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Tracy Robinson

Allison Tant
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Tracy Robinson

Allison Tant
Allison Tant represents Florida House District 9, covering Leon, Jefferson, and Madison counties. She holds leadership roles on education and commerce committees and has worked across party lines on hurricane recovery and resilience.
Tant has led local disaster-relief efforts and is a longtime advocate for people with disabilities. She founded Independence Landing, helped establish educational and workforce programs, and serves several disability-focused organizations. She is also active in numerous Tallahassee civic and educational groups and lives with her husband, Barry Richard, in a blended family with five children and two grandchildren.
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Position on major issues
Position on major issues
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
Cosponsored Hemp Consumable THC Products
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Artificial intelligence
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Voted No on Data Centers
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Civil rights and freedoms
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Allison stands with people from all strands of life, regardless of who they love or the color of their skin. But oftentimes, the scales are tipped against different communities and Allison is committed to ensuring an equitable Florida.
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Voted Yes on Commencement of Civil Actions
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Criminal justice and policing
Veterans & Public Safety Supporting those who served and keeping our communities safe.
At the core of the government’s mission is to keep our residents safe. That is always my top priority, and that means we need to support our law enforcement officers, and provide them with the tools they need to be successful and better serve all Floridians.
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Voted Yes on Child Pornography Terminology
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Economy, jobs and wages
Economy & Lower Taxes Growing local jobs and easing the tax burden on families.
Following the COVID-19 pandemic, small businesses and our economy were hit hard and continue to struggle. Allison wants to ensure that our state is providing every resource and leverage it can to support small businesses. Small businesses are the backbone of Florida’s economy and must be sustained.
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Voted No on Public Employees Relations Commission
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Education
Education & Opportunity Stronger schools and real pathways for the next generation.
Allison has spent her whole career working to reform our Pre-K, K-12, and college education system. She believes every child deserves access to a quality education, regardless of their upbringing.
Allison has led the fight to fight for children with disabilities, both before and while in office. Read full quote
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Voted No on Higher Education
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Elections and voting
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Energy
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Environment and climate
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Florida will be ground zero in the country for the impacts of climate change. Read full quote
As a member of the select committee on Hurricane Recovery and Resiliency, Allison knows that we need to prepare for the future and protect ourselves from violent storms. When disaster strikes, she shows up—and she’s committed to building a safe, sustainable future for our communities.
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Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs
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Families and social services
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Allison has led the fight to fight for children with disabilities, both before and while in office. Read full quote
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
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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
Values, Voice & Accountability Honest representation that answers to District 9, not special interests.
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Healthcare
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Voted Yes on Health Care
Voted Yes on Uterine Fibroid Research Database
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
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Housing
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After over 100 Tallahassee senior citizens were left in the dark for days after tornadoes ripped through the capital, elected officials and state agency leaders are looking to require developers who build affordable housing for seniors and people with disabilities in Florida to include emergency generators.
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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
Infrastructure Roads, bridges, and utilities that actually get fixed.
Restore Communities Investing in neighborhoods, small towns, and local infrastructure.
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Voted No on Department of Management Services
Voted Yes on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions
Voted Yes on State Agency Law Enforcement Radio System
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Local control
Restore Communities Investing in neighborhoods, small towns, and local infrastructure.
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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
Economy & Lower Taxes Growing local jobs and easing the tax burden on families.
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Voted No on Property Tax Administration
Voted No on Department of Management Services
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Technology and privacy
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Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
Voted No on Data Centers
Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
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Veterans
Veterans & Public Safety Supporting those who served and keeping our communities safe.
As the daughter and wife of U.S. Veterans, Allison has seen firsthand the struggles Veterans face. We owe every veteran our gratitude, our respect, and our support, and Allison has a clear record of fighting for Veterans.
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Animals and wildlife
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Emergency management
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Allison knows that disasters have harmed our community, and she’s committed to improving our resilience and ability to withstand them.
After over 100 Tallahassee senior citizens were left in the dark for days after tornadoes ripped through the capital, elected officials and state agency leaders are looking to require developers who build affordable housing for seniors and people with disabilities in Florida to include emergency generators.
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Tracy Robinson

Allison Tant

Tracy Robinson

Allison Tant
Allison Tant represents Florida House District 9, covering Leon, Jefferson, and Madison counties. She holds leadership roles on education and commerce committees and has worked across party lines on hurricane recovery and resilience.
Tant has led local disaster-relief efforts and is a longtime advocate for people with disabilities. She founded Independence Landing, helped establish educational and workforce programs, and serves several disability-focused organizations. She is also active in numerous Tallahassee civic and educational groups and lives with her husband, Barry Richard, in a blended family with five children and two grandchildren.
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State Representative, District 9
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