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A new bill threatens shark diving tours in South Florida, sparking a heated debate between conservationists and the tourism industry. The Florida Safe Seas Act, already passed by the House, bans shark baiting in federal waters to protect swimmers and anglers—but dive operators warn it could collapse their business. They argue their tours promote shark conservation and operate far offshore, unlike beach-based shark fishing, which they say poses greater risks. Conservationists back the bill, citing shark depredation that’s decimating breeding fish populations. The bill, modeled after Hawaii’s laws, now heads to the Senate—where the fate of this controversial industry hangs in the balance.

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