Gov. DeSantis signs Boater Freedom Act
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Local lawmakers are reacting to the new Boater Freedom Act, which was signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis on Monday.
DeSantis' Florida Boater Freedom Initiative bans FWC vessel safety inspections that uncover BUI, boat safety and fishing regulations violations.
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FOX 35 Orlando on MSNFlorida's Boater Freedom Act takes effect this July: Here's what it meansRon DeSantis signed the Boater Freedom Act on Monday, which will change how law enforcement pulls over boaters on the water.Starting July 1, officers will no longer be allowed to conduct random "safety compliance" stops unless they have probable cause.
Starting in July, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will no longer be allowed to randomly board your boat while out on the water. A law limiting vessel