Ban on local government ‘net-zero’ policies clears Florida Legislature on final vote
The measure would ban local governments from expending funds to support, implement or advance net-zero policies.
The measure would ban local governments from expending funds to support, implement or advance net-zero policies.
But time is running out, with the legislative session slated to end March 13.
Local leaders and Floridians who want a say in how their communities grow must speak up now
Senate Bill 840 would restore limited but essential planning authority to local governments after future storms.
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SB 180 crushes the ability of local leaders to make their communities more storm-resistant.
Local governments and 1000 Friends of Florida have sued over SB 180, which restricts new land development policies.
Senate Bill 180 was originally intended to help people rebuild after hurricanes, but goes way beyond that.
SB 180 slaps a three-year suspension on planning for growth in every county and city in Florida.
SB 180 blocks regulations 'more restrictive or burdensome' than existing laws for two years after a storm.
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