Press Releases
NOTE TO PRESS: Florida Legislation Joint Proclamation
February 10, 2025
TO: Members of the PressFROM: Bryan Griffin, Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantisDATE: Monday, February 10, 2025RE: Florida Legislation Joint ProclamationTALLAHASSEE, Fla… Read Full Text
MEMORANDUM: Flags at Half-Staff in Honor of Captain Jonathan Campos
February 10, 2025
TO: Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and Development Jeff Brower, Chair of County Council, Volusia County Jason… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Announces Rate Reductions for Miami-Dade County, Auto Insurance Reductions Statewide, and 11 New Companies Entering Florida's Market
February 5, 2025
MIAMI, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis provided an update on Florida’s insurance market, highlighting significant progress in stabilizing rates, expanding consumer protections, and fostering a competitive environment. In Miami, Governor DeSantis announced rate decreases, Florida’… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Reappoints William J. Christy to the University of Central Florida Board of Trustees
February 3, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of William J. Christy to the University of Central Florida Board of Trustees. William J. Christy Christy is the President and Chief Executive Officer of CLASH Endurance… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Announces the Focus on Fiscal Responsibility 2025-2026 Budget
February 3, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced his budget proposal for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2026. The proposed “Focus on Fiscal Responsibility” Budget totals $115.6 billion with $14.6 billion in reserves, providing a significant reduction over last year’s… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Peter Collins to the Florida State University Board of Trustees
February 3, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Peter Collins to the Florida State University Board of Trustees.Peter CollinsCollins is the Co-Founder and Managing Principal of Forge Capital Partners, LLC. and the Chief… Read Full Text
Governor Ron DeSantis Holds Roundtable Discussions on the Necessity of the Strongest Immigration Enforcement Legislation Possible
January 29, 2025
TITUSVILLE & FORT MYERS, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis held a series of roundtable discussions with law enforcement officials and Floridians impacted by illegal immigration to discuss the urgent need for Florida to pass strong legislation to counter the illegal… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Appoints Two to the Electrical Contractors Licensing Board
January 24, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Mark Astrom and Gilbert Gonzalez to the Electrical Contractors Licensing Board. Mark AstromAstrom is the Electrical Director for Hillpointe Construction, LLC., the President… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Dr. Robert Easton to the Board of Optometry
January 24, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Dr. Robert Easton to the Board of Optometry.Dr. Robert EastonDr. Easton, of Oakland Park, is the President and Optometric Physician for Easton Eye Care. He is the former… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Reappoints Marisol Marin Schmid to the Board of Cosmetology
January 24, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Marisol Marin Schmid to the Board of Cosmetology.Marisol Marin Schmid
Marin Schmid, of Miami, is the Administrator of Project Management for the Greater Miami Expressway Agency. She… Read Full Text
Updates on Gulf Winter Weather System and State Preparedness
January 22, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Very slick and icy conditions can be expected today throughout North Florida as precipitation has fallen, accumulated and frozen over. Any wet spots that do not thaw today could refreeze Thursday morning. Residents should exercise extreme caution if they must… Read Full TextUpdates on Gulf Winter Weather System and State Preparedness
January 21, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis was joined by Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) Executive Director Kevin Guthrie at the State Emergency Operations Center to provide updates on state preparedness efforts ahead of the incoming Winter Storm.Governor… Read Full TextNOTE TO PRESS: EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 25-13 (Emergency Management-Gulf Winter Weather System)
January 20, 2025
NOTE TO PRESS… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis Announces Proposals for Immigration Special Session
January 15, 2025
WINTER HAVEN, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced proposals for Florida’s upcoming Special Legislative Session. The proposed actions will position Florida to quickly carry out President-Elect Donald Trump’s mandate to combat illegal immigration. “Florida is ready… Read Full TextGovernor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis Establish Hope Florida Office within the Executive Office of the Governor
January 14, 2025
TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis established the Hope Florida Office within the Executive Office of the Governor to oversee and administer the growing Hope Florida Pathway to Prosperity Initiative. Established in 2021, Hope Florida is a… Read Full TextNOTE TO PRESS: Proclamation Issued January 13, 2025
January 14, 2025
TO: Members of the PressFROM: Bryan Griffin, Director of Communications, Governor Ron DeSantisDATE: Tuesday, January 14, 2025RE: Proclamation Issued January 13, 2025TALLAHASSEE, Fla… Read Full Text
MEMORANDUM: Inauguration Day Flag Order, January 20, 2025
January 14, 2025
TO: Brian Fienemann, Director of Real Estate Management and DevelopmentFROM: Governor Ron DeSantisDATE: Tuesday, January 14, 2025RE: Inauguration Day Flag Order, January 20, 2025Inauguration… Read Full Text