Gov. DeSantis Releases $117B Budget, Prioritizing Teacher and Police Raises

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Gov. DeSantis releases $117B budget, prioritizing teacher and police raises

Here's how much the Governor wants to spend on everything, from Schools of Hope to road projects.

DeSantis seeks $117B Florida budget with boost for teacher pay

On the cusp of his final year in office, Gov. Ron DeSantis wants a $117 billion budget – about $2.2 billion more than the current year.

New Florida fiscal budget will increase teacher salaries: What we know about the 2026-27 budget proposal

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis says he's committed to supporting the state's education system by allocating over $1.5 billion in this upcoming fiscal budget to increase teachers' salaries.

DeSantis unveils plan to spend $117 billion in final budget proposal

The plan would represent a $2.2 billion increase from last year's proposal.