Governor Ron DeSantis Makes One Judicial Appointment

On July 8, 2022, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis makes one judicial appointment to the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court.    Melanie Surber, of Delray Beach, to serve as Judge on the Fifteenth Judicial Circuit Court   Surber has served as a Judge on the Palm Beach County Court since her appointment by Governor DeSantis in 2019. Previously, she […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Four to the Board of Auctioneers

On July 8, 2022, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Donald Cotton, Stan Crooks, Ransom Hartman, and Pamela Steele to the Board of Auctioneers.    Donald Cotton Cotton, of Cantonment, is a Realtor with ERA Old South Properties. He currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Florida Auctioneers Association and is a member […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Steve Moore to the University of North Florida Board of Trustees

On July 8, 2022, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Clarence “Steve” Moore to the University of North Florida Board of Trustees.   Clarence “Steve” Moore Moore, of Saint Johns, is the President of Vestcor. He is currently serving on the Duval County Research and Development Authority and was previously an Assistant Dean of the […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Takes Additional Actions to Lower Prescription Drug Prices for Floridians

On July 8, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 22-164 to drive transparency in prescription costs for Floridians. This order will ensure reforms are in place to hold Pharmacy Benefits Managers (PBMs) accountable when managing prescription drug benefits for insurance companies. Governor DeSantis remains committed to finding ways to deliver safe, affordable prescription drugs to […]

ICYMI from the Department of Education: Florida School Grades Far Exceed Expectations

On July 7, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

Data shows Florida’s schools performed much better than expected due to policies that kept schools open and kept students in the classroom TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, the Florida Department of Education (FDOE) released school grades for the 2021-2022 academic year, which show that schools statewide exceeded expectations. The 2021-2022 school grades mark the first full […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Record Surplus for Fiscal Year 2021-22

On July 7, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the surplus for Fiscal Year 2021-22 is $21.8 billion – the highest in state history and more than 21 percent above the state budget for the fiscal year. Collections in May were $742 million above estimates, and preliminary data for June collections are approximately $950 million above estimates. […]

First Lady Casey DeSantis Announces Statewide Public Health Advisory Following Press Conference and Agency Roundtable in Gadsden County

On July 7, 2022, in News Releases, by Staff

  QUINCY, Fla. – Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis joined Surgeon General Dr. Joseph Ladapo, Department of Children and Families (DCF) Secretary Shevaun Harris, Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) Acting Commissioner Mark Glass, and Gadsden County Sheriff Morris Young to discuss the recent increase in overdoses associated with fentanyl.   As a result of today’s […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces the Appointment of Peter Antonacci as Director of the Office of Election Crimes and Security

On July 6, 2022, in News Releases, Recent Appointments, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. —Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Peter Antonacci as Director of the Office of Election Crimes and Security, housed within the Florida Department of State. The Office of Election Crimes and Security is charged with investigating all election crimes in Florida and overseeing the implementation of measures that will ensure Florida’s […]