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Florida Woman Sues Over Controversial Pregnant Parking Law

1/17/2026

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Olivia Keller of Florida is suing the state over a law allowing pregnant women to obtain a temporary disabled parking permit for $15.
Some argue the policy reduces parking spaces for people with disabilities.
Fiona McFarland (R-Fla.) proposed the law and said pregnancy is not a disability but would ease parking for pregnant women.
Keller argues pregnancy does not qualify as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

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Story summary

Olivia Keller of Florida is suing the state over a law allowing pregnant women to obtain a temporary disabled parking permit for $15.
Some argue the policy reduces parking spaces for people with disabilities.
Fiona McFarland (R-Fla.) proposed the law and said pregnancy is not a disability but would ease parking for pregnant women.
Keller argues pregnancy does not qualify as a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act.