TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) – More than 100 new laws signed by Governor Ron DeSantis go into effect on July 1.

Among the notable changes are a statewide ban on fluoridation and strict penalties that could send speeders to jail on the first attempt.

Florida is the second state in the country to ban fluoride in tap water, following Utah.

“Forcing fluoride into your water is actually not good. There are risks associated with that for pregnant women, for young people, for kids. Yes, use fluoride for your teeth, that’s fine, but forcing it into the water supply is basically forced medication on people,” DeSantis said.

Florida Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo began the push for legislation last year. According to him, recent research suggests there are health risks associated with fluoridation.

Fluoridation is a long-standing practice aimed at preventing tooth decay. Some health experts disagree with ending the process; they believe it’s especially important in Florida, where basic dental care isn’t readily available in many communities.

“The return on investment is substantial too because for every $1 we are investing in water fluoridation, communities can easily save $38 in dental treatment costs. That type of preventative approach is fiscally responsible,” Dr. Aura Cisneros with Suncoast Community Health Center said.

On the roads, new legislation takes aim at excessive speeding.

“One of the things we can control is how many people get killed on the roadways. So, if it’s a deterrent, if it saves any one of our pages live, God forbid one day, it’s worth it,” State Senator Jason Pizzo said.

For those who choose to speed recklessly, the new law signed by Gov. Ron DeSantis targets drivers going 50 miles over the speed limit or driving 100 miles per hour or more.

A first-time offense lands you up to 30 days in jail and up to a $500 fine. For repeated offenses, up to 90 days in jail and up to a $1,000 fine.

“It’s constitutionally overbroad. It is incredibly invasive. It’s going to clog our court systems in a way that none of us can imagine,” said State Rep. Mike Gottlieb. “The bill makes sense, speeding kills, we want to punish people more severely for speeding. It’s not well thought out, and its enforcement and inaction, I would urge you, we need to reconsider this, tee it up next session. It’s not a good bill. It’s not in a great posture.”

A full list of the new laws taking effect July 1 can be found at this link: Bill List – The Florida Senate