Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Sara Bernard and Angela Johnson to the Board of Dentistry

On February 5, 2021, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Sara Bernard and Angela Johnson to the Board of Dentistry. Sara Bernard Bernard, of Windemere, is a partner and real estate attorney at Holland & Knight. Previously, she was a partner at Nelson Mullins Broad and Cassel. Bernard has served as executive director and […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Simone Marstiller as Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration and Shevaun Harris as Secretary of the Department of Children and Families

On February 5, 2021, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointments of Simone Marstiller as Secretary of the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and Shevaun Harris as Secretary of the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF). Marstiller has served as the Secretary of the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) since 2019 and Harris, who […]

First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces 2021 Black History Month Theme and Student Contests

On February 5, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

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 Black History Month in February will be “Community Champions – Celebrating the Contributions of African Americans in Florida’s Communities” and released information regarding […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Inter-Faith Vaccine Event, New Pilot to Vaccinate Holocaust Survivors

On February 4, 2021, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Aventura, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced an inter-faith vaccine event at Aventura Turnberry Jewish Center, the first faith-based vaccination site with representation from multiple faiths. Additionally, the state is initiating a pilot program to deliver vaccines to homebound seniors, beginning with Holocaust survivors living in Florida. The state has identified 750 Holocaust survivors […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Finalization of Federal Grant for Space Coast Improvements

On February 3, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

Merritt Island, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the final signing of Florida’s $90 million Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) Grant. This announcement was applauded by Lt. Governor Jeanette Nunez, Space Florida President and CEO Frank DiBello, NASA, the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) and Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Secretary Kevin J. Thibault, P.E. […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces More than $92 Million Available to Local Governments Through the Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Relief Program

On February 3, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced local governments now have the opportunity to apply for the Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus (CDBG-CV) Relief Program. The CDBG-CV program is designed to help local governments prepare, prevent, and respond to the health and economic impacts of COVID-19. CDBG-CV funds are allocated through the U.S. […]

Governor Ron DeSantis, Lottery Secretary John Davis and Anquan Boldin Organize Vaccination Event in Pahokee

On February 3, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

Pahokee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by Florida Lottery Secretary John Davis and former NFL Wide Receiver Anquan Boldin organized a vaccination event at Anquan Boldin Stadium. Today’s event is a continuation of the Governor’s ongoing efforts to identify areas where there may be difficultly in accessibility to the COVID-19 vaccine and serve diverse […]

Governor Ron DeSantis, Florida House Speaker Chris Sprowls and Senate President Wilton Simpson Highlight Proposed Legislation to Increase Technology Transparency in Florida

On February 2, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by legislative leaders to highlight proposed legislation that would increase technology transparency in Florida, particularly as it relates to “Big Tech” firms like Facebook/Instagram, Twitter, Apple, Amazon, and Google. The Governor was joined at today’s announcement by Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez, House Speaker Chris Sprowls, Senate […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Additional COVID-19 Vaccination Sites at Publix Super Markets to Support Seniors First

On February 2, 2021, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the addition of Nassau, Pasco and Pinellas to the list of counties where Florida Publix pharmacies are administering the COVID-19 vaccine, bringing the total number to 325 in 23 counties. “My administration remains laser focused on making the COVID-19 vaccine accessible to seniors through our partnership with […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces 4,000 Additional Doses for Vaccination Site at The Villages

On February 1, 2021, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

The Villages, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the state of Florida will be sending 4,000 doses of the Moderna vaccine to reopen a vaccination site in The Villages. This site, which will now be permanent, will be in addition to the permanent vaccination site at the Wildwood Community Center, also in Sumter County. To […]