NewsFOX 13 Tampa BayOctober 28, 2026Hillsborough County
Governor DeSantis awards $100 million in state grants for Florida springs restoration and water supply projects
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Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $100 million in state grants distributed across 45 projects to improve water quality and expand water supply infrastructure throughout Florida. The funding includes $50 million dedicated specifically to 23 projects aimed at restoring freshwater springs and reducing nitrogen levels.
Read the full story at FOX 13 Tampa BayWhy It Matters
The $100 million in state funding directly affects local infrastructure and environmental projects across 45 designated locations, with half of the total amount targeted at lowering in freshwater springs by more than 55,000 pounds annually.
Key Facts
- Governor Ron DeSantis announced more than $100 million in state grants for water quality and water supply projects.
- The funding is split across a total of 45 projects statewide.
- The state allocated $50 million specifically for 23 projects focused on restoring natural freshwater springs.
- State officials project the enhancements will reduce total nitrogen levels by more than 55,000 pounds per year.
- The announcement was made during a press conference in Crystal River on Wednesday.
- Florida Department of Environmental Protection Secretary Alexis A. Lambert participated in the announcement alongside the governor.
Who's Mentioned
PersonRon DeSantis“Governor of Florida who announced the grants”locationFlorida“State receiving the water restoration grants”PersonAlexis A. Lambert“Secretary of the Florida Department of Environmental Protection”OrganizationFlorida Department of Environmental Protection“State environmental agency”locationCrystal River“Location of the press conference”