Hurricane Recovery

It will address a range of topics, including election crimes and hurricane recovery.

Speaking in Lee County, DeSantis also announced more funds for hurricane recovery while citing red tape in the need to get more temporary shelters to residents in Southwest Florida.

A new app and phone number are the "gateway to all housing and services for persons who are experiencing homelessness."

In addition to the insurance bill passed by the state legislature during its special session, DeSantis also signed a bill to provide property tax rebates to people whose homes were left uninhabitable by Ian.

In addition to providing $1.25 billion for homeowners impacted by Hurricanes Ian and Nicole, it expands on a current toll rebate program.

FEMA, SBA and city officials met with Fort Myers Beach residents who are struggling to navigate the rebuilding process.

The deadline to apply for financial help from Hurricane Ian is now Jan. 12.

In the weeks since the hurricane, cities such as North Port have been working to clear out debris.

D-SNAP provides food assistance for individuals and families impacted by Hurricane Ian and who are not receiving food assistance benefits through the regular Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program.

Hundreds of Lee County residents remain in a shelter more than three weeks after Hurricane Ian swept through the region. Some are hopeful of getting jobs and places to live, but those who were homeless before Ian face an even tougher recovery.

Charlotte County communications director Brian Gleason discusses the recovery efforts in Charlotte County following Hurricane Ian, and what remains to be done.

FEMA has opened locations across the state, including six in the greater Tampa Bay region.