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 Nominates Michael Yaworsky as Commissioner of the Office of Insurance Regulation

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

  TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis nominated Michael Yaworsky as Commissioner of the Office of Insurance Regulation (OIR). Yaworsky is currently Vice Chair of the Florida Gaming Control Commission and previously served as Chief of Staff of OIR.   Yaworsky will serve as Interim Commissioner until his nomination is brought before the Financial […]

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 […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Two to the Central Florida Expressway Authority

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

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Christopher “C.J.” Maier and Rafael “Ralph” Martinez to the Central Florida Expressway Authority.   Christopher “C.J.” Maier Maier, of Orlando, is the Director of Development for NextEra Energy. He was previously appointed to the Florida Public Service Nominating Council and previously served as President of […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Two Judicial Nominating Commission Appointments

On February 6, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces the following appointments to Florida’s Nineteenth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission.    Nineteenth Judicial Circuit Judicial Nominating Commission   Michael Dadko, of Palm City, is the Executive Vice President at Janney Montgomery Scott. He received his bachelor’s degree from Florida Institute of Technology. Dadko is appointed for […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces Award of More than $275 Million through the Resilient Florida Grant Program

On February 6, 2023, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the award of more than $275 million immediately available for 75 resilience projects using already-appropriated funding through the Resilient Florida program to help prepare coastal and inland communities for the adverse impacts of flooding and storm surge. A list of awards can be found here.   “Under […]