Florida Senate Proposes Money For Everglades, Sea Level Rise

Miami FL

25 March, 2021

1:52 PM

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CBS Miami March 25, 2021 Governor Ron DeSantis would get more than he requested for Everglades restoration and water projects in the coming year under an initial Senate budget proposal that also would set up a grant program to address sea-level rise. In addition, the Senate is proposing an increase in money for the state's springs, a reduction to the Florida Forever conservation program, and an effort to help the citrus industry market orange juice. The Senate Agriculture, Environment, and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee on Wednesday rolled out a $6.1 billion spending plan that includes $786 million for Everglades restoration and water projects, which would be $161 million more than DeSantis requested. Read more at CBS Miami