Department of Commerce

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What is the purpose of the department?

The purpose of the Department of Commerce is to assist the Governor in working with the Legislature, state agencies, business leaders, and economic development professionals to formulate and implement coherent and consistent policies and strategies designed to promote economic opportunities for all Floridians. The department is the Governor's chief agency for business recruitment and expansion and economic development.

What activities are performed by the department?

The department's activities include the following.

Community Development manages the state's land planning and community development responsibilities ensuring that new growth fosters economic development while protecting resources of state significance. Services include rural and urban small business assistance and economic development, community planning; grants for infrastructure, economic development, housing rehabilitation, and revitalization; assistance programs for low-income Floridians; and special district information.
Economic Development provides support for attracting out-of-state businesses to Florida, promoting the creation and expansion of Florida businesses, and facilitating Florida's economic development partnerships. Services include intergovernmental planning for economic development strategies; economic development project facilitation and support; and incentive and grant performance measurement.
Workforce Services partners with CareerSource Florida and the state's 24 Local Workforce Development Boards to strengthen Florida's business climate by supporting employers and helping Floridians gain employment, remain employed, and advance in their careers. Services include workforce program development and guidance, oversight, federal performance and financial reporting, and technical assistance; labor market information; and reemployment assistance services.

How are these activities funded?

The funding information listed below is provided by Transparency Florida. Please contact the department for more information on its funding. Additional information about department funding and activities is available on the State of Florida Fiscal Portal.

Fiscal Year: 2025-26

	Fund	Dollars	Positions
COMMERCE, DEPARTMENT OF
PROGRAM: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
	FLORIDA HOUSING FINANCE CORPORATION	285,000,000	.00
	HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT	497,716,224	146.00
PROGRAM: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
	ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT	199,438,813	55.00
PROGRAM: EXECUTIVE DIRECTION AND SUPPORT SERVICES
	EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP	9,124,677	60.00
	FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION	18,545,886	106.00
	INFORMATION SYSTEMS AND SUPPORT SERVICES	22,621,265	100.00
PROGRAM: WORKFORCE SERVICES
	CAREERSOURCE FLORIDA	20,612,541	.00
	REEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE APPEALS COMMISSION	4,555,527	33.50
	REEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAM	109,378,712	417.00
	WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT	365,729,834	570.50
TOTAL		1,532,723,479	1,488.00

Source: www.transparencyflorida.gov

Where can I get more information?

Performance measures and standards for the department can be found in its Long Range Program Plan.

Additional Resources

OPPAGA Reports and Presentations
A complete list of OPPAGA reports and presentations is available on our website.

Other Reports
A complete list of Florida Auditor General reports is available on its website.

Websites of Interest
CareerSource Florida
Florida Sports Foundation
SelectFlorida
Space Florida
VISIT FLORIDA
U.S. Department of Commerce

Applicable Statutes

Section 20.60, Florida Statutes

Department Contact Information

Florida Department of Commerce Contact Website
Florida Department of Commerce
107 East Madison Street
Tallahassee, Florida 32399-4120
(850) 245-7105
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