January 14, 2020

Tallahassee, Fla. – The Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) today released the following statement, attributed to its President & CEO Tom Feeney, regarding Florida Governor Ron DeSantis’ State of the State address.

“AIF applauds Governor Ron DeSantis on his State of the State address, where he outlined Florida’s successes over the last year and discussed the opportunities that lie ahead in terms of continuing to attract investment and business activities.

“Governor DeSantis has delivered on his bold vision for Florida, strengthening our economy, environment, health care and infrastructure system, to name a few.  We look forward to working with him and leaders in the Senate and House to continue to make Florida the No.1 state to do business by expanding the horizon on STEMM talent development, lowering taxes, and investing in our state’s infrastructure needs and natural resources.  We support his enthusiasm for manufacturing and aerospace growth in the state.”

Known as “The Voice of Florida Business” in the Sunshine State, Associated Industries of Florida (AIF) has represented the principles of prosperity and free enterprise before the three branches of state government since 1920. A voluntary association of diversified businesses, AIF was created to foster an economic climate in Florida conducive to the growth, development, and welfare of industry and business and the people of the state.

For more information on AIF, please visit AIF.com and follow @VoiceofFLBiz. 

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