Special Session delayed, expanded to include congressional redistricting, AI protections, medical freedom

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has delayed and expanded a special legislative session to include congressional redistricting, AI protections, and medical freedom. The session will now run from April 28 to May 1, 2026.
Florida's special legislative session has been postponed and expanded to cover three key topics: congressional redistricting, consumer protections for artificial intelligence, and medical freedom. The session will now take place from April 28 to May 1, 2026. Governor Ron DeSantis announced the changes, citing the need to address a potential Supreme Court ruling on Louisiana v. Callais, which could impact minority-access districts. The AI protections bill aims to safeguard students and vulnerable adults from potential harms. The medical freedom bill would require informed consent for vaccines and protect doctors who prescribe certain treatments. The congressional redistricting is expected to be a key focus, with potential implications for the 2026 election cycle.
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