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Florida Safe Seas Act

Coverage of Florida Safe Seas Act in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Jun 11 · 02:44 UTCMost recent: Jun 11 · 02:44 UTC
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  • POLITICSJun 11 · 02:44 UTCWPLG LOCAL 10 MIAMI
    Florida shark diving industry faces uncertainty as Safe Seas Act advances

    The Florida Safe Seas Act, a proposed legislation, aims to ban shark feeding in U.S. waters except for fishing, raising concerns about the future of Florida's $300 million annual shark diving industry. Supporters argue it enhances beach safety, while critics claim it lacks scientific backing and favors the fishing industry. Commercial shark dive charters operate offshore, but the bill permits shark fishing from shore, sparking debates over its effectiveness and fairness.

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