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Florida House Bill 105 would allow individuals and businesses to sue local governments over enforcement actions they deem "arbitrary or unreasonable."

Critics argue the bill threatens the principle of home rule, which allows local governments to address their community's specific needs.

If a plaintiff wins a lawsuit under the bill, courts must award them up to $50,000, while local governments receive no reimbursement for legal fees if they win.

Opponents fear the legislation could lead to costly litigation for taxpayers and weaken local regulations on development and environmental protection.

Florida House Bill 105 , submitted by Rep. Robbie Brackett, R-Vero Beach, threatens to dismantle local government authority across our state.

While the bill claims to ensure

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