Rick Scott Calls for Extra $100 Million for Visit Florida

On Friday in Orlando, pointing to record tourism numbers, Gov. Rick Scott called for investing an additional $100 million for Visit Florida in next years budget.

"Last year, we secured more than $63 million in our 'Florida Families First Budget,' for Visit Florida and we made record gains in tourism, Scott said. We are on track for another record year, and we hope to build on this incredible momentum and make the Sunshine State the No. 1 travel destination in the world. To do that, we are going to recommend an historic $100 million in our 'Its Your Money Tax Cut Budget' this year. Because every 85 visitors to our state support one Florida job, a growing tourism industry equates to more jobs for Florida families and a stronger economy."