Tallahassee, Fla. – The Everglades Trust (Trust) today issued the following statement, attributed to its CEO Anna Upton, regarding Governor Ron DeSantis’ fiscal year 2025-26 budget recommendations for Everglades restoration and water quality improvements.
“Thank you, Governor DeSantis, for including over $1 billion for Everglades restoration and water quality improvements in your budget recommendations for fiscal year 2025-26.
“With this historic investment, Governor DeSantis continues to make good on his word to protect and restore the Everglades. He understands that investing in Everglades restoration not only helps the environment but also yields a significant return for the state, as Florida’s economy depends on clean water and a healthy and restored Everglades.
“Restoring America’s Everglades is integral to a thriving and prosperous Florida. We look forward to working with the Florida Legislature on funding for Everglades restoration.”
For more information on the Trust, visit evergladestrust.org and follow @evtrust on Twitter.
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