DeSantis Signs Bill to Rein In Homeless Encampments

‘It’s important that we maintain the quality of life for residents,’ the governor said.

Gov. Ron DeSantis signs HB 1365 restricting homeless encampments across the state in Miami Beach, Fla. on March 20, 2024 (T.J. Muscaro/The Epoch Times).

MIAMI BEACH, Fla.—Gov. Ron DeSantis chose the Greek restaurant Santorini by Georgios on March 20 to celebrate the signing of HB 1356, which would effectively take homeless people off of the streets of Florida.

In traditional Greek fashion, restaurant owner Georgios Vogiatzis and the governor marked the occasion by smashing plates on the floor.