The $117 billion spending plan includes support for mental health and addiction services, cancer research, maternal and child health, elder care, and veterans’ services.

Florida Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the state's new budget of about $115 billion into law Monday, capping the end of a lengthy and combative legislative season that was largely defined by GOP infighting,

The roughly $115 billion budget was $3.5 billion less than the current year. DeSantis’ action shrinks the plan even further, and tucks more into what had been $12.4 billion in reserves. Much of the delay by lawmakers stemmed from clashes with DeSantis, and between the House and Senate, over spending and tax breaks.