Gov. DeSantis Signs Bill Addressing Public Beach Access in Walton County

DeSantis signs bill restoring public access to some Florida beaches

The new law immediately gives local governments the authority to establish customary use policies.

DeSantis signs bill into law that ensures public access to Florida beaches

(The Center Square) – With one signature by Gov. Ron DeSantis, visitors to Florida will no longer have to worry about potential trespassing charges for walking on the beach.

Controversial 2018 law that limited public beach access in Walton County is repealed

Fort Walton Beach (Photo from Visit Florida)Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a bill Tuesday that repeals a 2018 law that opponents argued limited public beach access in Walton County in northwest Florida. Appearing in Santa Rosa Beach with emerald gulf waters behind him, the governor said SB 1622 returns to local governments decision-making about recreational access to the dry sand areas of Florida beaches. “This bill is about restoring local control, c…

New law could impact public access on beaches

A new law could shift the balance between public access and private property rights on beaches.Governor DeSantis just signed a bill that could reshape who's welcome where, especially on the dry sand in front of private homes."By repealing the law, we return the authority back to local communities. Cities and counties can now adopt ordinances recognizing recreational customary use," said DeSantis.WATCH: New law could impact public access on beach…

DeSantis inks bill to reopen Panhandle beaches to public, but law echoes through Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed into law a bill that would allow more public access to beaches in Walton County now declared private.

Gov. DeSantis signs bill to protect Florida public beach access

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. -- Governor DeSantis visit the Panhandle on Tuesday for the signing of Senate Bill 1622.The bill protects public beach access in florida and