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Yvette Benarroch
Kim Finer
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Yvette Benarroch
Kim Finer
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Kim Finer is a candidate running for the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 81. Dr. Finer is a longtime college professor and educator. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Miami University (1979) and a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University (1984). Her political platform emphasizes practicality over hyper-partisan politics, framing her candidacy around the core pillars of affordability, accountability, and accessibility.
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Position on major issues
Abortion and reproductive policy
Official record
This bill would go above and beyond the wrongful death legislation of other states by allowing civil suits for the wrongful death of an "unborn child" at any stage of development. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
Archived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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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
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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
This bill gives government broad power that violates 1st Amendment rights of free speech. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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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
This bill creates unequal treatment across our public workforce by specifically targeting non-public safety workers like teachers. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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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
This bill creates unequal treatment across our public workforce by specifically targeting non-public safety workers like teachers. Read full quote
What's being done to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used as intended by the voucher program? NOTHING. Your hard-earned dollars have disappeared.
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardhttps://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/about
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Elections and voting
This bill was designed to recognize the late “influencer” Charlie Kirk. Read full quote
Kim Finer believes in ACCESSIBILITY: Let's elevate our thinking and create real opportunities for the next generation of political leaders by enabling tangible entry points into government. Read full quote
ANTI-DIVERSITY BILL (HB 1001 / SB 1134): This bill is designed to restrict diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) activities at the local government level. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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Energy
ENERGY POLICY CHANGES (HB 1217): This bill is focused on restricting how state and local governments in Florida can address climate change and energy policy—particularly around “net-zero” initiatives. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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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
This bill was designed to fast-track and spur development - without prioritizing the right strategic development for our district. Read full quote
This overly complicated bill is designed to promote large scale development while skirting or challenging local zoning and comprehensive plans. Read full quote
What's being done to conserve or restore our fragile coastline, water, and wildlife? NOTHING. Unchecked development continues to put our natural resources at risk.
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardhttps://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/about
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Families and social services
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Voted Yes on Children’s Initiatives
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Firearms policy
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Did not vote 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
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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
This bill is designed to reduce mandatory vaccine requirements, which will have broad public health, workplace, and school safety implications. Read full quote
What's being done to protect voters from runaway measles infections and Cyclospora transmission? NOTHING. Our opponent is not concerned and unwilling to support strong state health practices.
This bill would go above and beyond the wrongful death legislation of other states by allowing civil suits for the wrongful death of an "unborn child" at any stage of development. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardhttps://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/about
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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
What's being done to combat rising homeowner's insurance costs for voters in the 81st district? NOTHING. These costs are still rising with no workable solutions put in place.
This bill was designed to fast-track and spur development - without prioritizing the right strategic development for our district. Read full quote
This overly complicated bill is designed to promote large scale development while skirting or challenging local zoning and comprehensive plans. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/abouthttps://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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Immigration
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Did not vote 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
NAPLES AIRPORT ISSUES (CS/HB 4005): This bill allowed state-intervention regarding Naples Airport - a unique and sensitive local issue. Read full quote
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboardArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010008/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/badbillsboard
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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
What's being done to protect local government control and keep local decision-making in our district? NOTHING. Our opponent supports giving the state greater local authority.
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/about
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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
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Voted Yes on Property Tax Administration
Voted Yes on Department of Management Services
What's being done to ensure taxpayer dollars are being used as intended by the voucher program? NOTHING. Your hard-earned dollars have disappeared.
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/about
No public positions found.
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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No public positions found.
Veterans
Official record
Voted Yes on Veterans Dental Care Grant Program
Voted Yes on Veterans
Did not vote on Veterans
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Animals and wildlife
What's being done to conserve or restore our fragile coastline, water, and wildlife? NOTHING. Unchecked development continues to put our natural resources at risk.
Sources
https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/aboutArchived copy: https://web.archive.org/web/20260927010150/https://www.kimfinerforflorida.com/about
No public positions found.
Emergency management
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Voted Yes on OGSR/Persons Provided Public Emergency Shelter
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Kim Finer is a candidate running for the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 81. Dr. Finer is a longtime college professor and educator. She holds a Bachelor of Arts from Miami University (1979) and a Ph.D. from Texas A&M University (1984). Her political platform emphasizes practicality over hyper-partisan politics, framing her candidacy around the core pillars of affordability, accountability, and accessibility.
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