TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Brett Hinely to the School Board of Okaloosa County. This appointment is effective August 2, 2024. Brett Hinely Hinely, of Niceville, is the President of Cove Marine, Inc. and …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Michael Halpern to the Lower Florida Keys Hospital District. Michael Halpern Halpern is an Attorney at Michael Halpern, P.A., the Owner of the Southernmost House, and the Founder …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Brandon Graves, Frank Griffin, and Nicole Ramos Jones and the reappointment of Prakash “Paul” Patel to the Florida Real Estate Appraisal Board. Brandon Graves Graves is the Chief …
PENSACOLA, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded funds for workforce development and infrastructure improvements through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund (JGGF) and the Defense Infrastructure Grant (DIG). Awards were made to Pensacola State College, …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Carlos Diaz-Rosillo, Orlando Gutierrez-Boronat, and Ismare Monreal to the Institute for Freedom in the Americas Board of Directors. Carlos Diaz-Rosillo, PhD Diaz-Rosillo is the …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Alberto Tano to the Florida International University Board of Trustees. Dr. Alberto Tano Dr. Tano, of Coral Gables, is the Co-Founder and Medical Director of KIDS Medical …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Thomas Hobbs and Brian McElfatrick to the Hillsborough Area Regional Transit Authority. Thomas Hobbs Hobbs is the Chief of Staff of the Port of Tampa Bay. He is currently serving …
WINTER HAVEN, Fla.—Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis awarded $1,000 bonus checks to all Hope Navigators through the Hope Florida Fund, with $2,500 bonus checks going to six Navigators who were recognized for their outstanding performance helping people in …
Florida also launches a new portal to highlight and confront the federal government’s attempts to push politics into transportation AUBURNDALE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to announce …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed the following bills: CS/HB 133 – Professional Licensing Requirements for Barbers and Cosmetologists CS/CS/HB 473 – Cybersecurity Incident Liability CS/CS/SB 165 – Sampling of beach Waters and Public …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Christine Miller to the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners. Christine Miller Miller is the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Greater Plant City Chamber of …
Good afternoon, Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Executive Order 24-135 (Executive Order of Suspension), suspending Angelica Pacheco from her position as City Councilwoman of the City of Hialeah. On June 18, 2024, Angelica Pacheco was indicted by …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded funds for infrastructure improvements through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund (JGGF). Awards were made to the cities of Umatilla and Plant City for projects that will support the manufacturing …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that state offices will be closed on Friday, July 5, 2024, in celebration of Independence Day weekend. “I am proud to reward our state employees,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “Following another …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis vetoed the following bills: HB 317 – Interstate Safety CS/HB 821 – Melbourne-Tillman Water Control District, Brevard County CS/CS/SB 494 – Graduate Program Admissions To view the transmittal letters, click …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Marcus Chambers to the Florida High School Athletic Association Board of Directors. Marcus Chambers Chambers is the Superintendent of Schools for Okaloosa County. With over 26 …
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Michael Caschette and Eileen LaMarca to the Broward College District Board of Trustees. Michael Caschette Caschette is the Founder of and a Registered Nurse for KIDS 1st Urgent …
Florida also continues to outperform the nation in private sector job growth; beats national unemployment figures for 43rd month in a row TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor DeSantis announced that Florida’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by 21.9 …
LAND O’ LAKES, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 725 and House Bill 1329 to support Florida’s veterans and their families through services for veterans shifting to civilian life, ensuring spouses can enjoy long-term care together, and …
MARATHON, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis highlighted Florida’s investments in coral reef protection and announced enhancements to the 2024 Lionfish Challenge and 2024 Lobster Mini-Season. Through the FY 2024-2025 Focus on Florida’s Future Budget, the …
