FL Republicans pass bill empowering Ron DeSantis to oust local officials...

[Jessica_Rose ✅]

Florida Republicans pass bill empowering Ron DeSantis to oust local officials who support LGBTQ+ Pride

https://www.advocate.com/politics/states/florida-anti-pride-bill-passes 🔗

Christopher Wiggins (12 March 2026)

Florida lawmakers have approved a bill that could allow Gov. Ron DeSantis to remove local elected officials from office if they promote Pride events or other activities tied to diversity, equity, and inclusion. It's a significant escalation in the state's campaign against LGBTQ+ visibility.

The Florida House voted 77–37 on Tuesday to pass the legislation, known as HB 1001 / SB 1134, sending it to DeSantis's desk. Five Republicans joined Democrats in opposing the measure, including state Reps. Hillary Cassel, Will Robinson, Chip LaMarca, Jim Mooney, and Paula Stark.

Advocates warn the bill could intimidate cities and counties that recognize or support LGBTQ+ residents. Written in broad and ambiguous language, critics say it is among the most aggressive state laws targeting diversity programs and could chill local governments from supporting Pride events or LGBTQ+ services.

The legislation bars cities and counties from "promoting or adopting" programs that reference race, gender identity, or sexual orientation. It also prohibits local governments from funding contractors or organizations that conduct training or programming referencing those same identity categories.

[ChrissyRyan]

Dumb requirement.

[Athena]

I'm sorry but I'm glad I live in Canada. These rules and laws have me heartbroken for my American brothers and sisters

[ChrissyRyan]

Let us not waste time making these unfair laws.