Members of Congress join bipartisan slam of Gov. DeSantis' plan to turn state parks into golf courses
Members of Congress from both sides of the aisle are slamming a plan to build hotels and golf courses in Florida state parks.
U.S. Rep. Kathy Castor, a Tampa Democrat, issued a lengthy statement on Gov. Ron DeSantis’ plans to put more active uses in nine state parks.
“Florida natural spaces are unique and special, and I adamantly oppose Governor DeSantis’ radical plan to literally pave paradise and put up a pickleball court,” Castor said.
“He aims to sell out our most beloved parks to the highest bidder under the guise of outdoor recreation. Florida’s unique natural lands and habitats — our state’s identity and way of life — should not be bulldozed to cut developers a cheap deal. DeSantis’ p...
