By Jasper Ward Feb 19 (Reuters) - Lawmakers in Florida approved legislation on Thursday renaming the Palm Beach International Airport after U.S. President Donald Trump. The 25-11 vote in Florida's Senate came days after the state's House of Representatives passed the measure 81-30.

The State Board of Immigration Enforcement, comprised of Gov. DeSantis, Attorney General Uthmeier, CFO Ingoglia, had not denied a funding request since it was created last year.

Thirty-five of Florida's 67 counties have issued burn bans, as of Feb. 17, with the latest addition being Osceola County. A burn ban typically prohibits the outside burning of yard trash and vegetation, as well as campfires, bonfires and burn barrels, but can vary by county.

The worst drought in 25 years will continue through at least April, said forecasters, as will warmer-than-average temperatures. Wet season may bring relief if La Niña fades.

The news comes as Citadel founder and CEO KEN GRIFFIN and developer STEPHEN ROSS have put $10 million into the “Ambition Accelerated” initiative pushing to bring more businesses to South Florida — what they’re calling the “Gold Coast.” They’ve been highlighting the area’s quality of life, low taxes and light-handed regulations.

Measles cases are on the rise in the U.S., with over 60 reported in Florida in 2026. What to know about symptoms, contagion, and who's most at risk.

To become law, voters would need to approve it by at least 60%.