State Representative, District 21

Jackie believes protecting Florida’s natural resources is both an environmental and economic priority. She’ll work to preserve clean water, safeguard farmland, and invest in sustainable infrastructure that supports our tourism, agriculture and local farmers, and future generations of Floridians.

Moved forward the development of the Hawthorne Industrial Park to attract new businesses, support job creation, and strengthen the local economy. This effort positions Hawthorne to compete for new investment while creating opportunities for residents to work closer to home.

Lowering Costs & Expanding Opportunity for Working Families Jacquelyn will fight to rein in rising insurance premiums, utility costs, and everyday expenses, and oppose policies that pad corporate profits at the expense of working families. Read full quote

As a college professor — and someone who once helped rally parents to save her community’s local school from closure — Jackie has always fought for our children’s future. Read full quote

Secured a Santa Fe College outpost so local students can access college courses and workforce training without leaving the community.

Hosted the Hawthorne Sustainability and Resilience Summit, uniting mayors, policy experts, and community leaders from across Alachua County to develop solutions on energy, water, food systems, and public health resilience.

Jackie believes protecting Florida’s natural resources is both an environmental and economic priority. She’ll work to preserve clean water, safeguard farmland, and invest in sustainable infrastructure that supports our tourism, agriculture and local farmers, and future generations of Floridians.

With firsthand experience as a respiratory therapist and frontline healthcare worker during COVID‑19, Jackie knows healthcare isn’t political — it’s personal. Read full quote

Helped break ground on a 15,000-sq-foot 5.9 million dollar community resource center to connect residents with healthcare, support services, and critical resources.

Moved forward affordable housing projects like Bella Meadows, including new homes and rent-to-own options, helping more families achieve stable housing and a path to homeownership.

Secured millions in state, county, and water management district funding to upgrade Hawthorne’s water and wastewater systems, with 3 million dollars invested.

Worked with Cox to expand high-speed internet and strengthen local infrastructure, including access at all city buildings.

Lowering Costs & Expanding Opportunity for Working Families Jacquelyn will fight to rein in rising insurance premiums, utility costs, and everyday expenses, and oppose policies that pad corporate profits at the expense of working families. Read full quote

Worked with Cox to expand high-speed internet and strengthen local infrastructure, including access at all city buildings.