Florida governor and Disney on collision course | Abroad

The special power allowed Disney, among other things, to collect taxes and guarantee essential public services, such as garbage collection and water treatment, in the district where Disney World is located.

The amendment follows Disney’s condemnation of the “Don’t say gay” law passed in Florida in March. This law prohibits primary schools from talking about sexual orientation or gender identity in class.

Disney initially kept quiet about the law, but after criticism, the company, which has more than 75,000 employees in Florida, spoke out anyway. CEO Bob Chapek pledged to support the LGBT community through a $5 million donation to the Human Rights Campaign and other organizations to protect the rights of LGBT people. He also said he would talk to DeSantis and Disney would stop all political donations in Florida. At the end of last month, Disney pledged to work to ensure that the law is repealed.

It is not yet known what the exact consequences of the withdrawal of Disney’s special status in Florida will be. Disney has not yet commented on DeSantis’ decision.

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