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What to Know About the New Florida Law that Will Limit Land Ownership in that State by People From Certain Countries
On May 8, 2023, the Governor of Florida, Ron DeSantis, approved a new law called Florida Senate Bill SB 264 (FL 264) that will limit land ownership in Florida by foreign nationals from certain countries. The law will go into effect on July 1, 2023, unless there is a legal delay because lawsuits have already been filed. This law places strict rules on who can own land in Florida. People from certain countries like China, Venezuela, Syria, Russia, Iran, North Korea, and Cuba cannot own agricultural land in Florida or any land within 10 miles of a military base or important infrastructure. However, U.S. citizens and permanent residents are not…
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What You Need to Know About the New Law in Florida (FL 1718) that Affects Undocumented Immigrants
On May 9, 2023, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 1718 (FL 1718) into law. This law is an effort to make it harder for undocumented immigrants to live and work in Florida. Here’s a summary of the law, which will take effect on July 1, 2023: FL 1718 is a new law in Florida that will make it harder for undocumented individuals to live and work in the state. It has rules about transporting people, collecting information at hospitals, checking employment status, and getting licenses. While the full impact of this law is not yet known, it is expected to have a big effect on Florida’s economy.
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