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Young activists take on a government agency in a Florida climate lawsuit

The article from MSN discusses a lawsuit filed by young climate activists against the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT). These activists, ranging in age from 12 to 20, argue that the state's transportation policies contribute significantly to climate change, thereby infringing on their constitutional rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. The lawsuit, supported by the group Our Children's Trust, claims that FDOT's promotion of fossil fuel infrastructure exacerbates climate change impacts like rising sea levels and extreme weather, directly affecting the youth's future. The case, which has survived initial dismissal attempts, is set for a hearing in May, highlighting a growing trend of youth-led climate litigation across the U.S. This legal action underscores the tension between economic development and environmental sustainability, with the young plaintiffs seeking to enforce a constitutional obligation for the state to protect the environment for future generations.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/young-activists-take-on-a-government-agency-in-a-florida-climate-lawsuit/ar-AA1vQhCa ]