Governor Ron DeSantis has signed the Florida Farm Bill, described by Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson as “the most comprehensive agriculture and consumer protection” measure in the state’s history. Among its provisions, the legislation bans fluoride from municipal water supplies, a move Simpson argues safeguards families from “forced medication” and protects the rights of farmers amid growing regulations.
The bill, which addresses a range of conservative priorities, also includes protections against discriminatory lending practices for farmers, updates to the concealed weapon licensing process, and stipulations against labeling plant-based products as “milk” or “meat.” The sweeping legislation has garnered support from numerous agricultural leaders and aligns with Florida’s commitment to enhancing food security and consumer rights, underscoring the state’s conservative leadership in agricultural policy.
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