Florida bill allows property owners to kill threatening black bears without legal consequences.

Florida sends a new bill to Governor Ron DeSantis that allows residents to kill threatening black bears on their property without legal consequences, similar to the state's "stand your ground" law. The bill aims to protect Floridians' right to defend themselves and their property against bears seeking food, but critics argue it may lead to unnecessary killings and a lack of preventive measures.

March 08, 2024
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