Repairs for day use completed after Hurricane Michael damaged this uniquely designed park for individuals with disabilities and their families TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis applauds the opening of William J. “Billy Joe” Rish Recreation Area located in Cape San Blas for day use. The opening, following necessary renovations due to Hurricane Michael […]

HOLLYWOOD, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $80 million in awards to South Florida communities through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s (DEO) Rebuild Florida Mitigation General Infrastructure Program. Funding received through the grant program will enhance community infrastructure, support the environment, and mitigate against damage from future storms. At the event, […]

CRAWFORDVILLE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis joined Education Commissioner Richard Corcoran and Speaker Chris Sprowls at Riversink Elementary School in Wakulla County to highlight the New Worlds Reading Initiative – an innovative book-delivery program created through House Bill 3 during the 2021 Legislative Session and signed into law by Governor DeSantis in June 2021. At […]

LARGO, Fla. — Yesterday, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced the launch of a free substance abuse curriculum for schools in the form of a ‘School Assemblies Toolkit’ through Florida’s The Facts. Your Future. campaign. This program directly engages youth in Florida to improve their understanding of the life-altering effects of drug abuse and empowers teens to reach […]

MEMORANDUM   TO:                 Members of the Press FROM:           Taryn Fenske, Communications Director, Governor Ron DeSantis DATE:            January 21, 2022 RE:                  Executive Order 22-17 (Emergency Management – Tornadoes in Charlotte and […]

~ 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 this year’s Black History Month contests will be Celebrating African-American Contributions to Florida’s History and released information regarding the student art and essay […]

SARASOTA, Fla., — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded over $10 million to the City of Sarasota to enhance water quality and protect from erosion, storms, and flooding in  Bay Park and surrounding communities. Funding is awarded through the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity’s (DEO) Rebuild Florida Mitigation General Infrastructure Program. “Utilizing funding to make meaningful […]

~ 20 consecutive months of job growth, 14 consecutive months of labor force increases ~  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida’s December 2021 economic data outperformed the nation with 20 consecutive months of job growth and 14 consecutive months of labor force increases. Floridians remain confident in their ability to find employment as […]

BOWLING GREEN, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $2.3 million in funding to support rapid credentialing workforce and education programs, including Commercial Driver’s License and Logistics training. These programs will help Floridians earn high-wage jobs and support the supply chain that is currently in great need of workers. Governor DeSantis made the announcement at […]

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced Florida’s military and defense industry supported more than 860,000 jobs in 2020 and Florida experienced a 12 percent increase in direct defense spending from $44 billion in 2018 to $49.3 billion in 2020. According to the recently published 2022 Florida Defense Industry Economic Impact Analysis by the Florida […]