MIAMI, Florida – In a decisive move to bolster state security, Governor Ron DeSantis held a press conference yesterday at the Brigade 2506 Museum & Library (Bay of Pigs Museum) in Miami. The Governor officially signed HB 905, also known as the Foreign Interference Restriction and Enforcement (FIRE) Act.
Key Provisions of the FIRE Act
The legislation is designed to curtail the influence of "countries of concern"—including China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, and Syria—within the state of Florida.
Ban on Foreign Surrogacy Contracts: In one of the bill's most discussed measures, the law voids and prohibits surrogacy agreements if any party involved is a citizen or resident of a country of concern. The Governor described this as a necessary step to end "birth tourism," which he characterized as a "shady" practice posing significant security risks.
State Terrorist List: HB 905 authorizes Florida to establish its own registry of domestic and international terrorist organizations. The law strictly prohibits state funding to, or the acceptance of funds from, any entity on this list.
Stricter Ethics and Gift Rules: Florida public officials and employees are now barred from accepting gifts from entities representing hostile foreign nations. Violators will face penalties including restitution of double the gift's value.
A Message for "Libre Cuba": By choosing the Bay of Pigs Museum as the signing location, DeSantis reaffirmed Florida's support for a free Cuba, stating, "The time has come for the Cuban communist regime to be a thing of the past."
Key Quote
"China is sending people here to have babies to get citizenship—that is a real security issue. Florida will not allow adversaries to infiltrate our political system, our economy, or our educational institutions. Our officials must serve the people of Florida, not foreign enemies." — Governor Ron DeSantis.
Education Bills in Fort Myers
Prior to his arrival in Miami yesterday, the Governor also made a stop at Fort Myers High School. There, he signed a series of education-focused bills aimed at maintaining Florida's status as the "Education State," including new measures to support teacher salaries.
Effective Date: The FIRE Act (HB 905) is scheduled to officially take effect on July 1, 2026.
For the full video replay of the Miami press conference, please visit the official Florida Governor’s website or local news streaming platforms.
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