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.     ###

First Lady Casey DeSantis Serves Seniors in Wakulla County & Awards Nonprofit $20,000 from the Hope Florida Fund

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

  Photos courtesy of the Executive Office of the Governor WAKULLA, Fla.—Today, First Lady Casey DeSantis joined nonprofit organization Wakulla Giving Hands, Inc. to serve Florida seniors at a food distribution event at the Wakulla County Senior Center. The First Lady also awarded Wakulla Giving Hands, Inc. with $20,000 through the Hope Florida Fund. First Lady Casey […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Receives Eighteen Bills from the Florida Legislature

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

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis received the following bills from the Florida Legislature. The Governor has until April 11, 2024, to act on these bills.   CS/CS/HB 217 – College Campus Facilities in Areas of Critical State Concern HB 523 – Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program CS/CS/HB 883 – Short-acting Bronchodilator Use in […]

Governor DeSantis Signs Legislation to End the Squatters Scam in Florida

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

ORLANDO, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 621, which protects property rights, provides homeowners remedies against squatting, and increases penalties on squatters. “We are putting an end to the squatters scam in Florida,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “While other states are siding with the squatters, we are protecting property owners and punishing criminals looking to game […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Appoints Craig Mateer to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

On March 26, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Craig Mateer to the Central Florida Tourism Oversight District.   Craig Mateer Mateer, of Orlando, is the founder of CCM Capital Group and was the founder and owner of Bags, Inc., which he sold to a publicly-held company in 2018. He was named the 2014 “CEO […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Makes Seven Judicial Appointments

On March 26, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announces seven judicial appointments: one to the Seventeenth Judicial Circuit Court, one to the Broward County Court, one to the Thirteenth Judicial Circuit Court, two to the Hillsborough County Court, one to the Twentieth Judicial Circuit Court, and one to the Seventh Judicial Circuit Court.   Christopher Wigand, of Plantation, […]

Governor Ron DeSantis and Cabinet Approve Largest Investment in Decades for Conservation Lands

On March 26, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

Lake Hatchineha Watershed Florida Forever Project | Photo by Drew McDougal/Wildpath TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis and the Cabinet approved an investment to protect nearly 28,000 acres of Florida’s natural lands and link existing conservation areas. Today’s actions also mark the first acquisition within the Caloosahatchee-Big Cypress Corridor, an important Everglades and panther habitat. […]

Governor Ron DeSantis Signs One Bill

On March 25, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed the following bill: CS/CS/HB 3 – Online Protections for Minors To view the transmittal letters, click here. ###

Governor DeSantis Signs Legislation to Protect Children and Uphold Parental Rights

On March 25, 2024, in News Releases, by Staff

JACKSONVILLE, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis signed HB 3, which prohibits children under the age of 14 from becoming social media account holders and allows 14- and 15-year-olds to become account holders with parental consent.   “Social media harms children in a variety of ways,” said Governor Ron DeSantis. “HB 3 gives parents a greater ability […]