{"id":2098231,"date":"2023-11-14T10:18:02","date_gmt":"2023-11-14T15:18:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-signs-bills-expanding-florida-sanctions-against-iran-and-increasing-security-at-jewish-schools\/"},"modified":"2023-11-14T10:22:09","modified_gmt":"2023-11-14T15:22:09","slug":"desantis-signs-bills-expanding-florida-sanctions-against-iran-and-increasing-security-at-jewish-schools","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-signs-bills-expanding-florida-sanctions-against-iran-and-increasing-security-at-jewish-schools\/","title":{"rendered":"DeSantis signs bills expanding Florida sanctions against Iran and increasing security at Jewish schools"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"float:left\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">28<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fdesantis-signs-bills-expanding-florida-sanctions-against-iran-and-increasing-security-at-jewish-schools%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2098231&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Florida Governor Signs Bills in Response to Israel-Hamas Conflict<\/h2>\n<p>Governor Ron DeSantis of Florida has \u200ctaken \u2063action in response to the recent war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. During a special session, he signed\u200c four bills \u2063passed by the \u200bFlorida legislature, \u200bincluding \u2064two\u200d specifically addressing the conflict.<\/p>\n<h3>Enhancing Security for Jewish Day \u2064Schools<\/h3>\n<p>One of the bills, House Bill \u200b7C, aims\u2062 to increase security measures at Jewish day schools \u2064and preschools. It \u2062allocates $10 million for hiring \u200dand training\u200d security personnel, as well as providing threat\u200b awareness and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/desantis-signs-bills-expanding-florida-sanctions-against-iran-and-increasing-security-at-jewish-schools\/\" title=\"DeSantis signs bills expanding Florida sanctions against Iran and increasing security at Jewish schools\">emergency procedure training<\/a> for \u200bstaff. An additional $15 million will be used\u200b to enhance security infrastructure, \u2062such as lighting, door hardening materials, security cameras, fencing, and blast-resistant glass for windows. The\u2064 legislation also \u200bestablishes a $20 million grant program to support nonprofit organizations at an increased risk \u200cof attacks or hate crimes.<\/p>\n<h3>Expanding Sanctions Against \u2064Iran<\/h3>\n<p>The\u200c second bill, House Bill\u2063 5C, expands existing sanctions on Iran at the state level. It <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/democrat-kansas-gov-kelly-signs-bill-to-allow-local-police-to-cooperate-with-feds-on-immigration-enforcement\/\" title=\"Democrat Kansas Gov. Kelly Signs Bill to Allow Local Police to Cooperate with Feds on Immigration Enforcement\">prohibits local governments<\/a> from engaging \u2063in \u2062any form of \u2064collaboration with the Middle Eastern country. This \u200dmeasure passed with overwhelming support in both the state House and Senate, reflecting the recognition of Iran&#8217;s support for Hamas,\u200d the \u2064terrorist \u2062group responsible for the conflict in Gaza.<\/p>\n<p>These bills\u2063 were signed\u2062 into law as a\u200b response to the rise in antisemitism during the Israel-Hamas war. Governor DeSantis has been a strong advocate for these measures and played\u2062 a leading role in their implementation.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to these bills, Governor DeSantis\u2062 also\u2063 signed legislation to provide more school vouchers for students with disabilities,\u2064 remove the student \u2064limit for these vouchers,\u200d offer relief for those affected by Hurricane Idalia, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/cruz-hits-biden-for-prioritizing-woke-initiatives-over-hurricane-hunting-aircraft\/\" title=\"Cruz criticizes Biden for favoring 'woke initiatives' over hurricane-tracking planes.\">allocate additional funding<\/a> for the My Safe Florida Home program.<\/p>\n<p>This \u2063decisive action by Governor DeSantis demonstrates Florida&#8217;s commitment to ensuring the safety \u2062of its citizens and supporting those affected by global conflicts.<\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> How does House \u200bBill 741 aim to combat \u2062anti-Semitism in\u2064 Florida&#8217;s public schools and universities?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Rael and Hamas\u2063 by signing two bills into law that \u2063aim to support\u2062 the state of Israel and\u2064 combat anti-Semitism. The bills, passed unanimously by the Florida legislature, demonstrate the state&#8217;s unwavering commitment to its longstanding ally, Israel, and its determination to\u2064 confront any \u2063form of hatred \u200cor discrimination.