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Samantha Scott

Pamala Kaye Bivins

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Samantha Scott

Pamala Kaye Bivins

Samantha Scott

Pamala Kaye Bivins

Position on major issues

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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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Artificial intelligence

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Civil rights and freedoms

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Criminal justice and policing

Official record

Voted Yes on Correctional Facilities Financing and Capital Improvements

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

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Economy, jobs and wages

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Education

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Voted Yes 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.

Every child deserves a quality education regardless of their zip code. Pamala believes in fully funding our public schools and supporting our teachers.

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Elections and voting

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Every eligible Floridian deserves access to free, fair elections. Pamala will fight to protect the right to vote and ensure no community is left behind at the ballot box.

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Energy

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Environment and climate

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Voted Yes on Petroleum Cleanup Programs

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

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Families and social services

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Firearms policy

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Government reform

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Voted Yes on Judges

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

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Healthcare

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Voted Yes on Health Care

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

No family should have to choose between paying bills and getting the medical care they need. Pamala will advocate for accessible, affordable health care for all Floridians.

Florida's seniors have earned their benefits. Pamala will stand firm against any effort to cut or privatize Social Security and Medicare.

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Housing

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Rising costs are putting homes out of reach for working families across District 52. Pamala will push for solutions that keep housing affordable and communities strong.

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Immigration

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Infrastructure and transportation

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.

Voted Yes on State Agency Law Enforcement Radio System

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

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Local control

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National security and foreign policy

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Social Security and retirement

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Voted Yes on Retirement

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

Florida's seniors have earned their benefits. Pamala will stand firm against any effort to cut or privatize Social Security and Medicare.

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Taxes and government spending

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Voted Yes on Property Tax Administration

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

Voted Yes on Department of Management Services

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

Voted Yes on Correctional Facilities Financing and Capital Improvements

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

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Technology and privacy

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Veterans

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