Commentary: Millions of acres of Florida wetlands could lose federal protection

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Commentary: Millions of acres of Florida wetlands could lose federal protection

Between the picturesque beaches and clear blue coastlines lies a different type of Florida — a Florida full of muddy swamps, unruly grasses, countless birds and alligators lurking nearby. Much of the state is made up of wetlands, an essential ecosystem that provides vital wildlife habitat, flood protection and economic benefits. But in 2023, Florida’s wetlands lost a layer of protection. The Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett v. EPA decision dr…