DeSantis Closes Disney Tech Law Loophole Ahead of Court Hearing

Walt Disney Co. would have to comply with a Florida law governing social media platforms—if it’s upheld by a federal appeals court—under legislation signed Friday.

A loophole for companies that own theme parks in Florida was written into the 2021 law, and “it was a mistake for it to be done,” Gov. Ron DeSantis (R) said before signing a bill (S.B. 6C) to erase the exemption. The governor asked lawmakers this week to strip Disney of its privileges in the state, including a special status Disney has had for decades that gives it access to tax-exempt financing. ...