A new law altering the ballot amendment process has sparked debate in Fort Myers

Protesters rallied outside the courthouse in downtown Fort Myers this week to oppose a new Florida law, which will make it harder to get constitutional amendments on the ballot.

The law, previously known as House Bill 1205 , will require groups seeking to change the State constitution to post a $1 million bond before collecting signatures.

It also requires paid petition collectors to be legal Florida residents who can pass background checks, and shortens the timeframe for gathering signatures…

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