

In its federal lawsuit, Disney alleges that the measure “threatens Disney’s business operations, jeopardizes its economic future in the region, and violates its constitutional rights.” Opponents dubbed the legislation the “Don’t Say Gay” bill.īob Chapek, CEO of Disney at the time, spoke against the Parental Rights in Education bill prompted by protests from workers. The legislation passed in 2022 placed limits on discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms. It was part of an agreement between Disney and the state to develop 38.5 square miles of largely uninhabited pasture and swamp land into one of the world’s largest tourist attractions.ĭisney claimed that the law was passed in retaliation for company leaders speaking out against the Parental Rights in Education bill. The district was created in 1967 and given the same governing power as a county government. In February, DeSantis signed legislation that effectively strips Disney of its control of the Reedy Creek Improvement District. Ron DeSantis after the state ended the company’s special government status. Disney has filed a federal lawsuit against Florida Gov.
