Joe Harding

The sponsor of a controversial Florida law faces up to 35 years in prison

Associated Press

Republican Joseph Harding pleaded guilty to charges including wire fraud and making false statements in connection with COVID-19 relief fraud.

Rep. Joe Harding, who sponsored the controversial law critics call “Don't Say Gay” has been indicted on charges of defrauding a federal coronavirus loan program for small businesses.

State News

The legislator who sponsored Florida's new sex education law resigns after fraud charges

Associated Press

Rep. Joe Harding, 35, illegally obtained or tried to obtain pandemic aid loans, according to federal prosecutors.

Rep Joe Harding speaks with a microphone in the Florida House chamber

State News

A Florida state representative has been indicted on federal fraud charges

The News Service of Florida

The Florida lawmaker who sponsored the so-called “Don’t Say Gay” law has been indicted on charges of defrauding a federal coronavirus loan program for small businesses.