Florida Governor Ron DeSantis
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Feb- 2025 -6 FebruaryDisney Parks
New Findings Suggest Disney Overstated Its Economic Contribution to Florida
Disney’s Economic Claims Scrutinized The Walt Disney World Resort has long been considered a significant economic driver in Florida. Disney reported an annual economic impact of $40.3 billion on the state, a recently scrutinized figure. The International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) thoroughly examined the financial data for 2023, revealing significant discrepancies
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Dec- 2024 -14 DecemberDisney Parks
Initial Monorail Inspections Reveal Minor Cracks in Support Columns
FDOT Completes First Monorail Inspections In August 2023, the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) conducted its first inspection of the Walt Disney World monorail system following a change in oversight that transferred authority from Disney to the state agency. These inspections were initiated after the passage of a new law last January, which assigned the FDOT to inspect and oversee vario
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Oct- 2024 -1 OctoberDisney Parks
DeSantis’ New Laws: What They Mean for Future Disney World Trips
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has signed some new laws into effect today and tomorrow, which means your upcoming Walt Disney World Resort trip will be impacted. Here’s what you need to know. Disney World Updates: Overview of Recent Changes in Florida Law Recent legislative changes in Florida have ushered in a variety of laws that could alter the landscape for Disney guests planning trips to
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Sep- 2024 -8 SeptemberDisney Parks
Florida Sends A Signal For the LGBTQ Community to Stay Away With Its Latest Move
In late August, without explanation, Visit Florida, the state’s official tourism website, removed the LGBTQ travel section from its website. The move came as a shock to the LGBTQ community, which was already leery of traveling to the state after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and the state legislature enacted a series of anti-LGBT policies. Related: Florida Tries to Prevent LGBTQ Travelers Fr
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Aug- 2024 -28 AugustDisney Parks
DeSantis Loses Control as Disney Takes Back Florida
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just took a major political hit after a tough year that began with the conclusion of his battle with The Walt Disney Company. DeSantis first picked a fight with the Mouse in 2022 when he warned former Disney CEO Bob Chapek not to speak out against the Parental Rights in Education Act. Known as “Don’t Say Gay,” the controversial legislation severely restricted discussi
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12 AugustNews
No Smoking Weed at Disney World! DeSantis Takes Billionaires’ Advice and Bans the Drug
During his failed presidential run, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis lost the support of some of his best friends due to his feud with The Walt Disney Company. Among those who abandoned the governor was DeSantis megadonor Ken Griffin. Related: The DeSantis/Disney Feud is Back With Its Next Stage In 2022, Griffin gave Governor Desantis $5 million for his re-election campaign, but after the fight erupted w
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4 AugustDisney Parks
Ron DeSantis Bans Disney Cast Members’ Medical Treatments
An anti-transgender law signed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis put the health of 95,000 Floridians at risk–including hundreds of Walt Disney World Resort cast members. In May of 2023, DeSantis signed Senate Bill 254. The law prohibited gender-affirming care for anyone under 18 but also placed strict restrictions on adult transgender health care. Even though a federal judge struck down the law las
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Jul- 2024 -5 JulyDisney Parks
Governor DeSantis Legally Increases Size of Alcoholic Drinks at Disney World
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis just upped the size of certain alcoholic drinks at Walt Disney World Resort and throughout the Sunshine State. The legislation came in a wave of 185 laws that took effect in Florida on Monday. Alcoholic drinks are an essential part of vacationing for many adult Walt Disney World Resort guests. “Drinking Around the World Showcase” is practically a must-do at EPCOT. Mag
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5 JulyDisney Parks
Ron DeSantis Takes Control of Disney World Food Service
A law banning the production or sale of lab-grown meat in Florida took effect on Monday, two months after Governor Ron DeSantis signed the bill. Though not targeted at Walt Disney World Resort, the legislation impacts future food options for guests who don’t eat animals. Related: Disney World Quietly Sneaks Changes Into Dining Package The new legislation is one of nearly 200 laws that took e
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3 JulyNews
The Supreme Court Gives Disney and DeSantis Another Victory
It’s been quite two weeks for the United States Supreme Court. Last week, the court overturned the Chevron Doctrine, which defers to federal agencies when something isn’t expressly written into law, and ruled that the obstruction charges against the January 6th defendants were wrongfully determined. Related: The Supreme Court Sides with DeSantis in Punishing Disney World Cast Members H
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