropical disturbance, Governor Ron DeSantis’ response to the climate crisis this year has been to ban the phrase “climate change” from most state statutes (and some science textbooks), repeal renewable energy goals for the state, and to help corporate polluters by vetoing a bill that would have […]

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DeSantis Watch Statement on Ron’s Cruel Budget Vetoes

TALLAHASSEE — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Florida’s budget while issuing close to $1 billion in vetoes to vital local projects that would protect public safety, confront the climate crisis and preserve our environmental treasures, expand access to health care for Floridians in need, and provide vital educational opportunities for students and families throughout the state.