Florida Governor DeSantis Signs $117.6 Billion Budget, Vetoes $1.6 Billion

Miami Fort Lauderdale, FL, June 29, 2026 —

TALLAHASSEE, FL – Governor Ron DeSantis has officially signed Florida’s state budget for the upcoming fiscal year, a financial plan totaling $117.6 billion. The new fiscal year commences on Wednesday.

In a move to control state expenditures, Governor DeSantis exercised his veto power, striking $1.6 billion from the legislatively approved budget. This marks the fourth consecutive year the governor has aimed to reduce overall spending through his vetoes.

During a press conference, DeSantis explained his decision-making process, stating that he vetoed items deemed “inappropriate” or merely “nice to have.” His stated priority was to ensure funding is directed towards essential services and organizations that align with the state’s strategic vision.

Among the significant vetoes was the rejection of security funding specifically designated for Miami-Dade Catholic schools. The governor cited the existing voucher funding available to these schools as the reason for this particular veto.

The enacted budget outlines substantial investments across several key areas. These include allocations for road construction projects, increases in teacher salaries, funding for cancer research initiatives, and resources for the restoration of the Everglades. These investments reflect a commitment to infrastructure, education, health, and environmental preservation within the state.

A $4 million allocation intended for the descendants of the Groveland Four was among the budget items that successfully navigated the governor’s veto pen, preserving this specific funding.

Additionally, Governor DeSantis vetoed a sovereign immunity bill. This bill had proposed to increase the compensation caps in negligence lawsuits against the state.

Story summarized from the original created by Gabrielle Russon on floridapolitics.com, see more information here.

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