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Bill Expanding Florida's Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel Moves to Senate Vote

Bill Expanding Florida's Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel Moves to Senate Vote
Michael Costeines
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April 4, 2025
The Senate Committee on Appropriations recently advanced a bill 18-0 to the chamber floor that would expand Florida's anti-Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) law to include academic institutions and non-profit organizations participating in boycotts against Israel. Sen. Tom Leek (R-Ormond Beach) filed the Senate bill (SB 1678). Rep. Hillary Cassel (R-Dania Beach) filed a House […]
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Leek, Cassel Push Strengthening Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel

Leek, Cassel Push Strengthening Anti-BDS Law in Support of Israel
Michael Costeines
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March 5, 2025
Sen. Tom Leek (R-Ormond Beach) and Rep. Hillary Cassel (R-Dania Beach) recently filed bills to show Florida's support for the Jewish State by expanding the state's existing anti-Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) law. Tom Leek and Hillary Cassel, under SB 1678/HB 1519, would enhance the state's policy against opponents who participate in boycotts against Israel. […]
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