Early voting is now underway! Join me in voting for strong, conservative leadership up and down the ballot. 🐘

It was a great honor to attend the naming ceremony for the Ben and Missy Albritton Citrus and Horticulture Complex at my Alma Mater, Florida Southern. We were so happy my parents and Missy's Mom could join us. We are grateful and blessed. 🤟🍊🇺🇸

Do you plan to vote-by-mail? Vote-by-mail ballot requests end at 5 p.m. TODAY. If you plan to vote remotely, be sure to make your request before close of business. Contact your local Supervisor of Elections office for more information.

If you eat, you play a role in agriculture. On World Food Day, thank the farmers, ranchers and growers who work to put wholesome, nutritious food on our tables.

Great to meet Trooper Fillyaw over in Jefferson County earlier today. Our Florida Highway Patrol Troopers are working hard to keep us safe! Thank you! 🇺🇸🍊

I'm incredibly privileged to be an honorary deputy of Sheriff Mac McNeill of Jefferson County. Sheriff McNeill defended our nation as a United States Marine and served on the protective detail of three Florida Governors. He is highly-valued! Thank you Sir! @FLSheriffs 🇺🇸🍊

As we continue helping communities recover from Hurricane Isaias, we are also making investments to strengthen rural Florida and support economic growth. Today in Washington County, I announced $27 million in Rural Infrastructure Fund awards for critical projects in 14 small and rural communities across Florida. We’re also awarding $24.3 million to 12 additional rural communities to invest in infrastructure and economic opportunity. Florida has made tremendous progress recovering from this storm. We are committed to supporting the families, businesses, and communities that have been affected so that they can rebuild in the short term and thrive in the long term.

SMALL BUSINESS OWNERS: RECOVERY FUNDING IS AVAILABLE FloridaCommerce has activated a $10 million Emergency Bridge Loan Program for businesses impacted by Hurricane Isaias. 🔹 0% interest 🔹 Loans up to $100,000 for eligible small businesses 🔹 Up to $150,000 for agriculture and aquaculture businesses 🔹 Sole proprietors may qualify 🔹 All seven counties in Senate District 2 are eligible 📅 Apply by November 25, 2026, or until funds are exhausted. These are short-term loans, not grants, and must be repaid. Find the application and eligibility information at FloridaJobs.org/DisasterReco… or through the link in our bio.

251 years of the U.S. Navy! Thanks to these fine sailors who defend our seas to keep our families safe and our nation secure. ⚓

Thank the Lord for our farmers! Through rain and shine, they steward our land, providing for our state and nation. Our farmers represent some of the best of humanity, and I’m proud to run to the fight for them.

HURRICANE ISAIAS RECOVERY | POINTS OF DISTRIBUTION As recovery efforts continue following Hurricane Isaias, several counties are opening Points of Distribution (PODs) to provide residents with essential supplies, including bottled water, ice, ready to eat meals (MREs) and tarps. Below is the latest distribution information for Senate District 2 as of October 11. 📍 HOLMES COUNTY Supplies available at the following locations: 📌 Emergency Operations Center 1001 E. Highway 90, Bonifay Water, ice and MREs 📌 New Hope EMS/Fire Station 1969 Highway 2, Westville Water and MREs 📌 Cross Point Church 1488 Highway 90, Ponce de Leon Water and MREs For additional information, contact Holmes County Emergency Management at 850 547 1112. 📍 WALTON COUNTY Distribution hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Supplies include water, ice and shelf stable meals. 📌 Freeport Sports Complex 563 Hammock Trail E, Freeport 📌 DFS Community Center 361 N. 10th Street, DeFuniak Springs 📌 Emerald Coast Boys and Girls Club 80 Boys and Girls Way, Santa Rosa Beach ⏳ Opening at a later time: Paxton Ag Center US Highway 331 N, Paxton Supplies are still en route to the Paxton location. Please wait for confirmation before traveling there. 📍 OKALOOSA COUNTY A Point of Distribution is scheduled to operate in North Okaloosa County from 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. today. Available supplies will include bottled water, tarps and MREs. ⏳ The exact location has not yet been announced in the update available to our office. This distribution is intended for North Okaloosa residents. South Okaloosa residents are encouraged to utilize stores that have reopened. 📍 WASHINGTON COUNTY Washington County Emergency Management is preparing one distribution location for water and MREs. ⏳ The site is not operational yet. The county will announce the location and distribution details once the site is ready. Residents are asked not to travel to the distribution site until that announcement is made. 📍 BAY, CALHOUN & JACKSON COUNTIES We are continuing to gather confirmed distribution information for these counties. Residents should follow their county emergency management offices for the latest announcements. ⚠️ PLEASE REMEMBER Distribution locations, operating hours and available supplies can change as recovery efforts continue. Check with your county emergency management office before traveling. We will continue sharing confirmed resources and updates as they become available.

Join me in a special prayer for our educators on World Teacher Day. 🍎📚

Are you registered to vote in the November General Election? Registration closes today. Check your registration status, and make your plan to vote >> registertovoteflorida.gov/ho…

Fall in Florida's Heartland is something special. Farm families work from sunrise to sunset, and they deserve a state that fights for them just as hard. 🌾

Today we honor America's prisoners of war and those still missing in action. We remember their sacrifice, their courage and the families who continue to hope for answers. Their service will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

Happy birthday to the United States Air Force! ✈️ Seventy-nine years of aiming high and defending our skies. To every Airman, active duty, reserve or veteran, thank you. God bless you and your families.

September is National Preparedness Month, and in Florida, that is something we do not take lightly. Review your family's emergency plan, restock your kit and double-check your emergency alerts. 🌀 Get prepared >> floridadisaster.org/planprep…

Every eligible Floridian deserves a voice in our elections. Take a few minutes today to register to vote or check your registration status. Election Day is November 3! Check your registration status >> registertovoteflorida.gov/

25 years ago, our nation changed forever. Today we remember the nearly 3,000 Americans we lost on that horrendous day, the first responders who ran toward danger and the patriots who answered the call in the months that followed. #NeverForget

On Labor Day, we honor the hardworking men and women who power Florida's economy, from our farms and factories to our small businesses and skilled trades. Thank you for everything you do to keep our state moving forward.