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(Washington, DC) -- Rick Scott is backing an effort to block dangerous products from entering the country. Senator Scott introduced the Destruction of Hazardous Imports Act yesterday. He says it'll crack down on the reimportation of products previously rejected by the FDA as harmful. Scott adds it'll close the loophole that allows importers, like China, to attempt the re-entry of dangerous goods. Specifically, Scott wants to stop contaminated foods, illegal vapes and unsafe medical products. He says it'll keep our supply chain and families safe.

(Tallahassee, FL) -- Over half-a-billion dollars in repairs are needed in our state parks. That's according to a report released yesterday by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. It finds the state's 175 parks need about 760-million dollars in repairs. Most of the money is needed to fix visitor centers, restrooms and other facilities. Martin County Republican State Senator Gayle Harrell pushed for the law that mandated the report. She tells the Tampa Bay Times it's a first step in making sure our parks remain the best in the country.

Pensacola, FL (Newsradio 92.3) -- The Florida Highway Patrol stepped up patrols on Interstate 110 over Thanksgiving weekend to catch drunk and reckless drivers. Troopers made eight DUI arrests, five criminal arrests, and three super-speeder arrests. They also issued ten traffic citations for other violations. The enforcement detail targeted drivers speeding and driving aggressively during one of the year's busiest travel periods. FHP says the goal is to keep roads safe for families traveling during the holidays.

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