SUMMARY: Controversial gun bills, including repealing Florida’s “red flag” laws, may face challenges in the upcoming legislative session. Senate President Ben Albritton opposes such bills, citing safety concerns and law enforcement opposition. Florida’s risk protection orders, which allow families and police to petition for weapon confiscation, were introduced after the 2018 Parkland shooting. Rep. Dr. Joel Rudman advocates for repealing these laws and supporting open carry, arguing they infringe on Second Amendment rights. However, Albritton, along with law enforcement, believes these laws are vital for public safety. Governor DeSantis has shown little interest in pushing for repeal, with significant legislative opposition.

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SUMMARY: NASA has extended the mission of astronauts Butch Wilmore and Suni Williams, who will remain in orbit aboard Boeing’s Starliner capsule until spring, nearly ten months after their June 5 launch. Originally slated for an eight-day mission, their return has been delayed due to issues with Starliner, prompting NASA to send it back empty in September. The pair’s homecoming is now pushed to late March or April, contingent on the launch of a replacement crew, which has been postponed for over a month. NASA chose to wait for a new SpaceX capsule rather than using an older model for crew transport.

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SUMMARY: The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) will soon mandate that hotels, vacation rental platforms, and event promoters disclose all fees upfront in their pricing. This decision, motivated by consumer complaints about unexpected “junk fees,” aims to promote transparency and ensure consumers know the total costs before booking. The rule takes effect in 120 days and was approved by four of the five commissioners. It requires businesses to clearly disclose all mandatory fees in their advertised prices, potentially saving consumers 53 million hours annually. This initiative follows the FTC’s exploration of fee transparency, spurred by over 12,000 public comments.

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