"Florida Governor DeSantis Blocks Heat Protections for Workers, Despite Opposition"

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a law preventing cities and counties from implementing heat protections for outdoor workers, despite the state's extreme heat conditions. This move has sparked outrage among workers and activists, who have long advocated for regulations ensuring paid rest breaks, water, and access to shade. The new law, which comes at a time of increasing heat risks due to climate change, has drawn criticism for prioritizing predictability over worker safety and blocking local efforts to protect workers from heat-related illnesses and fatalities.