¶ Ron DeSantis
Transphobe serving as Florida Governor (R) · 🔴 Signed anti-trans executive orders and bills
¶ Overview
Ron DeSantis has signed multiple anti-transgender bills into law, establishing Florida as one of the most restrictive states for transgender rights. As Governor, he has enacted healthcare bans, school restrictions, facility access laws, and censorship measures targeting the LGBTQ+ community.
¶ Contact Information
¶ Official Office
| Contact Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Phone | (850) 717-9337 (Governor's Office) |
| Alternate Phone | (850) 488-7146 |
| Fax | (850) 488-9642 |
| Email (Official) | GovernorRon.DeSantis@eog.myflorida.com |
| Email (Media) | media@eog.myflorida.com |
| Mailing Address | The Capitol, 400 S. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-0001 |
| Appointments Office | (850) 717-9243 |
| Website | flgov.com |
| Contact Form | flgov.com/contact |
¶ Social Media
| Platform | Handle/Link |
|---|---|
| Twitter/X (Official) | @GovRonDeSantis |
| Twitter/X (Personal) | @RonDeSantis |
| Facebook (Official) | facebook.com/GovRonDeSantis |
| Instagram (Official) | @govrondesantis |
| YouTube (Official) | youtube.com/@GovRonDeSantis |
| Truth Social | @GovRonDeSantis |
| Telegram | @GovRonDeSantis |
¶ Campaign Information
| Item | Details |
|---|---|
| Campaign Website | rondesantis.org |
| Donation Page | WinRed - DeSantis |
| Campaign Contact | Contact Form |
| Campaign Address | c/o Florida Freedom Fund, 301 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, FL 32301 |
| Campaign Phone | (850) 717-9337 |
¶ Organization Connections
¶ Anti-Trans Organizations
| Organization | Connection |
|---|---|
| Heritage Foundation | Policy alignment, public appearances, endorsed conservative education policies |
| Alliance Defending Freedom (ADF) | Supported policies aligned with ADF's legal positions on religious liberty and LGBTQ+ issues |
| Family Research Council (FRC) | Endorsed and supported by FRC for conservative family policy positions |
| American Principles Project | Supported by APP for family and education policy positions |
| Moms for Liberty | Endorsed by Moms for Liberty for education policies |
| Parents' Rights in Education | Supported parents' rights legislation aligned with this organization |
¶ Event Speaking
- Heritage Foundation: Spoke at events promoting conservative education policies
- Family Research Council: Addressed FRC events on family values
- Moms for Liberty: Appeared at their events supporting parents' rights in education
¶ Key Anti-Trans Legislation Signed
¶ 2023 Legislation
| Bill | Sponsor | Summary | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SB 254 | Sen. Ileana Garcia (R-37) | Bans gender-affirming care for minors; restricts adult care | 🔴 SIGNED INTO LAW |
| HB 1069 | Rep. Randy Fine (R-33) | Classroom instruction ban; pronoun restrictions | 🔴 SIGNED INTO LAW |
| HB 1521 | Rep. Adam Botana (R-23) | Bathroom/facility access restrictions | 🔴 SIGNED INTO LAW |
| HB 1438 | Rep. Fiona McFarland (R-71) | Youth performance access restrictions | 🔴 SIGNED INTO LAW |
¶ 2026 Legislation
| Bill | Sponsor | Summary | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| SB 1134 | Sen. Clay Yarborough (R-9) | Anti-Diversity in Local Government (restricts LGBTQ programs) | 🔴 SIGNED INTO LAW |
¶ Detailed Bill Analysis
¶ SB 254 (2023) - Gender-Affirming Care Restrictions
Signed: May 2023
Effective: Immediately upon signing
Provisions:
- Prohibits gender-affirming care for anyone under 18, including:
- Sex reassignment surgeries
- Puberty blockers
- Hormone therapies
- For adults:
- Requires state-mandated informed consent forms completed in person
- Restricts prescriptions to physicians only
- Limits telehealth access
- Grants courts temporary emergency jurisdiction to halt sex reassignment procedures for out-of-state children present in Florida
Impact:
- Most care in Florida previously provided through telehealth or nurse practitioners
- Significantly impacted healthcare delivery for transgender adults and minors
Legal Challenges:
- Filed in federal court shortly after enactment
- Preliminary injunction granted in some aspects
¶ HB 1069 (2023) - Classroom and Pronoun Restrictions
Signed: May 2023
Provisions:
- Prohibits classroom instruction on sexual orientation and gender identity from Pre-K through 8th grade
- Prevents students from being required to declare pronouns in school
- Allows parents to opt out of instruction
¶ HB 1521 (2023) - Bathroom and Facility Access
Signed: May 2023
Provisions:
- Requires educational institutions, detention facilities, correctional institutions, and public buildings to:
- Designate restroom and changing facilities based on biological sex
- Provide one-person unisex facilities as alternative
¶ HB 1438 (2023) - Youth Performance Access
Signed: May 2023
Provisions:
- Prohibits minors from attending adult performances
- Authorizes fines or license suspension for venues admitting children to such performances
- Critics argue this targets drag performances and LGBTQ+ events
¶ HB 1001/SB 1134 (2026) - Anti-Diversity in Local Government
Signed: Early 2026
Implementation: January 2027
Provisions:
- Restricts local governments from supporting or promoting programs targeting LGBTQ residents
- Written in broad language affecting diversity initiatives
- Amendments added to preserve Pulse Memorial and permit Pride festivals with restrictions
¶ Legislative Timeline
| Date | Event |
|---|---|
| May 2023 | Signed SB 254, HB 1069, HB 1521, HB 1438 |
| Early 2026 | Signed HB 1001/SB 1134 |
| Jan 2027 | HB 1001/SB 1134 implementation |
¶ Key Political Figures Connected
- Sen. Ileana Garcia (R-37): Primary Sponsor SB 254
- Rep. Randy Fine (R-33): Primary Sponsor HB 1069, HB 1421 (trans ban)
- Rep. Adam Botana (R-23): Primary Sponsor HB 1521
- Rep. Fiona McFarland (R-71): Primary Sponsor HB 1438
- Sen. Clay Yarborough (R-9): Primary Sponsor SB 1134 (anti-diversity)
¶ Resources
- Florida Governor's Office: https://www.flgov.com
- Florida Legislature: https://www.flsenate.gov
- Equality Florida: https://www.eqfl.org
¶ Sources
- Florida Governor's Press Release
- Wikipedia - Florida Senate Bill 254
- Equality Florida - 2026 Bill
- Florida Phoenix - Trans Bill Advances
¶ 🤝 Hold them accountable — Florida
Last updated: April 3, 2026
¶ Corporate Donors
These companies have funded Ron DeSantis campaigns, providing the financial backing for his anti-trans legislation:
- Publix Super Markets — Major Florida-based donor (00k+)
- GEO Group — Private prison company, major DeSantis donor
- Florida Power & Light — Largest utility donor in Florida