Florida Eliminates Climate Change Provisions From State Law

The bill boosts protections against appliance bans instituted by regional homeowners associations.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis speaks to supporters at the Sheraton Hotel in West Des Moines, Iowa, on Jan. 15, 2024. Madalina Vasiliu/The Epoch Times

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill that removes “climate change” as a key focus in state laws, promotes the use of natural gas, and curtails offshore wind power projects.

Mr. DeSantis signed HB 1645, “Energy Resources,” on May 16.