Governor DeSantis begins the event with recognitions.

• Governor DeSantis thanks the host and acknowledges the presence of key individuals and financial representatives.
• He mentions dignitaries such as CFO Jimmy Patronis, Rick Skaggs, Gary Remy, and others.

DeSantis expresses the state's stance on protecting Floridians' interests.

• He emphasizes Florida's pride in standing up for its people against external agendas.
• DeSantis discusses the state's efforts to protect local industries like agriculture from harmful narratives.

DeSantis addresses the protection of agriculture and challenges to the industry.

• Discusses the movement against cattle ranching and agriculture, criticizing the push for lab-grown meat and the consumption of insects.
• Mentions legislative actions taken to protect cattle ranching and traditional meat production in Florida.

DeSantis discusses measures to defend Florida's interests against foreign and domestic pressures.

• The state has taken action to ban the Chinese Communist Party from buying land and to prevent a central bank digital currency in Florida.
• DeSantis expresses concerns about federal overreach and the imposition of unwanted policies.

DeSantis highlights legislation to protect Florida's financial system and consumers from ESG activism.

• Florida has enacted policies to safeguard businesses and individuals from financial discrimination based on political opinions.
• The state has measures to prevent tracking of credit card transactions for firearms or ammunition purchases.

DeSantis signs a bill to enhance financial protections and addresses credit union public deposits.

• HB 989 is signed, enhancing protections against ESG activism and viewpoint discrimination in the financial system.
• The bill also allows credit unions to hold public deposits, increasing competition and potential returns for state funds.

DeSantis elaborates on the impact of ESG on state pension investments.

• Florida has led the fight against ESG in state pension investing, prioritizing returns over agendas.
• Remarks on the trend of people moving away from ESG funds due to their subpar performance.

DeSantis discusses the prohibition of indoctrination in teacher preparation programs.

• HB 1291 ensures teacher preparation programs are free of ideological agendas like DEI and CRT.
• The bill aims to prevent indoctrination and promote historically accurate teaching.

Various dignitaries and representatives speak at the event.

• CFO Jimmy Patronis discusses the qualified public deposit program and its impact on Florida's financial stewardship.
• Other speakers include representatives from the credit union industry, the firearms industry, and the education sector.

DeSantis concludes the event with final remarks and answers questions from the press.

• Addresses questions on various topics, including amendments to the state constitution, ethics reform, immigration enforcement, and EVs during hurricanes.
• Criticizes the Biden administration on national issues and highlights Florida's strong fiscal position and responsible governance.