OAN’s James Myers
11:02am – Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Disney and the state of Florida have reached a settlement agreement in an ongoing lawsuit over who manages the Walt Disney World Management District, the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District Commission announced Wednesday.
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Board members approved the settlement agreement, ending nearly two years of litigation stemming from Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R-Fla.) “Don’t Say I’m Gay” law.
The feud comes after Disney and the governor have been at odds since Disney publicly opposed the law and DeSantis stripped Disney of the special status it had held for decades regarding the Reedy Creek Improvement District. This is what happened.
The former Republican presidential candidate signed a bill in February 2023 that would end Disney’s autonomy and place the district under state control. The governor’s office could then appoint a five-member board to govern the district.
Meanwhile, the agreement reached by both sides says that development plans approved by the previous board before DeSantis took office are “null and void.” Disney also agreed to dismiss another state lawsuit involving public records.
The federal lawsuit filed by Disney against the district is currently “on appeal” in 11 federal courts, the board said.th Circuit Court of Appeals.
Additionally, Walt Disney World Resort President Jeff Vahr said the company is pleased to have reached a settlement.
“This agreement opens a new chapter of constructive engagement with the district’s new leadership and supports the continued investment and creation of thousands of direct and indirect jobs and economic opportunities in the state. “It is in the interests of all parties to make this possible.” .
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