Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Albert Maury to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission

On April 14, 2022, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Albert Maury to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.   Albert Maury Maury, of Coral Gables, is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Leon Medical Centers, LLC. He previously served on the Florida International University Board of Trustees. Maury earned his bachelor’s […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs One Bill

On April 14, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: CS/HB 5 — Reducing Fetal and Infant Mortality   For the transmittal letter, click here.   ###

What They Are Saying: Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Bill to Protect the Lives of Florida’s Most Vulnerable

On April 14, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by pro-life advocates and community leaders to sign HB 5, the Reducing Fetal and Infant Mortality Act, to protect the lives of Florida’s most vulnerable by prohibiting all abortions after 15 weeks of gestation. HB 5 represent the most significant protections for life in Florida’s modern history. Read more on […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Bill to Protect the Lives of Florida’s Most Vulnerable

On April 14, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

KISSIMMEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 5, the Reducing Fetal and Infant Mortality Act, to protect the lives of Florida’s most vulnerable by prohibiting all abortions after 15 weeks of gestation. More on Governor DeSantis’ pro-family initiatives can be found here. “House Bill 5 protects babies in the womb who have beating hearts, who […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

On April 14, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until April 29, 2022, to act on this bill.   CS/HB 5 – Reducing Fetal and Infant Mortality ###

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Bill to Increase Support for Foster Parents and Former Foster Youth

On April 12, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

MIAMI — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by foster families and legislative leaders to sign Senate Bill 7034, furthering Florida’s support for foster families. Among its provisions, Senate Bill 7034 raises monthly payments for relative and nonrelative care givers, increases the monthly subsidy for child care and expands postsecondary education waivers for foster children. Through […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

On April 12, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until April 27, 2022, to act on this bill.   CS/SB 7034 – Child Welfare ###

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs One Bill

On April 11, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: HB 7065 — Child Welfare   For the transmittal letter, click here.   ###

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Groundbreaking Legislation to Support Involved Fatherhood in Florida

On April 11, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 7065, which includes educational programs, mentorship programs and one-on-one support to encourage responsible and involved fatherhood in Florida. The bill is tied to nearly $70 million in funding to provide a wide spectrum of family and youth support through the Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Receives One Bill from the Florida Legislature

On April 11, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bill from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until April 26, 2022, to act on this bill.   HB 7065 – Child Welfare ###