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South Florida impacted by DeSantis' state budget cuts
By CBS Miami Team at CBS4 Miami
· July 12, 2026
· 6 min read
As he approaches the end of his time in office, Governor Ron DeSantis broke out his budget veto pen one last time. He axed about $1.7 billion from the state's $117.6 billion budget; approximately $95 million in state funding earmarked for projects here in South Florida was canceled. Miami -Dade lost
Key takeaway 6 billion budget; approximately $95 million in state funding earmarked for projects here in South Florida was canceled.
Why this matters in The Miami
The cuts to flood mitigation and water and sewer projects in Miami-Dade County are particularly concerning given the area's vulnerability to Atlantic hurricanes and sea-level rise. With $12.3 million slashed from these initiatives, residents can expect increased risks of flooding and water damage, especially in low-lying neighborhoods like Miami Beach and Little Havana. The elimination of funds for a homestead emergency operations center also raises questions about the county's disaster response capabilities. Meanwhile, the controversy surrounding the $15 million cut for security efforts at Catholic schools in Miami-Dade County highlights the need for alternative solutions to ensure the safety of the 37,000 students affected. As Miami-Dade County Commissioner Raquel Regalado noted, advocacy will be crucial in addressing these funding shortfalls, and local leaders must now work to identify new sources of support for these critical projects.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 12, 2026 ·
Source: CBS4 Miami ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? As he approaches the end of his time in office, Governor Ron DeSantis broke out his budget veto pen one last time. He axed about $1.7 billion from the state's $117.6 billion budget; approximately $95 million in state funding earmarked for projects here in South Florida was canceled. Miami-Dade lost
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