NFIB joined the event to help rollback unnecessary regulations.
On January 31, NFIB Florida joined Gov. Ron DeSantis and Secretary of Department of Business & Professional Regulation Halsey Beshears to find ways to lessen the regulatory burden on small business owners.
The event, which was held alongside Florida’s Professional Licensing Boards, began at Valencia College in Orlando.
DeSantis campaigned on rolling back regulations that hamper business growth.
“We’re working hard to reduce barriers to opportunity for the people of Florida,” DeSantis said in a statement. “Florida needs a licensure system that protects consumers but doesn’t put up roadblocks for people to succeed. Bold and appropriate deregulation will continue to be a top priority of my administration and we’re looking forward to getting the job done to open new opportunities for Floridians.”
NFIB’s Executive Director in Florida Bill Herrle was in attendance with several area NFIB members.
“Today Governor DeSantis sent a clear message: Regulations exist to protect the public. If it’s there to protect a profession, it just kills people’s dreams and careers,” Herrle said.
Lt. Gov. Jeanette Nuñez said the event would help small business owners.
“Small Businesses are the backbone of our economy, which is why it is essential the State of Florida focus on paring back burdensome regulation,” said Nuñez. “This will not only spur more economic growth, it will remove burdens holding back many of Florida’s industries. Cutting red tape will help create a climate that is good for both those starting a business, and those growing one. The idea is to reduce bureaucracy in order to allow individuals and businesses to regain control, develop the workforce and boost innovation for our great state.”
