State of the State

PolitiFact fact-checked DeSantis’ statements about Florida’s insurance rates, workforce, education policy and gun laws. For the Democrats’ response to DeSantis, we fact-checked state Sen. Jason Pizzo’s statement about law enforcement salaries, human trafficking and homeowners insurance.

House Minority Leader Fentrice Driskell says if the state cuts property taxes, the fallout will be on the shoulders of local government

Florida lawmakers say they want to investigate insurance companies. Meanwhile, Gov. Ron DeSantis calls for action on property taxes and condos.

Gov. Ron DeSantis largely stuck to broad ideas rather than detailed plans during his 31-minute State of the State address before of joint session of the Legislature.

Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed several issues, including education, immigration, sales tax holidays and the economy.

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This week on The Florida Roundup, we fact-checked Gov. Ron DeSantis’ State of the State address with PolitiFact. Then, we spoke with the former secretary for the Agency for Health Care Administration about Florida’s plan to import prescription drugs from Canada. Next, we heard from Sen. Jason Pizzo, D-Hollywood, about his push for condo reforms and then spoke with the new chairman of the Florida Republican Party. Plus, an update on winter storms from the Florida Public Radio Emergency Network and some recent education news. Finally, we ask: Is it “Sani-belle” or and “San-a-bull”?

DeSantis launched the 60 day session with a speech that touched on issues like immigration, education, and law enforcement, and appeared pitched to primary state voters as much as Floridians.

DeSantis launched the 60 day session with a speech that touched on issues like immigration, education, and law enforcement, and appeared pitched to primary state voters as much as Floridians.

In his State of the State address, Gov. DeSantis touted his efforts to prohibit mask mandates in the COVID-19 pandemic, expand gun rights, restrict abortion and get rid of diversity and equity programs at state universities.

DeSantis addressed a number of issues to kick off the 2024 Florida legislative session, including the economy, immigration, and education.

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