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Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Halifax Health Board of Commissioners

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Andrew Lupoli and the reappointment Glenn Ritchey Sr. to the Halifax Health Board of Commissioners. Andrew LupoliLupoli is the Assistant Treasurer at Brown & Brown Insurance… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Dr. Tara Ezzell to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Dr. Tara Ezzell to the Santa Fe College District Board of Trustees. Dr. Tara EzzellDr. Ezzell is a Partner and Dermatologist at Dermatology Associates. Active in her community,… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Pay Increases for State Law Enforcement and Firefighters in Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget

February 14, 2025

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced he is recommending pay increases for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in his Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025-26. "We support the men and women who keep our streets… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Daytona State College District Board of Trustees

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, , Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Nellie Lupoli and the reappointment of Randall “Randy” Dye, Lloyd Freckleton, and Robert Lloyd to the Daytona State College District Board of Trustees. Randall “Randy” DyeRead Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Pensacola State College District Board of Trustees

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of  Dr. Joel Rudman, Edward Fleming, Andrew Hobbs, and Zachary Smith to the Pensacola State College District Board of Trustees.   
 
Dr. Joel RudmanDr. Rudman is the Family… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Three to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today,Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Alexis Yarbrough as Chair, John Gilbert, and Scott Workman to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District.  Alexis YarbroughYarbrough is the current Chair of the Broward College… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Health Care District of Palm Beach County

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Tracy Caruso and Carlos Vidueira to the Health Care District of Palm Beach County. Tracy CarusoCaruso is the President and Owner of Delray Beach Executive Suites and Editor At-… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Charbel Barakat to the University of South Florida Board of Trustees

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Charbel Barakat to the University of South Florida Board of Trustees.  
Charbel BarakatBarakat is the Corporate Vice President and Counsel for Public Policy with D.R. Horton, Inc… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Michael Barnett to the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, GGovernor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Michael Barnett to the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees.  Michael BarnettBarnett is a Lawyer for Shiner Law Group. Active in his community, he was previously… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Six to the Florida Transportation Commission

February 14, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Barbara Haselden and Hung Mai and the reappointment of John Browning Jr., Richard Burke, David Genson, and Alex Lastra to the Florida Transportation Commission. Barbara HaseldenRead Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Signed Two Bills

February 13, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills:
SB 2C - ImmigrationSB 4C - Immigration
 
To view the transmittal letter, click here.  

MEMORANDUM: Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Marjory Stoneman Douglas Remembrance Day

February 13, 2025

TO:           Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and Development  FROM:    Governor Ron DeSantisDATE:      Thursday, February 13, 2025RE:           Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of … Read Full Text

RECORD BROKEN AGAIN: Florida Announces the Highest Tourism Numbers in State History in 2024

February 12, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida continues to be the top destination for travelers from all over the world as it welcomed a record-breaking 142.9 million visitors in 2024. This marks a 1.6% increase over 2023, the previous record annual… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Paul Renner to the Board of Governors of the State University System

February 12, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Paul Renner to the Board of Governors of the State University System. This appointment is effective April 15, 2025. Paul RennerRenner is the former Speaker of the Florida House of… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces New Initiative to Protect Floridians Right to Boat

February 12, 2025

MIAMI, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the Boater Freedom Initiative, a legislative proposal that protects Floridians’ right to boat by preventing local bans on vessels based on fuel type, repealing the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC)’s authority… Read Full Text

NOTE TO PRESS: Florida Legislation Joint Proclamation

February 10, 2025

TO:           Members of the PressFROM:    Bryan Griffin, Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantisDATE:     Monday, February 10, 2025RE:          Florida Legislation Joint Proclamation
TALLAHASSEE, Fla… Read Full Text

MEMORANDUM: Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Captain Jonathan Campos

February 10, 2025

TO:           Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and Development                  Jeff Brower, Chair of County Council, Volusia County                 Jason… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Two Judicial Appointments

February 10, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces two judicial appointments:Jack Schlechter, of Niceville, to serve as Judge on the First Judicial Circuit Court Schlechter has served as a County Court Judge for Okaloosa County since 2022. Previously, he… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Rate Reductions for Miami-Dade County, Auto Insurance Reductions Statewide, and 11 New Companies Entering Florida's Market

February 5, 2025

MIAMI, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis provided an update on Florida’s insurance market, highlighting significant progress in stabilizing rates, expanding consumer protections, and fostering a competitive environment. In Miami, Governor DeSantis announced rate decreases, Florida’… Read Full Text

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Focus on Fiscal Responsibility 2025-2026 Budget

February 3, 2025

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced his budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026. The proposed “Focus on Fiscal Responsibility” Budget totals $115.6 billion with $14.6 billion in reserves, providing a significant reduction over last year’s… Read Full Text