Ron DeSantis

"The state of Florida for FY 21-22 will have, by far, the largest budget surplus in the history of our state." - Gov. Ron DeSantis

Secretary Dane Eagle speaks at the Governor's press conference on Florida's thriving economy.

Kirk Corwin speaks at the Governor's press conference on Florida's thriving economy.

"Health is more the avoiding one specific pathogen." - Gov. Ron DeSantis

Andrew Alfano speaks at the Governor's press conference on Florida's thriving economy.

Curtis Peery and Nelson Colon speak at the Governor's press conference on Florida's thriving economy.

This Cuban Independence Day, we are proud to recognize the Freedom Tower and the funding we secured to restore it to its former glory. It is a symbol of Florida’s commitment to the people of Cuba and those across the world who are seeking freedom from oppression.

First Lady Casey DeSantis hosted a high school The Facts. Your Future. assembly at Tohopekaliga High School to highlight the dangers of youth substance abuse, especially for teens. These assemblies will count towards the five hours of required instruction for mental health and substance abuse. Schools are encouraged to follow the assembly framework. To learn more, visit TheFactsYourFuture.org. “When you consider the situation in our country where fentanyl use is spiking and tragically causing far too many young people to needlessly lose their lives, now it is more important than ever for teenagers to understand the facts about substance abuse,” said First Lady Casey DeSantis. “When we travel across the state talking to young people about substance abuse, I am always impressed by their courage to say no to societal pressures that are pushing them toward irresponsible behavior. We also know that young people need to know the facts in order to continue to resist peer pressure, which is why this campaign focuses on providing the facts about the permanent, life altering changes of substance abuse. I am incredibly thankful for everyone who joined us today and I look forward to continuing to work with the Department of Health and our local law enforcement to help teenagers live meaningful, drug-free lives.”

“While the Biden administration has failed to stop the flow of dangerous drugs, including fentanyl, across our southern border, we are taking action in Florida to lower both the demand and the supply of illicit and illegal drugs.” - Gov. Ron DeSantis

Speaker-Designate Paul Renner speaks at the Governor's press conference on fentanyl and opioid legislation.

"A lot of people think of people that have passed away from an overdose, they think of them as junkies, but they are everyday normal people just like us." - Mike Itani

“When we think of fentanyl, we think of the addicts and the dealers, but what we forget sometimes are the other victims in this crisis: the families and the children,” said Polk County Fire Rescue Paramedic Tom Konze.

“You cannot address this problem without holding the drug dealers accountable to the fullest extent of the law. I want to thank the leaders and sponsors of this bill and the Florida Sheriffs. This bill and this effort will save lives and I thank the Governor for you and your team and the work that you do.” - Seminole County Sheriff Dennis Lemma

“There is a reason why Florida is safe,” said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

"We're gonna have a surplus of over 20 billion. That's the largest in the history of the state of Florida." - Gov. Ron DeSantis

"I think what Elon Musk said the other day about whoever puts that stuff into the teleprompter is kind of who the president is because you just never know." - Gov. Ron DeSantis

"Just imagine, Nancy Pelosi would've been gone in the 1980s if you had term limits." - Gov. Ron DeSantis

“The Shoal River Ranch Giga Site is a critical infrastructure project and the award made today is a difference-maker,” said Chairman of the Okaloosa County Board of County Commissioners, Mel Ponder.

“DEO is proud to assist the Governor in his mission to stimulate job and business growth in Florida,” said Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) Secretary Dane Eagle.

“With this funding, cancer centers will continue their cutting-edge research and provide high-quality care to patients. Our family is grateful for the care that the First Lady received during her cancer treatment this past year, and we want to make quality care available for all Floridians.” - First Lady Casey DeSantis

“I went through many harsh tests and treatments with horrible side effects, but I wasn’t going to let cancer take my life. Thankfully I had a great support system, and thanks to Sylvester giving me the help I needed, I am here. I want to thank the Governor and Legislature for your commitment to cancer research.” - Raquel Koeffler

Gov. Ron DeSantis and First Lady Casey DeSantis announce $100 million for Florida’s top cancer centers.

“With support from around the world we founded Live Like Bella to assist families affected by childhood cancer. Since then, $26 million has been made possible through our foundation for pediatric cancer research in Florida. This brings hope for children and families. Today we know that Bella smiles from heaven, and we remain charged until we know that childhood cancer no longer threatens our kids.” - Raymond Rodriquez Torres

“This funding is a wonderful thing. The research will identify places of discovery to make change. These discoveries are going to be how we prevent and treat cancer around the world.” - Dr. Ladapo

Govenor DeSantis announces $100 million in the budget for cancer funding in the state of Florida.