Florida GOP lawmakers pass bill to shield DeSantis' travel records

Florida’s GOP-led state Legislature on Tuesday passed a bill to shield Gov. Ron DeSantis' travel records from public disclosure ahead of his expected 2024 presidential bid.

The bill passed in the state House along party lines in an 84-31 vote, following its approval in the state Senate last month. It shields public disclosure of DeSantis’ travel records "before, on, or after" the measure's effective date.

The bill notes Republican lawmakers’ argument that the shielding of DeSantis’ travel records would ensure the safety of the Florida governor as well as law enforcement agents and personnel providing security.