He said, “I support the governor’s position that Florida is unique and its coasts are heavily reliant on tourism as an economic driver. As a result of discussion with Gov. Scott’s [sic] and his leadership, I am removing Florida from consideration for any new oil and gas platforms.”
In December, Sen. Bill Nelson of Florida slammed the plan to open oil drilling off the Atlantic Coast. He said it was a huge threat to the state and vowed to do everything to stop it.
The governors of California, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia, Oregon, and Washington also rejected the federal government’s plan to expand offshore drilling.
