Governor Ron DeSantis Signs 11 Bills

On April 2, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills: HB 5203 – Property Seized by the Florida Gaming Control Commission HB 7043 – A Review Under the Open Government Sunset Review Act CS/CS/HB 883 – Short-acting Bronchodilator Use in Public and Private Schools HB 523 – Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program CS/CS/HB 217 […]

First Lady Casey DeSantis Unveils New Hope Florida Success Stories Video

On April 2, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

  TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis highlighted the continued successes of the Hope Florida initiative by releasing video testimonials from three Floridians served by Hope Florida. “Through Hope Florida, we are showing what is possible when business and nonprofit leaders collaborate to help individuals unlock their God-given potential,” said First Lady Casey DeSantis. “Since […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Kevin McDonald to the School Board of Indian River County

On April 2, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Kevin McDonald to the School Board of Indian River County. Kevin McDonald McDonald, of Vero Beach, is retired and previously served as a Business Development Manager for Ricoh Americas Corporation. He is the former Chairman, President, and Treasurer of The Geneva School of Manhattan Board of […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces More Than 200 Americans Have Been Rescued by the State of Florida from Haiti

On April 2, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the number of Americans rescued from political turmoil in Haiti by the State of Florida now exceeds 200 individuals. Since the Florida Division of Emergency Management’s first state coordinated rescue flight on March 20, a total of 220 Americans have been successfully evacuated from Haiti to Florida. The […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Announces $450 Million for a Second Consecutive Year of Toll Relief for Florida’s Families

On April 1, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

Nearly $1 Billion in Toll Savings Over Two Years TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced a second consecutive year of the highly successful Toll Relief Program, which will cut the toll rates of frequent commuters in half by applying a toll credit from April 2024 to March 2025. Launched last year, drivers utilizing Florida-based toll […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Issues Executive Order Suspending Regina Hill as Orlando City Commissioner

On April 1, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis issued Executive Order 24-63, suspending City Commissioner for the City of Orlando, Regina Hill, in accordance with the Florida Constitution and sections 112.51(1) and 112.51(2), Florida Statutes. On March 27, 2024, Regina Hill was indicted in the Circuit Court of the Ninth Judicial Circuit in and for Orange County on […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs One Bill

On March 28, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill:   CS/HB 583 – Individual Wine Containers     To view the transmittal letter, click here.     ###

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Jay Demetree to the University of North Florida Board of Trustees

On March 28, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Jay Demetree to the University of North Florida Board of Trustees. Jay Demetree Demetree is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Demetree Brothers, Inc. Active in his community, he serves as a member of the Jacksonville University Board of Advisory, the St. Vincent Hospital Foundation, and the Ronald McDonald House […]

Governor DeSantis Signs Legislation to Increase Wine Purchasing Options in Florida

On March 28, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 583, which allows for the purchase and sale of wine in glass containers up to 15 liters. “In Florida, we are always looking for ways to reduce regulation and improve our residents’ quality of life,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “If Floridians can purchase a large bottle of wine […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs Two Bills

On March 27, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bills:   CS/CS/HB 621 – Property Rights SB 522 – Tallahassee Community College   To view the transmittal letters, click here and here.     ###