Florida bill would prohibit flying flags tied to sexuality, gender orientation at certain locations

LAKE WORTH BEACH, Fla. — A new bill filed in Florida would require local governments and schools to remain neutral when it comes to displaying flags.

The proposed legislation, HB 901, was filed by state Rep. David Borrero, R-Sweetwater, and would prohibit flying flags tied to political topics including sexuality, gender orientation or race.

Compass LGBTQ Center CEO Julie Seaver is among those opposed to the legislation.

"I currently do not support HB 901," Seaver said.