Republican Party of Florida joins ballot initiative lawsuit in federal court [View all]

A federal court has given the Republican Party of Florida the green light to intervene in the legal challenge to Florida’s recently enacted law (HB 1205) overhauling the processes used to collect signatures for ballot initiatives.

“We’re pleased the court has recognized our stake in defending Florida’s election integrity laws. This is an important first step in securing transparency, accountability, and the millions of Floridians,” Republican Party of Florida Chairman Evan Power said in a prepared release.

“We will continue fighting to protect the integrity of Florida’s ballot and ensure voters are informed and confident in the process.”

Florida Decides Healthcare and Smart & Safe Florida have challenged the new law — which was a top priority for Gov. Ron DeSantis — on ground that it violates their rights to free speech and due process.





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