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Sam Greco

Suzanna Pavelle

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Sam Greco

Suzanna Pavelle

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Suzanna Pavelle

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Position on major issues

Position on major issues

Abortion and reproductive policy

Official record

Voted Yes on OGSR/Parental Consent Requirements Before Terminating a Pregnancy

Apr 29, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Sponsored OGSR/Parental Consent Requirements Before Terminating a Pregnancy

Mar 26, 2025 · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

No public positions found.

Agriculture and rural policy

Official record

Voted Yes on OGSR/Aquaculture Records

Feb 4, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

Apr 29, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

No public position found.

No public positions found.

Artificial intelligence

Official record

Voted Yes on Data Centers

Mar 11, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Use of Artificial Intelligence by Governmental Agencies to Detect Concealed Firearms

Apr 24, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

AI hyperscale data centers consume massive amounts of water and energy while creating few local jobs. Read full quote

Pause AI hyperscale data centers until Florida has real water, energy, and community-impact standards

No public positions found.

Civil rights and freedoms

Official record

Voted Yes on Commencement of Civil Actions

Feb 17, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Protecting equal rights under the law, regardless of race, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity

“I’m proud to share that our campaign has been endorsed by JAX NOW,” Pavelle said. Read full quote

No public positions found.

Criminal justice and policing

Official record

Voted Yes on Correctional Facilities Financing and Capital Improvements

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Child Pornography Terminology

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Systems of Law and Terrorist Organizations

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+81 more

No public position found.

No public positions found.

Economy, jobs and wages

Official record

Voted Yes on Public Employees Relations Commission

Mar 11, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on OGSR/Administration of Small Business Loan Programs Held by an Economic Development Agency

Mar 9, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Department of Commerce

Mar 5, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+5 more

Suzanna believes families in Flagler County and part of St. Johns County should be able to afford to stay in the communities they helped build. She is focused on the costs that hit closest to home: homeowners insurance, utility bills, and the ways bad growth decisions drive up household costs.

No public positions found.

Education

Official record

Voted Yes on Higher Education

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Pre-K-12 Education

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Education

Mar 13, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+87 more

Public schools are the backbone of our communities. Suzanna will fight to make sure neighborhood public schools get the support they need to serve every student well.

If a school receives taxpayer dollars, families deserve transparency, verified enrollment, and meaningful public accountability.

Support public schools and pay teachers well Make sure every student has access to a strong education Protect taxpayer dollars and keep the focus on student success

+9 more

No public positions found.

Elections and voting

Official record

Voted Yes on Elections

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Candidate Qualification

Feb 25, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Security for Nominees and Officers-elect to the Offices of Governor and Lieutenant Governor

Feb 25, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+8 more

Ending racial gerrymandering and protecting fair voting districts so voters choose their representatives

No public positions found.

Energy

Official record

Voted Yes on Rural Electric Cooperatives

Mar 11, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Advanced Nuclear Reactors

Mar 5, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Permits for Drilling, Exploration, and Extraction of Oil and Gas Resources

Apr 30, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+3 more

Families deserve a government that pays attention to monthly bills. Suzanna supports practical steps that improve reliability, reduce waste, and help families keep more of what they earn.

Make lowering homeowners insurance costs a top priority Support practical flood-protection and resilience measures Require growth to pay its fair share instead of burdening current residents Focus on utility and household costs that families feel every month

AI hyperscale data centers consume massive amounts of water and energy while creating few local jobs. Read full quote

+1 more

No public positions found.

Environment and climate

Official record

Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+30 more

“I am thrilled to announce my endorsement from the Democratic Environmental Caucus of Florida,” Pavelle said. “I am a candidate who, when elected, commits to promoting policies that meet the challenges of the environmental and climate crisis we are facing in the state of Florida. Thank you for your endorsement.”

Protect beaches, waterways, and wetlands Support flood prevention and resilience planning Hold polluters accountable and protect natural resources Preserve our parks as natural spaces, not development sites for pickleball courts and other overbuilt projects

Wetlands, floodplains, waterways, dunes, and conservation lands are not decorative. They help protect clean water, reduce flood risk, and lower long-term public costs.

+14 more

No public positions found.

Families and social services

Official record

Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives

Mar 11, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Out-of-home Placement Providers and Treatment Facilities

Mar 4, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Specific Medical Diagnoses in Child Protective Investigations

Mar 3, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+5 more

Protecting equal rights under the law, regardless of race, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity

No public positions found.

Firearms policy

Official record

Voted Yes on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

Jan 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Use of Artificial Intelligence by Governmental Agencies to Detect Concealed Firearms

Apr 24, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Carrying of Handguns or Weapons by Law Enforcement Officers Attending Athletic Events

Apr 23, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+3 more

No public position found.

No public positions found.

