Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia Awards Over $2 Million to Support Florida Law Enforcement Agencies in Immigration Enforcement Efforts
2/23/2026
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PANAMA CITY, Fla.—Today, Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia announced over $2 million to local law enforcement agencies for immigration enforcement efforts. The agencies that were awarded today are the Bay County Sheriff’s Office, Walton County Sheriff’s Office, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, Holmes County Sheriff’s Office, City of Blountstown, Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office and the Marianna Police Department.
Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia said, “Reckless open border policies from the previous Biden administration have resulted in dangerous consequences for Floridians. But thanks to the support of Governor DeSantis and President Trump, our law enforcement officers have the resources necessary to put these criminal illegal aliens behind bars. We are not taking our foot off the gas, and we will continue to support our law enforcement officers as they work to protect our communities.”
Bay County Sheriff Tommy Ford said, “Florida has a zero-tolerance policy for criminal illegal aliens who break our laws. CFO Ingoglia, and our other state and federal partners understand the importance in ensuring public safety in our communities. Thank you, CFO Ingoglia, for your continued support and commitment to law enforcement.”
Walton County Sheriff Michael Adkinson Jr. said, “In Walton County, our officers are actively working to remove criminal illegal aliens and ensure the security of our county. I want to thank CFO Ingoglia for equipping us with the resources our deputies need to do their jobs and to keep our citizens safe.”
Washington County Sheriff Kevin Crews said, “Thank you to CFO Ingoglia and the Florida Cabinet for the work you all do to support law enforcement across the state. These funds give us the resources our deputies need to do their job safely and effectively.”
Holmes County Sheriff John Tate said, “The money awarded today is about protecting our community, Holmes County residents, and our deputies who are working tirelessly every single day. Thank you, CFO Ingoglia, for being a great partner for all law enforcement communities here in Florida.”
Calhoun County Sheriff Michael Bryant said, “I want to thank CFO Ingoglia for always stepping up to the plate by giving our deputies the funding they need to fight back against the dangerous consequences of illegal immigration.”
The State Board of Immigration Enforcement awards funding to Florida law enforcement agencies that applied for immigration enforcement reimbursement. State and local law enforcement agencies can partner with ICE under the 287 (g) agreement to help with immigration enforcement.
As part of the Florida Cabinet, CFO Ingoglia is a member of the State Board of Immigration Enforcement. Other members include Governor Ron DeSantis, Attorney General James Uthmeier, and Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson.
Funds awarded to Florida law enforcement agencies by the State Board of Immigration Enforcement today:
- Bay County Sheriff’s Office- $685,956
- Walton County Sheriff’s Office- $648,805
- Washington County Sheriff’s Office- $77,530
- Marianna Police Department- $30,361.50
- Holmes County Sheriff’s Office- $24,892.60
- City of Blountstown- $26,055.50
- Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office- $15,071
Funding to be approved by the State Board of Immigration at the 2/24/26 Florida Cabinet Meeting
- Washington County Sheriff’s Office- $552,292
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About the CFO
Florida
Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and State Fire Marshal Blaise Ingoglia serves as
the state’s top financial watchdog, a member of the Florida Cabinet, and the
head of the Florida Department of Financial Services. As CFO, he oversees
billions of dollars in state funds and is committed to protecting taxpayer
dollars, strengthening Florida’s fiscal health, and delivering essential
services that support the state’s excellent economy. As State Fire Marshal, CFO
Ingoglia also works every day to support Florida’s first responders as they
risk their lives to serve and protect communities across the state.