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Erin Huntley

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Erin Huntley

Leonard Spencer

Erin Huntley

Leonard Spencer

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Erin Huntley

Erin Huntley is a candidate running for the Florida House of Representatives to represent District 45. Huntley has a private-sector background in human resources and strategy, including past management and consulting roles with Walt Disney Parks & Resorts and JetBlue Airways. Deeply entrenched in Florida politics, she serves as the Chair of the Orange County and Chair of the Chairman's Caucus for the . She was also appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis to the Florida Virtual School Board of Trustees.

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Leonard Spencer

Leonard Spencer is an American businessman and politician currently serving as the incumbent State Representative for Florida House District 45. Spencer is a corporate finance executive with a B.S. from Tuskegee University and an MBA from the University of Alabama.

Spencer campaigns on a pragmatic, economy-focused platform that emphasizes his corporate background to bring "win-win solutions" to Central Florida's infrastructure and cost challenges.

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Position on major issues

Position on major issues

Abortion and reproductive policy

No public position found.

Leonard Spencer has spent his career in our community and raised his family here. He knows that making our community stronger starts with implementing policies that lower the cost of living, standing up to special interests, and ensuring women are in control of their own healthcare.

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

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

No public positions found.

Agriculture and rural policy

No public position found.

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Voted Yes on OGSR/Aquaculture Records

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

Voted No on Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services

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

No public positions found.

Artificial intelligence

No public position found.

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Did not vote on Data Centers

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

Sponsored Task Force on Artificial Intelligence in Public Postsecondary Education

Dec 23, 2025 · Did not pass · 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.

No public positions found.

Civil rights and freedoms

No public position found.

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Voted Yes on Commencement of Civil Actions

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

No public positions found.

Criminal justice and policing

She'll work to keep taxes low, address rising insurance costs, support law enforcement, strengthen our schools, and ensure government spends taxpayer dollars responsibly.

Now she’s running for Florida House District 45 to expand school choice, strengthen public safety, promote fiscal discipline, and create opportunity for Florida families.

As Florida continues to grow, Leonard will work with local governments, schools, and law enforcement offices to increase funding for mental health services for students and populations in need. Read full quote

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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.

+81 more

No public positions found.

Economy, jobs and wages

Cost of Living and Tax Relief: Huntley emphasizes making living affordable again in Central Florida. Her platform focuses on lowering property taxes, decreasing property insurance premiums, and reigning in state government spending to alleviate inflation.

Leonard is also fighting to hold the insurance industry accountable to lower our costs, investing in workforce training to raise our wages, and making sure the voices of Central Florida families are heard in the state Capitol.

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Voted No 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.

+9 more

No public positions found.

Education

As a mother of three, Erin knows every child learns differently. She'll continue expanding educational opportunities, supporting excellent teachers, improving literacy, and making sure parents remain partners in their children's education.

Now she’s running for Florida House District 45 to expand school choice, strengthen public safety, promote fiscal discipline, and create opportunity for Florida families.

Leonard knows firsthand how a quality education can make a difference in breaking the cycle of economic distress in a family. Read full quote

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Voted No 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.

+89 more

No public positions found.

Elections and voting

No public position found.

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Voted No 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.

+10 more

No public positions found.

Energy

No public position found.

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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.

Cosponsored Advanced Nuclear Reactors

Jan 9, 2026 · Did not pass · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+4 more

No public positions found.

Environment and climate

No public position found.

Leonard is bringing back resources to our communities to upgrade our infrastructure so our water is clean, traffic keeps moving, we have access to broadband, and our neighborhoods are safer for our families. Read full quote

He’s also brought resources back to our community to keep our water clean and ensure young kids have access to the nutrition they need to grow strong and healthy.

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Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs

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

+33 more

No public positions found.

Families and social services

No public position found.

He’s also brought resources back to our community to keep our water clean and ensure young kids have access to the nutrition they need to grow strong and healthy.

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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.

+7 more

No public positions found.

