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Florida lawmakers urge extended public commentary on state park development proposal

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Senator Rick Scott | Senator Rick Scott Official Photo

Senator Rick Scott | Senator Rick Scott Official Photo

Today, Senator Rick Scott joined Senator Marco Rubio, Representative Brian Mast, and state and local officials in a letter to Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and Florida’s Acquisition and Restoration Council (ARC) board members. They urged the officials to hold more substantial public comment periods to allow Floridians and stakeholders to voice their opinions on a recent proposal that would permit the construction of golf courses and hotels in Florida state parks.

Senator Scott is advocating for extensive public comment periods, each attended by the ARC, for communities affected by this proposal to fully understand its potential impacts. The Senator acknowledged the Florida Department of Environmental Protection's announcement of additional public comment opportunities following his request and will continue his efforts to ensure that Floridians' voices are heard.

Read the full letter HERE or below.

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