Jimmy Patronis, Florida’s Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal, stated in a June 5 video on X that the state’s insurance market and the cost of insurance are improving due to litigation reforms spearheaded by State Representative Tom Leek and the state’s hurricane preparedness program.

“This market has been a challenge over the last couple years,” said Patronis. “It’s affected everyone, my household included, but I want to tell you there’s a light at the end of this tunnel with the combination of the My Safe Florida Home program, the litigation reforms we’ve had, we’re seeing downturns in the rates that are taking place in the state of Florida. Where we were seeing double-digit increases over the last couple years, this year we’re seeing carriers asking for no rate increase or dropping their rates. Again, a special shoutout to my good friend Tom Leek – none of this would’ve been possible if it wasn’t for his leadership.”

According to the My Safe Florida Home program’s website, it allocates grant funding for home strengthening improvements to protect homes from hurricanes. These improvements include roof covering upgrades, door and window upgrades, and roof-to-wall connection reinforcement. Program participants can potentially lower their home insurance premiums.