DeSantis Endorsed by Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
ORLANDO (FLV) – Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke at a ‘Keep Florida Free Pit Stop’ in Orange County on Monday where he earned an endorsement from the Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (FSHCC).
The FSHCC actively promotes the economic growth and development of Hispanic entrepreneurs.
“Governor DeSantis is a leader who understands the needs of Florida’s small businesses and the people here who work hard every day. He has taken Florida through difficult times with a steady hand, and given us all a reason to believe Florida’s future is bright,” said Julio Fuentes, President and CEO Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
DeSantis responded to the endorsement with the following:
“From keeping our state open for business to increasing workforce development, it’s clear why Florida workers are thriving. While other states locked people down, Florida lifted people up. We delivered the largest tax relief package in Florida history. We are working to blunt the impact of Bidenflation while protecting workers at every turn. I am grateful for the Florida State Hispanic Chamber of Commerce’s support.“
Gov. Ron DeSantis
Florida businesses largely remained open through the pandemic. Florida leads the nation in new business formations.
In addition, Florida’s labor force has grown at a faster rate than the national average.
Florida’s Voice previously reported the unemployment rate dropped to 2.5 percent in the month of September, the second lowest rate in the state’s recorded history and the lowest rate since October 2006.
Since taking office, Governor DeSantis has allocated $3.5 billion for workforce education and training initiatives. He has required an annual review of Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses to ensure that course offerings are aligned with market demands.
Additionally, Governor DeSantis is working to ensure affordable housing options for our labor force by putting $363 million toward affordable housing initiatives, the highest funding level in 15 years.
This announcement follows several other endorsements of the Governor’s re-election campaign by the Florida Restaurant and Lodging Association, Florida Retail Federation, National Coalition of Frontline Workers, Florida Transportation Builders’ Association, National Federation of Independent Business Florida PAC, Florida Trucking Association PAC, Associated Builders and Contractors of Florida, the Florida Home Builders Association, and endorsed by every major law enforcement organization in the state.
