Governor Ron DeSantis Pardons Groveland Four with Unanimous Executive Clemency Board Approval

On January 11, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued a full pardon of the members of the Groveland Four: Ernest Thomas, Samuel Shepherd, Walter Irvin and Charles Greenlee. The pardon was unanimously approved by the Executive Clemency Board. Please see the statement below from Governor DeSantis regarding the pardon: “For seventy years, these four men have […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Executive Order Suspending Okaloosa County Superintendent of Schools

On January 11, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 19-13, formally suspending Okaloosa County Superintendent of Schools Mary Beth Jackson, effective immediately. Governor DeSantis has announced that Marcus Chambers, currently the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction, will serve as her replacement. “Superintendent Jackson has failed in her responsibilities to the parents and students […]

ICYMI: Governor Ron DeSantis Discusses Major Water Policy Reforms in Sarasota

On January 10, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Sarasota, Fla – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis made his second stop of the day in Sarasota, Florida to meet with environmental experts and tour a local laboratory as he discussed the latest water policy reforms outlined in Executive Order 19-12: Achieving More Now For Florida’s Environment. Executive Order 19-12: Achieving More Now For Florida’s Environment […]

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Thursday, January 10, 2019

On January 10, 2019, in Governor and Lt. Governor Schedule, by Staff

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Thursday, January 10, 2019

Governor Ron DeSantis Calls for Resignations of Governing Board Members of South Florida Water Management District

On January 10, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Stuart, Fla – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis called for the immediate resignations of all governing board members of the South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD). The announcement was made during a stop in Stuart to discuss the Governor’s major water policy reforms to protect and improve Florida’s water resources. “One of the recommendations that Congressman […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Major Water Policy Reforms

On January 10, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed Executive Order 19-12 (Achieving More Now For Florida’s Environment), implementing major reforms to ensure the protection of Florida’s environment and water quality. “Our water and natural resources are the foundation of our economy and our way of life in Florida,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “The protection of […]

What They Are Saying: Florida Leaders React to Governor Ron DeSantis’ Appointment of Barbara Lagoa to the Florida Supreme Court

On January 9, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Florida Third District Court of Appeals Judge Barbara Lagoa to the Florida Supreme Court, replacing retiring Justice R. Fred Lewis. Justice Lagoa is the first Cuban American woman in history to serve on the Florida Supreme Court. Here is what state leaders and stakeholders are saying:   “It’s […]

PHOTO RELEASE: Governor Ron DeSantis Visits Mexico Beach to Tour Hurricane Michael Recovery

On January 9, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Mexico Beach, Fla – Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis visited Mexico Beach today and other local communities heavily impacted by Hurricane Michael. In a meeting with local and state officials to discuss recovery efforts in the area, Governor DeSantis pledged to the local community his commitment to help these communities rebuild. “It […]

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Wednesday, January 9, 2019

On January 9, 2019, in Governor and Lt. Governor Schedule, by Staff

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Wednesday, January 9, 2019

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Barbara Lagoa to the Florida Supreme Court

On January 9, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Miami, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis appointed Florida Third District Court of Appeals Judge Barbara Lagoa to the Florida Supreme Court, replacing retiring Justice R. Fred Lewis. Justice Lagoa is the first Hispanic woman in history to serve on the Florida Supreme Court. Her appointment is effective immediately. “Justice Lagoa’s proven commitment to upholding […]