Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis highlighted key findings in the 2024 Florida Debt Report, which provides a comprehensive overview of Florida's debt obligations and financial practices. Prepared annually by the Division of Bond Finance, the report reflects the state’s commitment to maintaining fiscal discipline while investing in future growth.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis provided remarks highlighting Florida Veterans during a Veterans Roundtable hosted by the Florida Commission on the Status of Women (FCSW). Following his remarks, CFO Patronis moderated a panel with Florida Lt. Governor Jeanette Nunez highlighting financial security for Florida’s Veterans and how best to assist veterans in their transition into civilian life after returning home from a deployment. The FCSW was created over three decades ago by the Florida Legislature to raise awareness and celebrate women's contributions and successes throughout the state.

Today, during a meeting of the Governor and Florida Cabinet, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis approved significant state investments to enhance land conservation efforts in the Florida Panhandle. These strategic land purchases, totaling over 20,000 acres, underscore the state’s commitment to preserving the region's natural beauty while supporting local communities and economies.

Today, during a meeting of the Florida Cabinet, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis voted to implement the Florida Veterans Dental Care Grant Program, an initiative to provide essential dental care services to eligible veterans in Florida. During the Cabinet Meeting, the Governor and Cabinet voted to approve the publication and final adoption of the rules related to the program and implementation of House Bill 635. The grant, which allocates $1 million in funding for dental programs specifically designed for veterans, emphasizes the importance of maintaining good oral health as a critical component of overall well-being. The US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) reports that only 15% of veterans are eligible to access dental services through the VA.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced the launch of a study to determine how gold and silver bullion can be used as legal tender in the State of Florida. Currently, gold and silver can be purchased as investment vehicles but cannot be used as money to buy goods and services. CFO Patronis’ groundbreaking study is a major first step toward the potential use of gold and silver as money in the state, and would have the added benefits of being a tax-exempt hedge against inflation and devaluation of the U.S. Dollar, as well as an alternative form of currency to protect Floridians from Central Bank Digital Currencies.

Today, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) & State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis highlights the risks of lithium-ion battery fires during the holiday season and provides tips to prevent fire-related incidents as Floridians celebrate the season with family and friends.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced that more than $31 million in unclaimed property was returned to Floridians during the month of November. Since CFO Patronis took office in 2017, nearly $2.6 billion in unclaimed property has been returned to Florida citizens.

Today, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis warned consumers to beware of potential scams surrounding Black Friday, Cyber Monday and Giving Tuesday as Floridians begin their search for holiday shopping deals and offers. CFO Patronis offered tips to avoid becoming a victim of fraud or identity theft this year, as consumers are expected to spend 19% more than they did last year during the Thanksgiving holiday. In 2023, American’s donated over $3.1 billion to charitable causes during Giving Tuesday.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is encouraging all Floridians to practice fire safety while cooking during the Thanksgiving Holiday. According to the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA), Thanksgiving is the leading day of the year for home fires involving cooking equipment. Additionally, the NFPA recommends you test your smoke alarm at least once a month and replace all smoke alarms in your home every 10 years.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis launched the 2024 Holiday Money Hunt and is encouraging Floridians to spread the word and search to see if you or your business has Unclaimed Property that has been unknown or lost and ready to recover.

Today, the Florida Department of Financial Services announced that the “My Safe Florida Condo” pilot program has received the maximum number of applications for existing grant funding and that the pilot program is no longer accepting applications at this time.

Today, during a meeting of the Florida Elections Canvassing Commission, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis released a statement following the certification of voting returns in the 2024 General Election.

Today, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis issued an official letter to major U.S. banks warning against a coordinated activist campaign to “de-bank” meat and dairy businesses. More than 100 activist organizations are targeting the nation’s largest banks in an effort to cut off financial services for meat and dairy livestock and animal feed production, which they say will stop climate change. In his letter, CFO Patronis made it clear that Florida will not tolerate any form of financial discrimination against its livestock or agricultural industries, that no one has the right to take food off of Floridians’ tables, and that he stands ready to assist financial institutions in resisting the climate activists’ radical demands.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced the arrests of Rochell Green and Breana Ferguson, both employees of the health care company Aetna. Green and Ferguson allegedly submitted at least 42 false insurance claims and uploaded false documentation to support their claims. The scheme took place from 2019-2023 and resulted in Green receiving more than $408,000 and Ferguson receiving more than $736,000 from their false claims.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis and the Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) launched the “My Safe Florida Condo” pilot program, a new initiative that helps condominium associations strengthen their properties against hurricanes.

Today, at a press conference in Naples, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis highlighted the 'Check My Contract' portal to fight post-storm fraud. The Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) 'Check My Contract' portal assists residential or commercial property insurance policyholders who have entered into a repair contract with contractors, restoration professionals, or public adjusters related to an insurance claim.

Today, at a press conference in Tampa, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis highlighted the 'Check My Contract' portal to fight post-storm fraud following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Florida Department of Financial Services (DFS) 'Check My Contract' portal assists residential or commercial property insurance policyholders who have entered into a repair contract with contractors, restoration professionals, or public adjusters related to an insurance claim.

Today, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced the appointment of David Powell to the First Housing Development Corporation of Florida Board of Directors.

Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis will host a press conference TOMORROW, MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4th at 10 a.m. ET to discuss post-storm fraud prevention and provide resources for policyholders recovering from storms.

Today, Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis announced that more than $36 million in unclaimed property was returned to Floridians during the month of October. Since CFO Patronis took office in 2017, nearly $2.6 billion in unclaimed property has been returned to Florida citizens. For the month of September, CFO Patronis returned more than $33 Million in Unclaimed Property to Floridians.