<\/p>\n<p>The \u200dfirst bill signed into law, House Bill 741, aims to combat anti-Semitism in public schools and universities across \u2064Florida. It defines anti-Semitism in line \u2063with the International \u2064Holocaust\u2064 Remembrance Alliance&#8217;s \u200b(IHRA) \u200bworking definition,\u2062 which includes various\u200b forms of discrimination against Jews, as well as the delegitimization and \u200bdemonization of \u2064the state \u2062of Israel. By adopting this definition, Florida takes a significant step in recognizing and addressing the growing threat of anti-Semitism, particularly in educational institutions.<\/p>\n<p>Governor DeSantis emphasized \u200dthe importance of this bill in a\u200c press \u200dconference, stating that &#8220;we \u2064have seen\u200b a troubling rise in \u2062anti-Semitism, both in the United \u200bStates and abroad.&#8221; He recognized the necessity\u200b of fostering\u200c an environment \u2062that is inclusive and respectful of all religions and cultures. By equipping\u2063 educators and administrators with\u200d the tools needed to identify and combat anti-Semitism, Florida is taking proactive measures to protect its students and promote tolerance.<\/p>\n<p>The second bill signed into\u200d law,\u2063 Senate Bill 672, prohibits the state of \u200bFlorida from investing in\u2063 and doing\u200d business with companies that boycott Israel. This legislation sends a clear message \u2063that the state firmly stands against any attempts to isolate or delegitimize Israel. The \u200bbill aims to counter \u200bthe Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement, which seeks\u2062 to pressure Israel through economic means.\u2064 Critics argue that the movement unfairly\u200d targets \u200dIsrael and undermines any potential for dialogue and peace.<\/p>\n<p>Governor DeSantis echoed\u2063 this sentiment during the \u200dsigning ceremony, asserting that &#8220;we are\u2064 not \u2062going to be supportive of those \u200bwho seek to target Israel.&#8221; He emphasized \u200bthe importance of trade and\u200c economic\u2064 cooperation with Israel, highlighting the state&#8217;s desire to strengthen its already robust relationship with the country. By\u200d passing this bill, Florida joins a growing number of states\u200d that have taken a clear \u200bstance against the BDS movement, further solidifying its commitment to Israel&#8217;s\u2062 security and prosperity.<\/p>\n<p>The signing \u2063of these bills demonstrates Florida&#8217;s dedication to \u2063promoting a safe and inclusive environment, \u200bwhile\u2062 standing firmly \u200bwith Israel against any \u200dform of\u2064 discrimination or\u2062 isolation.\u200c The\u2062 state acknowledges the importance\u200b of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/marjory-stoneman-douglas-high-school-building-set-for-demolition-five-years-after-parkland-shooting\/\" title=\"Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School building to be demolished, five years after Parkland shooting.\">educating future generations<\/a> about\u2063 the history of anti-Semitism and the consequences of hatred, as well as the need\u200c for economic cooperation with strategic allies. These laws\u2062 send a strong message not\u200c only\u2064 to Floridians but also to the \u200crest of the country and the international community, highlighting the state&#8217;s unwavering support\u2063 for Israel and \u2063its commitment \u2062to combating anti-Semitism.<\/p>\n<p>As \u2062conflict and\u200c unrest continue in the Middle East, Florida&#8217;s actions serve as\u200b a reminder of the importance of solidarity and friendship between nations. Through these\u200c bills, the \u200cstate of Florida reaffirms\u2062 its commitment to \u200bcombatting hate and discrimination in all its forms, and its dedication to supporting Israel in the face of\u2064 ongoing challenges. Governor DeSantis and \u200bthe Florida legislature should be commended for \u200ctheir proactive response to the Israel-Hamas conflict, offering a model for other states to follow in supporting Israel and fighting anti-Semitism.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Gov. Ron DeSantis (R-FL) signed four bills passed by the Florida legislature during a special session, including two in response to the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. Among the bills DeSantis signed on Monday night were House bills 7C and 5C, which increase security at Jewish day schools and expand sanctions against Iran<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2098232,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2098231","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2098231","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2098231"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2098231\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2098232"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2098231"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2098231"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2098231"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}