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William Joseph
Jervonte Tae Edmonds
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William Joseph
Jervonte Tae Edmonds
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Jervonte "Tae" Edmonds is a politician currently serving as the incumbent State Representative for Florida House District 88. Edmonds is a businessman, real estate agent, and children's book author who wrote Adventures of the Rich and Famous. He is also a prominent civic leader in South Florida, serving as the President-Elect of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County and the founder and CEO of Suits For Seniors (and its parent organization Career Ready), a high school workforce development mentoring program. Within the legislature, he holds a key panel assignment as the Ranking Member of the Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee.
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Position on major issues
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Abortion and reproductive policy
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Agriculture and rural policy
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Aquaculture Records
Voted No on Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
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Artificial intelligence
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Voted Yes on Data Centers
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Civil rights and freedoms
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Voted Yes on Commencement of Civil Actions
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Criminal justice and policing
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Deeply committed to public safety and neighborhood investment to ensure every Palm Beach family can live and grow without fear.
Advanced in-state tuition opportunities for incarcerated Floridians rebuilding their lives
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Did not vote on Correctional Facilities Financing and Capital Improvements
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Economy, jobs and wages
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Focusing on economic justice by expanding opportunities for local entrepreneurs and attracting sustainable, high-wage jobs to our district.
• Securing vital funding for critical infrastructure including modern water plants, safe roads, and advanced equipment for our first responders. • Championing small business growth by expanding access to essential capital. • Shielding families from government overreach and intrusive surveillance tools.
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Voted No on Public Employees Relations Commission
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Education
You and your family are our top priority. We pledge, among other things, to provide improved housing, education, and community development. Together, we shape a better future.
Investing in our future by ensuring every student in District 88 has access to the resources, technology, and quality teaching they deserve.
Advanced in-state tuition opportunities for incarcerated Floridians rebuilding their lives
• Raise educator salaries to a $65,000 minimum & provide veterans $1,000 per year of duty. • Extend VPK coverage from 3 to 8 hours daily. • Expand financial support for special education. • Create pathways to emerging industries.
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Elections and voting
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Energy
Making our district eco-friendly is the need of the hour. We'll adopt a sustainable building, support public transit, and boost recycling soon, you'll enjoy clean energy, electric transportation, and much more.
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Environment and climate
Making our district eco-friendly is the need of the hour. We'll adopt a sustainable building, support public transit, and boost recycling soon, you'll enjoy clean energy, electric transportation, and much more.
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Did not vote on Petroleum Cleanup Programs
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
Voted Yes on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
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Families and social services
Prioritizing social care initiatives is essential for our District growth and sustainability. Our focus is protecting your rights by implementing what you need to advance and healthcare access .
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
Did not vote on Out-of-home Placement Providers and Treatment Facilities
Did not vote on Specific Medical Diagnoses in Child Protective Investigations
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Firearms policy
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Voted No on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer
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Government reform
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Healthcare
Prioritizing social care initiatives is essential for our District growth and sustainability. Our focus is protecting your rights by implementing what you need to advance and healthcare access .
Helped pass the Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
Advanced access to Narcan on college campuses
• Advocating for legislation to slash auto and property insurance premiums, putting more money back in your pocket. • Increasing support for first-time buyers and home fortifications to preserve local affordability. • Reducing the burden of medical bills and pharmacy costs.
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Housing
You and your family are our top priority. We pledge, among other things, to provide improved housing, education, and community development. Together, we shape a better future.
Helped move forward efforts to use unused state property for affordable housing
• Advocating for legislation to slash auto and property insurance premiums, putting more money back in your pocket. • Increasing support for first-time buyers and home fortifications to preserve local affordability. • Reducing the burden of medical bills and pharmacy costs.
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Voted Yes on Local Housing Assistance Plans
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Immigration
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Voted No on Employment Eligibility
Voted Yes on Advertisements for Representation Services
Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
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Infrastructure and transportation
Making our district eco-friendly is the need of the hour. We'll adopt a sustainable building, support public transit, and boost recycling soon, you'll enjoy clean energy, electric transportation, and much more.
• Securing vital funding for critical infrastructure including modern water plants, safe roads, and advanced equipment for our first responders. • Championing small business growth by expanding access to essential capital. • Shielding families from government overreach and intrusive surveillance tools.
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Did not vote on Department of Management Services
Did not vote on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Local control
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Voted Yes on Assessments Levied on Recreational Vehicle Parks
Voted No on Official Actions of Local Governments
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National security and foreign policy
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Social Security and retirement
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Taxes and government spending
I, William Joseph, as your state representative, will collaborate with the conservative legislature to lower your taxes and Eliminate property taxes, acting as your advocate.
• Advocating for legislation to slash auto and property insurance premiums, putting more money back in your pocket. • Increasing support for first-time buyers and home fortifications to preserve local affordability. • Reducing the burden of medical bills and pharmacy costs.
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Did not vote on Property Tax Administration
Did not vote on Department of Management Services
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Technology and privacy
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• Securing vital funding for critical infrastructure including modern water plants, safe roads, and advanced equipment for our first responders. • Championing small business growth by expanding access to essential capital. • Shielding families from government overreach and intrusive surveillance tools.
Sources
https://www.jervonte.org
+6 more
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Veterans
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Helped pass the Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
• Raise educator salaries to a $65,000 minimum & provide veterans $1,000 per year of duty. • Extend VPK coverage from 3 to 8 hours daily. • Expand financial support for special education. • Create pathways to emerging industries.
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Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Animals and wildlife
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Drug policy
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Advanced access to Narcan on college campuses
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https://www.jervonte.org
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Emergency management
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Persons Provided Public Emergency Shelter
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Jervonte Tae Edmonds
Jervonte "Tae" Edmonds is a politician currently serving as the incumbent State Representative for Florida House District 88. Edmonds is a businessman, real estate agent, and children's book author who wrote Adventures of the Rich and Famous. He is also a prominent civic leader in South Florida, serving as the President-Elect of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Palm Beach County and the founder and CEO of Suits For Seniors (and its parent organization Career Ready), a high school workforce development mentoring program. Within the legislature, he holds a key panel assignment as the Ranking Member of the Health Professions & Programs Subcommittee.
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