Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said, “I applaud House Speaker Sprowls, Senate President Simpson, and Governor DeSantis for their leadership to keep Floridians and visitors to Florida safe by passing this important legislation. Nothing else matters if you and your children aren’t safe. This law represents Florida’s commitment to public order and creating a safe place for people to express their constitutional right to free speech.” Sheriff Judd said of the new riot bill, the Combating Disorder Act.
Statements he made earlier had some onlookers in stitches, while others feigning being offended went off on the impropriety of a sheriff telling anyone how to vote and other insipid comments.
Today, during a press conference at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by legislative leadership and law enforcement officials from across the state to sign the “Combating Public Disorder Act” into law. The bill, HB 1, takes a robust approach to uphold the rule of law, stand with those serving in law enforcement and enforce Florida’s zero tolerance policy for violent and disorderly assemblies. The bill comes in the wake of ongoing violence, rioting and other forms of civil unrest throughout the United States over the last two years.
Governor Ron DeSantis said, “In Florida, we are taking an unapologetic stand for the rule of law and public safety. We are holding those who incite violence in our communities accountable, supporting our law enforcement officers who risk their lives every day to keep us safe and protecting Floridians from the chaos of mob violence. We’re also putting an end to the bullying and intimidation tactics of the
Governor Ron DeSantis signs anti-rioting legislation
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Legislative leaders and law enforcement officials from across the state applaud the passage of House Bill 1 to prevent mob violence, support peaceful protest and stand with our law enforcement.
Winter Haven, Fla. – Today, during a press conference at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by legislative leadership and law enforcement officials from across the state to sign the “Combating Public Disorder Act” into law. The bill, HB 1, takes a robust approach to uphold the rule of law, stand with those serving in law enforcement and enforce Florida’s zero tolerance policy for violent and disorderly assemblies. The bill comes in the wake of ongoing violence, rioting and other forms of civil unrest throughout the United States over the last two years.
Sunburn â The morning read of whatâs hot in Florida politics â 4.16.21
Florida politics and Sunburn â perfect together.
First in Sunburn â A new poll of the impending Special Election in Floridaâs 20th Congressional District shows a packed field with many voters still undecided. But Broward Commissioner
Dale Holness and state Sen.
Perry Thurston appear to hold an advantage among the rumored and declared candidates.
Dale Holness and Perry Thurston are holding an advantage to succeed the late Alcee Hastings.
The Public Policy Polling survey, obtained by Florida Politics, was commissioned by a Democratic consultant working in the race. The survey polled 416 likely Democratic primary voters, giving them three different possible fields to replace the late U.S. Rep.
Sunburn â The morning read of whatâs hot in Florida politics â 4.8.21
Good Thursday morning.
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Multiple sources close to @HalseyBeshears, fmr Sec y of @FloridaDBPR under @GovRonDeSantis , tell @Fla Pol that he is third Florida Republican embroiled in the @MattGaetz & Joel Greenberg scandal.
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As the vaccine rollout continues and state case numbers hover near pandemic-era lows, businesses are reporting improved confidence theyâll be able to keep their doors open.
Nearly seven in 10 Florida small businesses now believe theyâll be able to stay open for at least the next six months, according to Facebookâs latest â