Governor DeSantis Signs Legislation to Protect Children and Uphold Parental Rights

On March 25, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 3, which prohibits children under the age of 14 from becoming social media account holders and allows 14- and 15-year-olds to become account holders with parental consent.   “Social media harms children in a variety of ways,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “HB 3 gives parents a greater ability […]

First Lady Casey DeSantis Awards $50,000 from the Hope Florida Fund to Five Suwannee, Madison, and Columbia County Nonprofit Organizations

On March 22, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

LIVE OAK, Fla.—First Lady Casey DeSantis awarded five Suwannee, Madison, and Columbia County nonprofit organizations with $10,000 each through the Hope Florida Fund. Recipients recognized by the First Lady were: Pregnancy Care Center, First Baptist Church of Live Oak, Love in the Name of Christ of Suwannee County, Christian Service Center of Columbia County, and […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Twenty Five Bills

On March 22, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills:   CS/SB 7006 – A Review under the Open Government Sunset Review Act CS/SB 1746 – Public Employees CS/SB 1526 – Local Regulation of Nonconforming and Unsafe Structures SB 818 – Military Leave CS/SB 474 – Public Records CS/CS/SB 224 – Citizen Volunteer Advisory Committees […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces First Awards Through Florida’s Coral Reef Restoration and Recovery Initiative

On March 22, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $9.5 million through Florida’s Coral Reef Restoration and Recovery Initiative to bolster academic and private partnerships to safeguard Florida’s Coral Reef, which extends over 350 nautical miles from the Dry Tortugas to the St. Lucie Inlet. This funding will enhance coral recovery, including propagation and outplanting capacities critical to […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Nominates Chris Spencer as Executive Director of the State Board of Administration

On March 22, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla —Today, Governor Ron DeSantis nominated Chris Spencer to become the next Executive Director of the State Board of Administration (SBA). Spencer is currently the Director of Policy and Budget for the Executive Office of the Governor. Spencer’s nomination will be brought before Governor DeSantis, Attorney General Ashley Moody, and Chief Financial Officer Jimmy […]

MILESTONE: Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Florida’s Unemployment Rate Has Been Lower Than the National Rate For 40 Consecutive Months

On March 22, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a milestone in Florida’s continuing economic success: Florida’s statewide unemployment rate has been lower than the national rate for 40 consecutive months. The national unemployment rate rose to 3.9 percent for February 2024; Florida’s rate did not rise and outperforms the national rate by 0.8 percentage point. And while […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Five Bills

On March 21, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: CS/SB 330 – Behavioral Health Teaching Hospitals CS/SB 7016 – Health Care SB 322- Public Records and Meetings SB 7018 – Health Care Innovation CS/CS/SB 1758 – Individuals with Disabilities   To view the transmittal letter, click here.  ###

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

On March 20, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Daniel Epstein and Jon Harrison to the Palm Beach State College District Board of Trustees. Daniel Epstein, PhD Epstein is an Assistant Professor of Law at St. Thomas University. Previously, he worked in the White House and in Congress. Epstein earned his bachelor’s degree in political […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Receives Fifteen Bills from the Florida Legislature

On March 21, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until April 5, 2024, to act on these bills.   SB 1512 – Controlled Substances SB 1720 – Marine Encroachment on Military Operations CS/HB 1415 –  Peer Support for First Responders CS/CS/HB 1113 – Use of Lights and […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs ‘Live Healthy’ Legislation Package

On March 21, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed components of the 2024 ‘Live Healthy’ legislation package, which bolsters Florida’s health care workforce, broadens access to quality health care, and fosters innovation in the industry. Spearheaded by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo, ‘Live Healthy’ will enhance health care across Florida by offering new training opportunities, improving access to […]