Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Florida Senator Dr. James A. “Jim” Glisson

On January 5, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TO:                Tom Berger, Director of Real Estate Management and Development Sean Parks, Chair of County Commission, Lake County Kent Adcock, Mayor, Umatilla FROM:           Governor Ron DeSantis DATE:            January 5, 2022 RE:               […]

Governor DeSantis Announces Legislative Proposal to Stop W.O.K.E. Activism and Critical Race Theory in Schools and Corporations

On December 15, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

WILDWOOD, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the Stop the Wrongs to Our Kids and Employees (W.O.K.E.) Act, a legislative proposal that will give businesses, employees, children and families tools to fight back against woke indoctrination. The Stop W.O.K.E. Act will be the strongest legislation of its kind in the nation and will take […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Nearly $10 Million to Support Chip and Semiconductor Manufacturing

On January 5, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

KISSIMMEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced nearly $10 million has been awarded through the Florida Job Growth Grant Fund to Osceola County and Valencia College to support semiconductor and other advanced technology manufacturing in Osceola County. Included in this award is $6 million to assist with developing infrastructure connecting the county’s emerging NeoCity […]

Following Governor Ron DeSantis’ Calls for Increased Monoclonal Supply – Florida Notified Planning Process for Shipment of 30,000 Additional Doses Has Begun

On January 4, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Today, in response to pressure from Governor Ron DeSantis, the state of Florida has been notified that planning has begun in preparation of sending 30,000 more monoclonal antibody doses to Florida. Yesterday, Governor Ron DeSantis called on the Biden Administration to release its stranglehold on monoclonals and provide the state with the […]

Governor Ron DeSantis to Biden Administration: Release Stranglehold on Life-saving Monoclonal Antibodies

On January 3, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

Following reversal of federal monoclonal antibody distribution pause, Florida needs at least 30,000 more doses per week than it is receiving through the Biden Administration’s allocation system   FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis called on the Biden Administration to release the stranglehold on life-saving monoclonal antibody treatments for COVID-19 through its allocation […]

Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez Highlights 2021 Administration Successes

On December 29, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez highlighted the 2021 Administration successes under her leadership across public health, space, cyber, human trafficking, and various other areas.   “Our Administration continues to strive for ways to put Floridians first. I am committed to doing what is right and I am proud to stand alongside our Governor in […]

First Lady Casey DeSantis Strengthens Florida’s Resiliency Through 2021 Accomplishments

On December 29, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Throughout 2021, First Lady Casey DeSantis reaffirmed her commitment to support and advocate for Florida’s families, children and environment by furthering the goals of the administration. Over the last year, First Lady DeSantis has: Advocated for a substantial increase in funding for cancer research and care; Developed a program to help families […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Congratulates MacDill Air Force Base for Designation as Main Operation Base for KC-46 Pegasus

On December 22, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis applauded the US Department of the Air Force’s decision to designate MacDill Air Force Base in Tampa as the next Main Operation Base for 24 KC-46 Pegasus tankers.   “Today’s decision by the Air Force further solidifies Florida as the most military-friendly state in the country,” said Governor Ron […]

Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Senator Roberto Casas 

On December 21, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

FROM:            Governor Ron DeSantis DATE:            December 21, 2021 RE:                  Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Former Senator Roberto Casas   On Thursday, December 16, 2021, former Senator Roberto Casas passed away at age 90. Casas was born in Cuba and served in the Florida House of Representatives from 1982 until 1988 where he represented parts of Dade County. During his […]

Hope Florida – A Pathway to Prosperity Creating More Employment Opportunities for Customers

On December 21, 2021, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis announced that Florida is partnering with the Adecco Group – a leading talent advisory and solutions company – to provide dedicated employment opportunities and careers for Hope Florida – A Pathway to Prosperity program participants. Hope Florida – A Pathway to Prosperity, spearheaded by First Lady Casey […]