There were 268 press releases posted in the last 24 hours and 454,512 in the last 365 days.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/HB 133 – Fees in Lieu of Security Deposits CS/HB 179 – Florida Kratom Consumer Protection Act CS/CS/CS/HB 391 – Home Health Aides for Medically Fragile Children CS/CS/HB 783 …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the award of a $25 million bridge loan to Lee County through the Local Government Emergency Bridge Loan Program. The program, created in a Special Legislative Session earlier this year, is …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Charbel Barakat to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District. Charbel Barakat Barakat, of Tampa, is the Regional General Counsel for D.R. Horton, Inc. He currently serves …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor DeSantis signed three bills that strengthen Florida’s property insurance market, expand the state’s home hardening and hazard mitigation programs, and further protect consumers against bad actors. These actions build on …
Governor DeSantis also announced his intent to appoint J. Alex Kelly to lead the newly created Florida Department of Commerce TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 5, creating a singular Department of Commerce in Florida to …
Awards include more than $9.6 million to Suwannee County for infrastructure expansion which will create more than 260 jobs TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $15 million in awards to five rural communities through the …
EXPLORATION PARK, Fla. — Today, Governor DeSantis announced that Florida’s Patrick Space Force Base has been selected as the home for the U.S. Space Force Space Training and Readiness Command (STARCOM) headquarters. Today’s announcement further solidifies …
Legislation supports Governor DeSantis’ bold vision for Florida’s environment laid out in Executive Order 23-06 TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill (HB) 1379 to bolster his landmark common sense conservation agenda. HB …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill (SB) 478 to convert the Early Childhood Music Education Incentive Pilot Program into a permanent program available to school districts across the state. The Early Childhood Music Education …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted over 400 veterans and their families at the Governor’s Mansion to honor the Memorial Day holiday. Florida is home to nearly 1.5 million veterans, the third largest veteran …
MONROE COUNTY, Fla. – In recognition of Water Safety Month in Florida, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez joined Florida Department of Health (DOH) Deputy Secretary Dr. Kenneth Scheppke, Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/CS/HB 139 – Benefits, Training, and Employment for Veterans and Their Spouses CS/HB 485 – Veterans’ Services and Recognition CS/HB 621 – Death Benefits for Active Duty …
To Date, More Than $226 Million Awarded for 88 Projects Across 53 Florida Counties, Connecting More Than 250,000 Homes and Businesses TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced $60 million in awards through the Broadband Opportunity Program …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed eight bills to support Florida’s military members and their families. Florida is the most military-friendly state in the nation and is home to nearly 1.5 million veterans, the third largest veteran …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/SB 50 – Public Records SB 218 – Genetic Counselors Using Telehealth CS/SB 232 – Exploitation of Vulnerable Persons CS/CS/SB 346 – Public Construction SB 708 – Estoppel Letters …
TO: Tom Berger, Director of Real Estate Development and Management FROM: Governor Ron DeSantis DATE: Thursday, May 25, 2023 RE: Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Memorial Day On Memorial Day, we honor …
DEL RIO, Texas — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s assets are on-scene to assist the State of Texas with the influx of migrants illegally crossing the southern border. Last week, the State of Texas officially requested resources through …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 537, which toughens penalties for sex criminals. The bill makes all attempted sexual misconduct criminals ineligible for “gain-time,” a Department of Corrections program that sometimes …
Permanent sales tax exemptions included in the tax relief package will save Florida families nearly $234 million. Those exemptions are targeted to cover baby and toddler needs like cribs, playpens, strollers, child safety products, diapers, baby wipes, …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/CS/SB 110 – State Board of Administration CS/CS/SB 130 – Domestic Violence CS/SB 190 – Interscholastic Extracurricular Activities CS/CS/SB 306 – Catalytic Converters CS/CS/SB …
