Gov. DeSantis gives Florida workers extra days off for Christmas
Don’t accuse Ron DeSantis of being a Grinch.
Florida’s Governor is gifting state employees three extra paid days off for Christmas and the New Year:
— Dec. 26, the day after Christmas.
— Dec. 29, the Friday before New Year’s Eve.
— Jan. 2, the day after New Year’s Day.
Combined with regular office closures and an extra day off DeSantis gave state workers before Thanksgiving, this year’s paid leave is the most any Florida Governor has given during the holiday season in at least 15 years.
DeSantis said it’s much deserved.
“Our state employees have worked tirelessly throughout the year to assist Florida families,” he said in a statement.
“Over the past few months, they have selflessly responded...