Friends of the Everglades calls SB 2508 an anti-water bill. While amendments to the bill carved out some of the bill that would have had a negative impact on Lake Okeechobee, the organization believe threats remain in the language.
Governor DeSantis has until June 30 to sign, veto, or quietly allow the bill to pass without his signature.
Friends of the Everglades board member Dave Preston, policy director Gil Smart and Executive Director Eve Samples were joined by is joined by SCCF’s Matt Depaolis to discuss the bill and what local residents should do to stay informed.
Watch the video of the discussion HERE.