DeSantis Sets Florida Special Election Dates

Governor Ron DeSantis has scheduled special elections in Florida to fill vacancies in both the House and Senate due to resignations as members pursue congressional seats. The special primary elections for both the Florida Senate District 19 and the House District 3 are set for April 1, with general elections scheduled for June 10 if necessary. Randy Fine resigned from the Senate to run for Congress, while Debbie Mayfield, who previously held a Senate seat, plans to run for Fine's vacated position. Joel Rudman resigned from the House to pursue a congressional seat, leaving House District 3 without representation for part of the legislative session beginning March 4. In District 32, four Republicans, including Dr. Terrence Cronin Jr. and Brian Hodgers, are running to replace Mayfield, who is aiming for the Senate. The candidate qualifying period for these elections is specified from February 3 to February 4.