Government reform

Official record

Voted Yes on Judges

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Justice Administrative Commission

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Public Records/Body Camera Recordings Recorded by a Code Inspector

Mar 10, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+19 more

Florida is getting harder for regular people to afford, and the people in power aren’t delivering. Suzanna is running because District 19 deserves someone who will fight for sustainable development, real accountability, and a Florida that works for working families.

No public positions found.

Healthcare

Official record

Voted Yes on Health Care

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Uterine Fibroid Research Database

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+96 more

Affordable healthcare and mental health care

Suzanna Pavelle has signed the Patients over Profits pledge, committing to put patients before profits and to reject contributions over $200 from corporate healthcare industry PACs.

Real school safety includes counselors, mental health support, nurses, and stable learning environments where students can focus on learning.

+1 more

No public positions found.

Housing

Official record

Voted Yes on Local Housing Assistance Plans

Mar 10, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Housing for Veterans

Mar 10, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Citizens Property Insurance Corporation

Mar 9, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+11 more

Suzanna will make lowering homeowners insurance costs a top state priority because people should not be priced out of their homes by an insurance system that feels more unstable every year.

Lower housing and homeowners insurance costs Push back on rising everyday expenses Help keep working families and seniors from being priced out

People who live in a community should have a stronger voice than state lawmakers or special interests when growth decisions shape their daily lives.

+11 more

No public positions found.

Immigration

Official record

Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility

Jan 15, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Advertisements for Representation Services

Apr 24, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility

Apr 23, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+2 more

Protecting people and civil rights from abusive immigration enforcement

Florida is spending huge sums on immigration detention and no-bid contracts with too little oversight. That money should be invested in Florida communities, not political theater.

End reckless detention spending Require transparency and oversight Invest in schools, healthcare, housing, and infrastructure Protect workers, families, and due process

+1 more

No public positions found.

Infrastructure and transportation

Official record

Voted Yes on Department of Management Services

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on State Agency Law Enforcement Radio System

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+34 more

Families deserve leadership that pays attention to the bills people actually live with. Suzanna supports practical steps that improve reliability, reduce waste, and keep more money in household budgets.

When growth is poorly planned, current residents get stuck with the bill through higher taxes, utility strain, and infrastructure costs. Suzanna will fight to make sure new growth pays for the roads, drainage, water, and wastewater capacity it demands.

Make sure roads, infrastructure, and public services keep pace with development Protect neighborhoods, waterways, and quality of life Support planning that existing residents and the character of our communities.

+11 more

No public positions found.

Local control

Official record

Voted Yes on Assessments Levied on Recreational Vehicle Parks

Mar 10, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Official Actions of Local Governments

Mar 10, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Prohibited Governmental Policies Regulating Greenhouse Gas Emissions

Mar 5, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+5 more

No public position found.

No public positions found.

National security and foreign policy

Official record

Voted Yes on Concurrent Legislative Jurisdiction over United States Military Installations

Feb 17, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

No public position found.

No public positions found.

Social Security and retirement

Official record

Voted Yes on Retirement

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Retirement

Feb 19, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Retirement

Jun 16, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+1 more

No public position found.

No public positions found.

Taxes and government spending

Official record

Voted Yes on Property Tax Administration

Jun 2, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Department of Management Services

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Correctional Facilities Financing and Capital Improvements

May 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+45 more

Suzanna is passionate about protecting Florida’s environment, water, waterways. Read full quote

When growth is poorly planned, current residents get stuck with the bill through higher taxes, utility strain, and infrastructure costs. Suzanna will fight to make sure new growth pays for the roads, drainage, water, and wastewater capacity it demands.

Florida is spending huge sums on immigration detention and no-bid contracts with too little oversight. That money should be invested in Florida communities, not political theater.

+3 more

No public positions found.

Technology and privacy

Official record

Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security

Mar 12, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Data Centers

Mar 11, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security

Mar 4, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+6 more

AI hyperscale data centers consume massive amounts of water and energy while creating few local jobs. Read full quote

Pause AI hyperscale data centers until Florida has real water, energy, and community-impact standards

No public positions found.

Veterans

Official record

Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program

Feb 25, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Veterans

May 2, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Veterans

Apr 30, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+1 more

Some veterans turn to services that offer to “help” them obtain benefits, then take a portion as payment. Read full quote

No public positions found.

Animals and wildlife

Official record

Voted Yes on Dangerous Dogs

Apr 30, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Dangerous Dogs

Apr 23, 2025 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

No public position found.

No public positions found.

Emergency management

Official record

Voted Yes on Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund/Executive Office of the Governor

Mar 13, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on OGSR/Persons Provided Public Emergency Shelter

Mar 9, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

Voted Yes on Emergency Preparedness and Response Fund/Executive Office of the Governor

Mar 9, 2026 · Passed · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+5 more

No public position found.

No public positions found.

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