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Michelle Salzman
Francesca Yabraian
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Michelle Salzman
Francesca Yabraian
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Francesca Yabraian is a first-generation American and public servant whose experiences overcoming dyslexia, epilepsy, and discrimination inspired a lifelong commitment to service. Her background includes leading community initiatives, advocating for veterans and people with disabilities, earning academic honors, and serving nine years in the federal government. Now running for Florida House District 1, she aims to preserve the American Dream for future generations.
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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 Yes on Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services
Sponsored Hemp Consumable THC Products
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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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Voted Yes on Child Pornography Terminology
Voted Yes on Systems of Law and Terrorist Organizations
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Economy, jobs and wages
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Voted No on Public Employees Relations Commission
Voted Yes on OGSR/Administration of Small Business Loan Programs Held by an Economic Development Agency
Voted Yes on Department of Commerce
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Education
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Voted Yes on Higher Education
Voted Yes on Pre-K-12 Education
Voted Yes on Education
Strengthening Public Schools: Her educational platform opposes cutting public classroom resources and favors broad investments to support public school teachers and build safer local schools. Her pro-education platform has earned her the formal endorsement of the Seminole Public Education PAC.
Sources
https://www.vote4francesca.com/
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Elections and voting
Salzman is a staunch advocate for term limits at every level of government. While in the State Legislature, she imposed limitations on the length members of the Utility Authority in Escambia County could hold office. She also brought forth legislation to impose term limits on County Commissioners.
Sources
https://michellesalzman.com
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Energy
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Did not vote on Rural Electric Cooperatives
Voted Yes on Advanced Nuclear Reactors
Cosponsored Advanced Nuclear Reactors
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Environment and climate
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Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs
Voted Yes on Onsite Sewage Treatment and Disposal System Permits
Voted Yes on Perfluoroalkyl and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances
Public Beach Access: She strongly advocates for protecting and reinforcing public access to Florida's coastal areas and beaches, opposing private real estate encroachments that restrict local citizens.
Sources
https://www.alignable.com/pensacola-fl/candidate-for-florida-house-district-1
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Families and social services
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
Did not vote on Specific Medical Diagnoses in Child Protective Investigations
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Firearms policy
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Voted Yes on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer
Cosponsored Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer
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Government reform
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Healthcare
Mental health and healthcare troubles are plaguing the Florida Panhandle, and to help move toward solutions Michelle Salzman founded the Mental Health Task Force of Northwest Florida. Read full quote
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https://michellesalzman.com
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Housing
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Voted Yes on Local Housing Assistance Plans
Voted Yes on Housing for Veterans
Voted Yes on Citizens Property Insurance Corporation
Freezes rent temporarily to stop sudden increases Protects tenants from unfair barriers when challenging rent
Launches an independent investigation into rate increases Requires full transparency in company practices Forces refunds and rate reductions if overcharges are found
Targets large-scale, out-of-state and foreign investors who are driving up costs and pricing local families out of their communities Discourages vacant properties that reduce housing availability Protects access to housing for Florida residents
Sources
https://www.vote4francesca.com/read-my-planArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260930033114/https://www.vote4francesca.com/read-my-plan
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Immigration
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Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
Voted Yes on Advertisements for Representation Services
Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
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Infrastructure and transportation
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Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
Voted Yes on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions
Voted Yes on State Agency Law Enforcement Radio System
Francesca believes that protecting our constitutional rights starts at home. That means defending the First Amendment, challenging intrusive Flock surveillance, protecting our Fourth Amendment privacy, and investing in strong local infrastructure that serves the people who live here first.
Sources
https://www.vote4francesca.comArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260930031758/https://www.vote4francesca.com
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Local control
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Voted Yes on Assessments Levied on Recreational Vehicle Parks
Voted Yes on Official Actions of Local Governments
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National security and foreign policy
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She fights for affordable housing, affordable healthcare, protection of the 7th Amendment right to a civil jury trial, and an education system treated as a national security priority, not a political talking point.
Sources
https://www.vote4francesca.comArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260930031758/https://www.vote4francesca.com
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Social Security and retirement
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Taxes and government spending
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Voted Yes on Property Tax Administration
Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
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Technology and privacy
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Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
Voted Yes on Data Centers
Did not vote on Local Government Cyber Security
Francesca believes that protecting our constitutional rights starts at home. That means defending the First Amendment, challenging intrusive Flock surveillance, protecting our Fourth Amendment privacy, and investing in strong local infrastructure that serves the people who live here first.
Sources
https://www.vote4francesca.comArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260930031758/https://www.vote4francesca.com
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Veterans
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Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
Voted Yes on Veterans
Voted Yes on Veterans
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Animals and wildlife
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Emergency management
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Persons Provided Public Emergency Shelter
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Michelle Salzman
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Francesca Yabraian
Francesca Yabraian is a first-generation American and public servant whose experiences overcoming dyslexia, epilepsy, and discrimination inspired a lifelong commitment to service. Her background includes leading community initiatives, advocating for veterans and people with disabilities, earning academic honors, and serving nine years in the federal government. Now running for Florida House District 1, she aims to preserve the American Dream for future generations.
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