Florida voters would be required to show proof of U. S. citizenship when registering under a new measure passed by Republicans in the state House and Senate on Thursday that now awaits Governor Ron DeSantis' signature.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. TALLAHASSEE, Florida -- The Republican-controlled Florida Legislature muscled through a sweeping elections bill Thursday designed to enact tough new proof of citizenship requirements modeled after the federal SAVE America Act championed by President Donald Trump.

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Florida is looking at creating a definition for "domestic terrorist organization," but critics of the move say its vague language may limit lawful speech by advocacy organizations and student groups.