For residents planning to use a generator throughout power outages from Hurricane #Debby, remember the 20-20-20 rule to stay safe: ↔️ Keep generator outside & 20ft away from the house ⏰ Wait 20 min before refueling 🚨 Get a $20 carbon monoxide detector For storm info, visit

On #NationalPurpleHeartDay, we recognize and honor Purple Heart recipients and the selfless sacrifices they made while serving our country.

#Debby Updates: ❓Info: FloridaDisaster.org/Updates ☎️SAIL: 800.342.3557 🥫 Point of Distribution Sites: arcg.is/1yzLrf1 🏚️Crisis Cleanup: 844.965.1386 ⚖️Disaster Legal Aid: 833.514.2940 🤝Volunteer: Volunteerflorida.org

The reasons are clear: We prioritize public safety; balance our budget; promote political, economic and educational freedom (ranking No.1 on education and the economy); and, make major investments to improve our environment and infrastructure.

The first obligation of government is to ensure public safety. This Session, the House delivered on its promise to prioritize public safety by passing a broad range of policies meant to keep our state’s residents and visitors safe.

Don’t miss round 2 of Florida’s Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday, now through September 6!

I’m honored to announce my appointment of both John Damalas and State Rep Fiona McFarland McFarland to the Government Technology Modernization Council. They will be strong assets to the Council as it studies and monitors the development and deployment of new technologies.

It is my pleasure to reappoint Representative Rep Toby Overdorf to the Statewide Council on Human Trafficking. I am confident in his commitment to #EndHumanTrafficking and look forward to the good work he will do.

I’m proud to share my appointment of Tom Messer to the Florida Faith-based and Community-based Advisory Council. His willingness to fill this critical role will be of great benefit to Florida families and communities.

Congratulations to the #LakeMary team on winning the LLWS and to Coach Anderson for inspiring these young boys, down 1-0, to believe victory was coming.

The Tool Time Sales Tax Holiday starts Sunday! Qualifying hand tools, power tools, safety equipment, and tool storage accessories are tax-free 9/1-9/7. More info: floridarevenue.com/ToolTime And the Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday goes through 9/6! floridarevenue.com/DisasterPrep

Today, I am especially grateful for Florida House of Representatives employees and the terrific work they do in service of our great state and those who call it home. I hope you’re all enjoying the long weekend surrounded by family and friends. Happy Labor Day!

On #InternationalLiteracyDay, we celebrate the power of reading & writing. In Florida, we remain committed to ensuring every child has the resources & instruction needed to keep them reading on grade level & to foster a lifelong love of adventure through reading.

Today, we remember the lives lost and forever changed on the darkest day in modern American history. But even in that darkness, we found light - in the bravery of our first responders, the resilience of the American people, and the unity of our nation. #September11 #NeverForget

Grateful Donald J. Trump survived a 2nd assassination attempt. We still know little re: the motives and security failures of the first attempt. Ron DeSantis’ call for an independent investigation is necessary, including the suspect’s motives and today’s security protocols.

On September 16, 1565, the Florida National Guard was formed when a militia of 100 civilians mustered to protect the community now known as St. Augustine. Happy birthday, FloridaNationalGuard! #AlwaysReadyAlwaysThere