Governor Signs Bill Ending Florida’s State of Emergency

Governor Ron Desantis says Florida's 'state of emergency' is over.

Governor Ron Desantis says Florida’s ‘state of emergency’ is over. Yesterday, the Governor signed an executive order that invalidates all remaining local emergency covid orders. Desantis also signed a bill into law that bars businesses, schools and government entities across the state from asking people to provide proof of vaccination. He also ordered that the state capitol reopen on Friday after being closed since March of last year. The new law will take effect on July 1st and on the same day, Desantis will sign an executive order invalidating all remaining local emergency covid orders that are still in place. Businesses, schools and governments that attempt to require proof of vaccinations could be fined up to $5,000 per incident. The only exception is for licensed health care providers.