"Cracking Down on Squatters: States Take Action to Combat Growing Issue"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a bill eliminating squatters' rights, granting law enforcement the power to remove offenders and increasing penalties for squatters. The move comes as property owners nationwide face challenges with strangers seizing their homes. Sheriff William Snyder believes the new law will make a significant difference in addressing the issue, and it is set to take effect on July 1. Landlords have previously complained about lax property rights as squatters caused damages, and the new law aims to provide more protection for legitimate homeowners.