DeSantis Trims $1 Billion from Florida Budget, Emphasizes Fiscal Restraint

Governor's vetoes impact water projects, opioid programs, and local initiatives while maintaining key funding areas.

The 2024-25 budget is slightly smaller than the previous year's at $116.5 billion.
Significant cuts include $205 million from water treatment projects and $12 million from opioid crisis programs.
DeSantis preserved funding for transportation, education, and emergency preparedness.
Democratic leaders criticize the cuts, citing Florida's affordability crisis and unmet community needs.
The budget includes tax cuts, teacher pay raises, and funding for prison repairs.