The online hub is designed to connect Florida families in need to local faith institutions and community organizations eager to help Tallahassee, Fla. – On Monday, August 31, during the Department of Children and Families’ (DCF) virtual 2020 Child Protection Summit, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announced MyFloridaMyFamily, an online hub of […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that this week, the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) initiated a new push of personal protective equipment (PPE) totaling five million masks, four million gloves and two million gowns to all long-term care facilities in Florida to assist with new procedures outlined in Emergency Order 20-009. […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Try saltwater fishing Saturday, Sept. 5, without needing a saltwater fishing license. License-free fishing days are a great way for Florida residents and visitors to get out on the water and find out why Florida is the Fishing Capital of the World. “License-free fishing days offer a special opportunity to enjoy Florida’s […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until September 19, 2020 to act on these bills: HB 7009 – Penalties for Violations of the Constitutional Prohibition Against Abuse of Public Position CS/CS/CS/SB 810 – The Use of Tobacco Products and Nicotine Products CS/CS/HB 915 […]

Student essay contest winners will receive a 4-Year Florida College Plan scholarship provided by the Florida Prepaid College Foundation Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that the theme for Hispanic Heritage Month will be “Celebrating Untold Stories and Contributions of Hispanic Americans in Florida” and released information regarding the student art and essay […]

Tallahassee, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) have proclaimed September as Florida Preparedness Month to highlight the critical need for Florida residents and visitors to be aware of and prepare for natural and man-made hazards. “Ensuring every Floridian prepares for disasters is incredibly important,” said Governor DeSantis. “As […]

Daytona Beach, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and VISIT FLORIDA President & CEO Dana Young visited Daytona Beach to emphasize the critical importance of the tourism industry in Florida and to launch a new marketing campaign leading into the Labor Day holiday weekend. “This new intrastate marketing campaign is the latest step we’re taking […]