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Legislature 2012

Saturday, June 30, 2012

New Florida Laws Go Into Effect July 1

Among the new legislation are laws regarding school prayer, concealed weapons, disabled parking permits and sanctions for recruiting players for high school sports.

A number of new Florida laws, passed by the Legislature during the 2012 session, will go into effect July 1. Here's a sampling: Inspirational Messages in Public Schools Senate Bill 98 allows local school boards to set guidelines for students desiring to offer "inspirational messages," which could include prayer, at any school event. It was passed in the Senate by a 31-8 vote and the House by an 88-27 vote. Hunting, Fishing on Private Land House Bill 313 limits the liability of landowners who contract with the state to allow their private land to be used by the public for hunting, fishing and other recreational purposes. HB 313 unanimously passed in both the state Senate and House. Renewing Concealed Carry Permits House Bill 5601 reduces …

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