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Shane Abbott
Alex Finney
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Shane Abbott
Alex Finney
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Position on major issues
Position on major issues
Abortion and reproductive policy
Guided by his faith and family values, Shane is an unwavering advocate for the unborn and supports legislation that promotes a culture of life in Florida. He recently filed HB 663 to strengthen civil protections for unborn children, ensuring that Florida remains a leader in defending the sanctity of human life.
Shane's legislative record is defined by a commitment to the conservative values of his district, from defending the right to life to protecting Second Amendment rights.
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Sponsored Civil Remedies Pertaining to Abortions
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https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/meet-shane
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Agriculture and rural policy
He continues to champion the needs of rural communities by fighting for critical infrastructure funding and has taken a leading role in the 2026 session by filing House Joint Resolution 207 to provide lasting property tax relief to homeowners.
With the filing of HB 723, Representative Abbott is doubling down on his commitment to Northwest Florida's rural communities. Read full quote
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Aquaculture Records
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https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/meet-shanehttps://www.voteshaneabbott.com/
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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 Yes 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
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Elections and voting
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Energy
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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
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Families and social services
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
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Firearms policy
Representative Abbott is a staunch defender of the constitutional right to bear arms and believes every law-abiding Floridian has the right to protect their home and family. He has consistently opposed restrictive gun control measures and supports policies that uphold the Second Amendment without compromise.
Shane's legislative record is defined by a commitment to the conservative values of his district, from defending the right to life to protecting Second Amendment rights.
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Voted Yes on Minimum Age for Firearm Purchase or Transfer
Sources
https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/meet-shane
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Government reform
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Healthcare
As a pharmacist, Shane utilized his professional expertise to help pass landmark legislation that cracks down on "middleman" Pharmacy Benefit Managers who drive up the cost of life-saving medication. Read full quote
Drawing on his decades of experience as a pharmacist, Representative Abbott is leading the charge in Tallahassee to further regulate Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs). Read full quote
In the legislature, Shane has delivered significant results by leveraging his background as a pharmacist to pass landmark reforms that crack down on pharmacy middlemen and lower the cost of prescription drugs.
Sources
https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/meet-shane
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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
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Immigration
Shane believes that the rule of law is the foundation of a safe society and has consistently voted to ban sanctuary cities and strengthen E-Verify requirements across Florida. Read full quote
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Voted Yes on Employment Eligibility
Voted Yes on Advertisements for Representation Services
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Infrastructure and transportation
With the filing of HB 723, Representative Abbott is doubling down on his commitment to Northwest Florida's rural communities. Read full quote
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Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
Voted Yes on Documentary Stamp Tax Distributions
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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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Social Security and retirement
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Taxes and government spending
Representative Abbott is championing House Joint Resolution 207 to provide permanent, inflation-proof property tax relief by creating a new 25% homestead exemption for Florida homeowners. Read full quote
Representative Shane Abbott has officially filed HJR 207, a constitutional amendment designed to future-proof the homestead exemption. Read full quote
He continues to champion the needs of rural communities by fighting for critical infrastructure funding and has taken a leading role in the 2026 session by filing House Joint Resolution 207 to provide lasting property tax relief to homeowners.
Sources
https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/https://www.voteshaneabbott.com/meet-shane
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Technology and privacy
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Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
Voted Yes on Data Centers
Voted Yes on Local Government Cyber Security
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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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