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Ron DeSantis Announces Pay Increases for State Law Enforcement, Firefighters

PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla.— Earlier today, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced he is recommending pay increases for state law enforcement officers and firefighters in his Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget proposal for Fiscal Year 2025-26. 

“We support the men and women who keep our streets and communities safe,”  DeSantis said. “Throughout my time in office, I have delivered on my promise to support law enforcement and first responders. Therefore, in the coming fiscal year, I am recommending a well-earned pay raise.”

The Governor’s Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget recommends $118.3 million in pay increases for more than 4,700 state sworn law enforcement officers and more than 730 state firefighters. This includes a:

  • 20% pay increase for state entry level sworn law enforcement officers; and
  • 25% pay increase for veteran sworn law enforcement officers and all state firefighters.


These pay increases will build on the support already delivered to support law enforcement and first responders. As a result of these initiatives, Florida continues to have record-low crime rates; continues to be a great place to live, work, and raise a family; and remains the friendliest state in the country for first responders.

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Read about the full Focus on Fiscal Responsibility Budget here. 

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