ORLANDO, Fla. — The bill to replace Disney World’s Reedy Creek Improvement District is awaiting a signature from Gov. Ron DeSantis.
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State lawmakers voted to approve the bill Friday, shifting control of the district away from Disney.
The bill will allow the governor to appoint members to the board of supervisors.
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Supporters claim taxpayers largely won’t be affected by the change.
Channel 9 is monitoring the bill and will provide updates on Eyewitness News.
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