Governor DeSantis Receives Three Bills from the Florida Legislature

On February 10, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until February 25, 2023, to act on these bills. SB 2B – Emergency Response SB 4B – Statewide Prosecutor SB 6B – Transportation of Inspected Unauthorized Aliens ###

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Christine Vanderpool to the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council

On February 10, 2023, in Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Christine Vanderpool to the Florida Cybersecurity Advisory Council.   Christine Vanderpool Vanderpool is the Chief Information Security Officer for Florida Crystals Corporation. She is a current board member of the Tech Hub of South Florida and serves as Chair of the Evanta Chief Information Security […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Seven to the Medical Examiners Commission

On February 10, 2023, in Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Michael Barnett, Charles Cofer, Amira Fox, Robert “Bob” Johnson, Robin Sheppard, Dr. Joshua Stephany, and Dr. Barbara Wolf to the Medical Examiners Commission.   Michael Barnett Barnett is a Palm Beach County Commissioner and an attorney for Shiner Law Group. He currently serves as […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints David Osteen to the Dixie County Board of County Commissioners

On February 10, 2023, in Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of David Osteen to the Dixie County Board of County Commissioners.   David Osteen Osteen is a Correctional Officer for the Florida Department of Corrections. He is a veteran of the United States Coast Guard and was previously elected to the Dixie County Board of County […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Lake Region Lakes Management District Board of Commissioners

On February 10, 2023, in Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Carter Adams and Dr. Kevin Henne to the Lake Region Lakes Management District Board of Commissioners.   Carter Adams Adams, of Winter Haven, is the Owner and Attorney of the Law Offices of Carter J. Adams. He was previously an Attorney for Moody Law and […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Awards Nearly $240 Million to Improve Water Quality Across the State

On February 10, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis awarded $240 million through the Wastewater Grant Program to support 36 wastewater infrastructure projects to reduce nutrients in Florida’s waterways. Awarded projects include advanced wastewater treatment upgrades and septic to sewer projects that will eliminate nearly 20,000 septic tanks. A list of all projects selected for funding for […]

First Lady Casey DeSantis Awards $50,000 in Hope Florida Funds to Five Leon and Jackson County Non-Profit Organizations

On February 10, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — First Lady Casey DeSantis and Mason DeSantis surprised five exceptional Leon and Jackson County non-profit organizations with $10,000 each through the Hope Florida Fund. Recipients recognized by the First Lady were: City Church’s Foster Crew Ministry, Big Bend Homeless Coalition, Hang Tough Foundation, Camp Anderson, and Shine Tallahassee, Inc. During the check presentations, […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Highlights Plan to Provide a Historic $2 Billion in Tax Relief for Florida Families

On February 8, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

OCALA, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by Senate President Kathleen Passidomo and House Speaker Paul Renner to highlight their intent to pass the largest tax relief proposal in Florida history to save Florida families a historic $2 billion during the 2023–2024 fiscal year. The proposed tax relief plan is a part of […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Two Judicial Appointments

On February 7, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces two judicial appointments: one to the Hamilton County Court and one to the Hillsborough County Court.    Jamie Tyndal, of Jasper, to serve as Judge on the Hamilton County Court   Tyndal has been the owner of the Law Office of Jamie L. Tyndal, P.A. since 2021. […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Hosts Roundtable Discussion on Legacy Media Defamation Practices

On February 7, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

Click here or above to watch the roundtable. Use of video courtesy of the Executive Office of Governor Ron DeSantis.   HIALEAH GARDENS, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis held a roundtable to discuss the damaging impacts of defamation from the legacy media as it becomes a more prevalent issue in the lives of everyday citizens. The […]