TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WTXL) - On his first official day as Florida Governor, Ron DeSantis has issued two executive orders about diversity in government, ethics, open government and preventing sexual harassment in the workplace.
According to the governor's office, the first executive order reaffirms the policy of non-discrimination in government employment.
The order seeks to prohibit discrimination in employment based on age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, marital status, or disability and to ensure equal opportunity for all individuals currently employed and/or seeking employment in the DeSantis Administration.
To see Executive Order 19-10, click HERE.
The second order directs the immediate adoption and implementation of a revised Code of Ethics applicable to the Executive Office of the Governor, as well as all agency heads, deputy agency heads and chiefs of staff at executive branch agencies.
It directs all state agencies headed by an official to review its policies and procedures regarding sexual harassment and misconduct.
To see Executive Order 19-11, click HERE.
