To view and download video from the event, click here.

PONTE VEDRA, Fla. – Today, Florida Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Jimmy Patronis addressed the Florida Sheriffs Association 2021 Winter Conference in Ponte Vedra. At the event, CFO Patronis announced that during the 2021 Legislative Session, he will support Governor DeSantis’ “Combating Violence, Disorder Looting and Law Enforcement Protection Act” and will oppose any cuts to the state budget that impacts partnerships with local law enforcement. The CFO also said he will work to oppose the anti-law enforcement culture that is being pushed throughout the nation and by certain elements of the Florida Legislature. Click here to read the CFO’s remarks as prepared for delivery.

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About CFO Jimmy Patronis 
Chief Financial Officer and State Fire Marshal Jimmy Patronis is a statewide elected official and a member of Florida’s Cabinet who oversees the Department of Financial Services. CFO Patronis works each day to fight insurance fraud, support Florida’s firefighters, and ensure the state’s finances are stable to support economic growth in the state. Follow the activities of the Department on Facebook (FLDFS) and X (@FLDFS).