Local lawmakers are reacting to the new Boater Freedom Act, which was signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis on Monday.

The Boater Freedom Act (Senate Bill 1388), signed into law by Governor Ron DeSantis introduces changes to Florida's boating ...

Starting in July, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission will no longer be allowed to randomly board your boat ...

State prosecutors confirmed to the Associated Press on Tuesday that a state investigation has been launched into the Hope ...

DeSantis signed legislation that will prevent law enforcement from conducting random vessel safety inspections without ...

Senate Bill 1388, also known as the Boater Freedom Act, was signed by DeSantis on Monday.

The Sunshine State has once again proven its magnetic appeal, announcing a monumental year for tourism in 2024, setting an ...

Supporters say the new law will help decongest Florida’s waterways. Opponents argue it’ll create an inconsistent patchwork of ...

The law directs the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission to create a five-year vessel safety inspection decal ...

DeSantis' Florida Boater Freedom Initiative bans FWC vessel safety inspections that uncover BUI, boat safety and fishing ...

During a press briefing on May 19, 2025, Governor Ron DeSantis scolds law enforcement for stopping boaters to conduct surprise boat inspections and signs the Boater Freedom Act, which aims to prevent ...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed 13 new bills into law as the latest state Legislative session approaches its end.