State Governor Ron DeSantis (FL) News

Flags to fly at half-staff for three fallen officers in Palm Beach County

On November 22, 2024, Governor Ron DeSantis directed flags to be flown at half-staff in honor of Corporal Luis Paez and Deputy Sheriff Ralph Waller.

Casey DeSantis honors young patient at Thanksgiving Turkey Trot

First Lady Casey DeSantis participated in a Thanksgiving Turkey Trot event to raise awareness for pediatric cancer and honor Griffin Anderson, a young child battling Ewing's sarcoma.

Governor DeSantis announces additional funding for Florida's military-supporting infrastructure

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced an additional $2.1 million in funding for military-supporting infrastructure in Florida through the Defense Reinvestment Grant Program.

Casey DeSantis announces second annual holiday toy drive for needy families

First Lady Casey DeSantis has announced the launch of the second annual 'Hope for the Holidays Toy Drive' in Tallahassee, Florida.

Governor DeSantis appoints Joseph Zimmerman to Nassau County School Board

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Joseph Zimmerman to the School Board of Nassau County.

DeSantis appoints three members to Florida's Barbers' Board

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the appointment of three individuals to the Barbers’ Board.

Governor DeSantis appoints new member to Baker County School Board

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Emil “Clayton” Lyons to the School Board of Baker County.

DeSantis appoints two new judges to Orange County Court

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced two appointments to the Orange County Court.

DeSantis extends Gulf Red Snapper fishing season by additional days

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced an extension of the 2024 Gulf Red Snapper recreational season by 17 days.

Flags lowered in memory of two officers after fatal crash

On November 21, 2024, Corporal Luis Paez and Deputy Sheriff Ralph Waller lost their lives in a car crash.

Florida reaches milestone with 6,400 bonuses for new law enforcement recruits

Governor Ron DeSantis has announced the allocation of 300 new bonuses to law enforcement officers in Florida, bringing the total number of bonuses awarded through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program to 6,400.

Governor DeSantis appoints Belvin Perry Jr. to FAMU Board of Trustees

Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the appointment of Belvin Perry Jr. to the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University Board of Trustees.

DeSantis concludes trade mission with agreements boosting healthcare technology

Governor Ron DeSantis concluded a trade mission in Milan, Italy, with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) involving Medical Microinstruments Inc., the University of South Florida, and Tampa General Hospital.

Flags lowered in honor of former congressman Andrew P. Ireland

Former U.S. Congressman Andrew P. Ireland, who also served as a Winter Haven City Commissioner, passed away on October 20, 2024, at the age of 94.

DeSantis advances trade ties between Florida and Italy

Governor Ron DeSantis continued his trade mission in Italy on the fourth day, engaging with businesses and startups in Northern Italy.

DeSantis oversees international agreements during Italy trade mission

Governor Ron DeSantis continued his trade mission in Italy by visiting the Ferrari facility in Maranello.

DeSantis announces new SelectFlorida trade office set to open in Italy

Governor Ron DeSantis announced plans to open a new SelectFlorida international trade development office in Italy in 2025.

DeSantis meets Italian PM Meloni during international trade mission

Governor Ron DeSantis recently met with Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni in Rome to discuss the relationship between Italy and Florida.

Florida sees record tourist numbers with over thirty-four million visitors in Q3

Florida has once again achieved record-breaking tourism numbers in the third quarter of 2024, as announced by Governor Ron DeSantis.

Students invited to send holiday greetings to deployed troops

Today, on Veterans Day, Lieutenant Governor Jeanette Nuñez announced the second annual 'Holiday Letters to Heroes' initiative.