Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (right) said Monday that he wants the state, not local authorities, to control Disney’s special area as he continues to feud with the entertainment company over its opposition to the education law he signed. , known by critics as the Don’t Say Gay bill.
Last month, DeSantis signed a law that stripped Disney of its long-standing municipal autonomy in Orlando-based theme parks. The move came in direct response to Disney’s opposition to Don’t Say Gay.
Disney officials say the company needs its independence to build its own theme park and city, warning that the state of Florida will take on billions in debt if the situation changes.
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“I can tell you that this debt will not go to any of these local authorities. It will not go to the state government either. This will be completely decided by [Disney and other businesses] who are currently in the area, “DeSantis said during a speech at Seminole State College.
“Disney will not control its own government in Florida. Disney will have to comply with the same laws that any other company must comply with in the state of Florida, “added DeSantis.
“They will pay their fair share of taxes and will be responsible for paying the debts, so at the end of the day all we do is put them on an equal footing with all the other companies in Florida, make sure there are no special privileges “No special deals, but this debt will be met,” he said.
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