Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) has awarded $150.9 million to Bay County and $20 million to Mexico Beach to help the communities recover from the impact of Hurricane Michael. Specifically, these funds will reimburse Mexico Beach for ongoing debris removal efforts and Bay County […]

Tallahassee, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the extension of the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to July 12, 2019. The $25 million program will help agricultural producers in designated disaster areas prepare for the upcoming growing seasons, as part of ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Michael. Designated disaster areas include Bay, […]

The First Lady’s Medal is Inspired by Floridians Making a Positive Impact in Their Communities Callaway, Fla. – Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis awarded the “First Lady’s Medal for Courage, Commitment, and Service” to Northwest Florida residents for their selfless contributions to their communities following Hurricane Michael. First Lady DeSantis presented the medals to Washington […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the Department of Economic Opportunity has awarded the first Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan for agricultural producers following Hurricane Michael to John P. Jordan Farm in Bascom, Florida. The Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan was activated to provide relief to Florida farmers whose crops were damaged by […]

New Programs to Focus Dollars on Homebuyers Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the availability of two new homeownership loan programs that will provide additional affordable housing resources for those Floridians who were impacted by Hurricane Michael. The Florida Housing Finance Corporation (Florida Housing) officially began the rollout of the programs today. “When […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis activated the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program to support agricultural producers impacted by Hurricane Michael. The program will have $25 million to help agricultural producers prepare for the upcoming growing seasons as part of ongoing recovery efforts from Hurricane Michael. Designated disaster areas include Bay, Calhoun, […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that Florida has been awarded an additional $5.8 million in federal funding through the National Dislocated Worker Grant to provide temporary employment to Floridians affected by Hurricane Michael. The federal National Dislocated Worker Grant, administered by the Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO), provides disaster relief employment in the […]

Following Hurricane Michael Upgrade to a Category 5 Storm Tallahassee, Fla. – On Friday, April 19th, Governor Ron DeSantis sent a letter to President Donald Trump requesting an increase in the federal cost share from 75 percent to 90 percent for the remainder of Hurricane Michael recovery. This request follows the National Oceanic and Atmospheric […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis released the following statement recognizing the six-month anniversary of Hurricane Michael’s landfall in Bay County, Florida: “Six months ago today, Hurricane Michael made landfall in Northwest Florida, leaving a trail of death and destruction. We honor the memories of those who lost their lives and extend our condolences […]

Tallahassee, Fla. – Governor Ron DeSantis has directed the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) to provide an additional extension of debris removal to continue to ensure the residents of Northwest Florida receive the necessary support and assistance as they recover from Hurricane Michael. Below is the Department’s plan of action following the extension: By May […]