Governor DeSantis Signs Bills to Enhance Penalties for Dangerous Crimes and Sexual Offenses

Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis · April 1, 2026

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Governor DeSantis opening remarks and bill overview

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Governor DeSantis framed the bills as part of a long-standing 'law-and-order' agenda, described state actions to protect children, and introduced two bills for signing: "Missy's laws, House Bill 445," which would require remand to custody after conviction for certain offenses, and "House Bill 1159," which increases penalties for child sexual-abuse material including AI-generated material.

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Governor DeSantis held a bill-signing event at the Tampa Bay Regional Operational Center (FDLE) to sign measures that increase penalties and mandatory custody for certain child sexual offenses and to expand crimes related to AI-generated child abuse material.

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