Firearms policy

No public position found.

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Did not vote on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer

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

Sponsored Firearm Hold Agreements

Jan 7, 2026 · Did not pass · 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.

+5 more

No public positions found.

Government reform

No public position found.

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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.

+17 more

No public positions found.

Healthcare

No public position found.

He sponsored and passed legislation to invest in Florida’s high-tech aerospace industry and improve mental healthcare access for veterans.

As Florida continues to grow, Leonard will work with local governments, schools, and law enforcement offices to increase funding for mental health services for students and populations in need. Read full quote

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Voted Yes on Health Care

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

+102 more

No public positions found.

Housing

Erin Huntley will fight to make Florida more affordable by keeping taxes low, lowering property insurance costs, cutting wasteful government spending, and expanding opportunities for families to achieve the American Dream.

Cost of Living and Tax Relief: Huntley emphasizes making living affordable again in Central Florida. Her platform focuses on lowering property taxes, decreasing property insurance premiums, and reigning in state government spending to alleviate inflation.

She'll work to keep taxes low, address rising insurance costs, support law enforcement, strengthen our schools, and ensure government spends taxpayer dollars responsibly.

Leonard is holding insurance companies and corporate landlords accountable to lower the cost of housing for Central Florida families. Read full quote

Leonard is also fighting to hold the insurance industry accountable to lower our costs, investing in workforce training to raise our wages, and making sure the voices of Central Florida families are heard in the state Capitol.

Official record

Voted Yes on Local Housing Assistance Plans

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

+15 more

No public positions found.

Immigration

No public position found.

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Did not vote 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

No public positions found.

Infrastructure and transportation

Public Safety and Infrastructure: Highlighting rising local traffic and rapid community development as top concerns for her district, Huntley pledges to act as a practical problem-solver in Tallahassee. Her public safety platform strongly supports law enforcement and first responders.

Leonard is bringing back resources to our communities to upgrade our infrastructure so our water is clean, traffic keeps moving, we have access to broadband, and our neighborhoods are safer for our families. Read full quote

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.

+37 more

No public positions found.

Local control

No public position found.

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Voted Yes on Assessments Levied on Recreational Vehicle Parks

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

Voted No on Official Actions of Local Governments

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

Voted No on Prohibited Governmental Policies Regulating Greenhouse Gas Emissions

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

+6 more

No public positions found.

National security and foreign policy

No public position found.

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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 positions found.

Social Security and retirement

No public position found.

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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.

Did not vote on Retirement

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

+1 more

No public positions found.

Taxes and government spending

Erin Huntley will fight to make Florida more affordable by keeping taxes low, lowering property insurance costs, cutting wasteful government spending, and expanding opportunities for families to achieve the American Dream.

She'll work to keep taxes low, address rising insurance costs, support law enforcement, strengthen our schools, and ensure government spends taxpayer dollars responsibly.

Now she’s running for Florida House District 45 to expand school choice, strengthen public safety, promote fiscal discipline, and create opportunity for Florida families.

Leonard knows firsthand how a quality education can make a difference in breaking the cycle of economic distress in a family. Read full quote

Leonard Spencer has spent his career in our community and raised his family here. He knows that making our community stronger starts with implementing policies that lower the cost of living, standing up to special interests, and ensuring women are in control of their own healthcare.

Official record

Voted No on Property Tax Administration

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

+49 more

No public positions found.

Technology and privacy

No public position found.

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Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security

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

Did not vote 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.

+8 more

No public positions found.

Veterans

No public position found.

He sponsored and passed legislation to invest in Florida’s high-tech aerospace industry and improve mental healthcare access for veterans.

Official record

Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program

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

Cosponsored Veterans Dental Care Grant Program

Oct 23, 2025 · Became law · Source: Open States, linked to official Florida Senate records.

+4 more

No public positions found.

Animals and wildlife

No public position found.

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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 positions found.

Emergency management

No public position found.

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Voted No 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 No 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 positions found.

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