PHOTO RELEASE Governor Ron DeSantis Calls for Lower Prescription Drugs in Sun City Center

On April 8, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Sun City Center, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis touted his proposal to lower prescription drug prices in Florida by working with federal officials and the Florida legislature to create a drug importation program to bring less expensive, FDA approved prescription drugs from Canada. The Governor was joined by Agency for Health Care Administration Secretary […]

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Monday, April 8, 2019

On April 8, 2019, in Governor and Lt. Governor Schedule, by Staff

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Monday, April 8, 2019

WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: Florida Leaders Support Governor Ron DeSantis’ Appointment of Dr. Scott Rivkees as Surgeon General

On April 5, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Scott Rivkees as the state of Florida’s Surgeon General on Monday, April 1st. Here is what state leaders and stakeholders are saying about the appointment: “I have worked closely with Dr. Rivkees over the past six years as he has served as a member […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Meredith Charbula to the Fourth Judicial Circuit

On April 5, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Meredith Charbula to the Fourth Judicial Circuit Court. Meredith Charbula Charbula is currently a judge on the Duval County Court, having served since 2017. Prior to joining the bench, she served as the Director for Legal Divisions in the State Attorney’s Office for the […]

Governor Ron DeSantis’ Statement on Appeal by Scott Israel

On April 5, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis filed a request with the 4th District Court of Appeal asking for expedited consideration that would send the case of the Governor’s removal of Scott Israel to the Florida Supreme Court for a final ruling. Yesterday, the Broward Circuit Court ruled in favor of Governor DeSantis recognizing his […]

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Friday, April 5, 2019

On April 5, 2019, in Governor and Lt. Governor Schedule, by Staff

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Friday, April 5, 2019

Governor Ron DeSantis Receives Two Bills from the Florida Legislature

On April 4, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until April 11, 2019 to act on these bills. SB 180 – Lost or Abandoned Personal Property SB 212 – Interstate Compact on Educational Opportunity for Military Children ###

Broward Circuit Judge Upholds Governor’s Authority to Suspend Scott Israel

On April 4, 2019, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Broward Circuit Court Judge David Haimes upheld Governor Ron DeSantis’ authority to suspend former Broward County Sheriff Scott Israel for neglect of duty and incompetence. The Governor’s office also sent a letter to the Florida Senate requesting it to continue the removal hearing process in an expedited manner. “I am pleased […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Jay Madara to the Central Florida Expressway Authority

On April 4, 2019, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Jay Madara to the Central Florida Expressway Authority. Jay Madara Madara, of Windermere, is the Chief Financial Officer of the Golf Channel and has served on the board of the Central Florida Expressway Authority since 2014. He was treasurer of the Central Florida Expressway […]

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Thursday, April 4, 2019

On April 4, 2019, in Governor and Lt. Governor Schedule, by Staff

DeSantis/ Nuñez Administrative Schedule for Thursday, April 4, 2019