"Florida Governor DeSantis Blocks Heat Protections for Outdoor Workers"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis quietly signed a bill prohibiting local governments from mandating heat protection for outdoor workers, sparking controversy. The bill aims to prevent local authorities from imposing heat exposure requirements beyond those mandated by law, drawing opposition from citizens who argue that local governments should have the power to set their own standards based on local weather conditions. This move comes amid concerns about heat-related illnesses and deaths in industries such as construction and agriculture, and follows 2023 being the hottest year on record.