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Gov. DeSantis vetoes e-bike speeding bill, signs bills to rename South Florida roads after Trump and Kirk, among others
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· June 26, 2026
· 3 min read
Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed three bills late Thursday, his first rejection of legislation passed this year, and signed 15 others.The three quashed bills would have imposed new rules for riding electric bicycles (SB 382), allowed high school students to assist poll workers and get community service cred
Key takeaway Ron DeSantis vetoed three bills late Thursday, his first rejection of legislation passed this year, and signed 15 others.
Why this matters in The Miami
The veto of the e-bike speeding bill has implications for Miami 's urban planning, particularly in densely populated neighborhoods like Wynwood and Brickell, where e-bikes are a common mode of transportation. Gov. DeSantis' concern about surveillance and enforcement may resonate with residents who value their privacy, but it also means that the city will have to find alternative ways to address safety concerns related to e-bike usage. As Miami continues to grapple with the challenges of sea-level rise and flooding, the use of e-bikes as a sustainable transportation option is likely to grow, making the need for clear regulations and safety guidelines even more pressing. The city's transportation planners will need to balance the need for safety with the need to protect individual freedoms, a delicate task that will require careful consideration of the city's unique cultural and environmental context.
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Category: arts ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
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What is this story about? Gov. Ron DeSantis vetoed three bills late Thursday, his first rejection of legislation passed this year, and signed 15 others.The three quashed bills would have imposed new rules for riding electric bicycles (SB 382), allowed high school students to assist poll workers and get community service cred
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