Employment

Voted yes on CS/CS/SB 1758 (2024), which transferred the Florida Unique Abilities Partner Program (s. 413.801, F.S.) from the Department of Commerce to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities. Senate third reading, February 7, 2024: passed 38-0. She was one of the bill's co-introducers. Became law as Chapter 2024-14.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 23, 2026

Voted yes on CS/SB 832 (2024), which required state agencies under the Employment First Act to collect and share data on employment of individuals with disabilities, set accountability measures, and required an annual statewide report. Senate passage, February 21, 2024: passed 38-0. Became law as Chapter 2024-60.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 24, 2026

Voted yes on CS/HB 915 (2026), which created the Working People with Disabilities program, allowing adults with disabilities who work to qualify for Medicaid coverage under specified income and asset limits. Senate passage, March 5, 2026: passed 36-0. Became law as Chapter 2026-88.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 24, 2026

Voted yes on CS/CS/HB 1279 (2026). This was a catch-all education bill covering many unrelated topics; this entry describes only its vocational rehabilitation provisions. It requires vocational rehabilitation service providers to apply to, rather than simply register with, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, which must set minimum qualifications and an annual application period and publish an annual report; and it requires entities charging for services to people who are blind or visually impaired to disclose in writing whether the same services are available elsewhere at no cost. Senate third reading, March 13, 2026: passed 36-1. Became law as Chapter 2026-59.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 23, 2026

Voted yes on CS/HB 915 (2026), which created the Working People with Disabilities program, allowing adults with disabilities who work to qualify for Medicaid coverage under specified income and asset limits. House passage, February 25, 2026: passed 115-0. Became law as Chapter 2026-88.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 24, 2026

Voted yes on CS/CS/HB 1279 (2026). This was a catch-all education bill covering many unrelated topics; this entry describes only its vocational rehabilitation provisions. It requires vocational rehabilitation service providers to apply to, rather than simply register with, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, which must set minimum qualifications and an annual application period and publish an annual report; and it requires entities charging for services to people who are blind or visually impaired to disclose in writing whether the same services are available elsewhere at no cost. House third reading, March 3, 2026: passed 84-25; also voted yes on final House passage, March 13, 2026 (81-16). Became law as Chapter 2026-59.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 23, 2026

Voted yes on CS/HB 915 (2026), which created the Working People with Disabilities program, allowing adults with disabilities who work to qualify for Medicaid coverage under specified income and asset limits. House passage, February 25, 2026: passed 115-0. Became law as Chapter 2026-88.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 24, 2026

Voted yes on CS/CS/HB 1279 (2026). This was a catch-all education bill covering many unrelated topics; this entry describes only its vocational rehabilitation provisions. It requires vocational rehabilitation service providers to apply to, rather than simply register with, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, which must set minimum qualifications and an annual application period and publish an annual report; and it requires entities charging for services to people who are blind or visually impaired to disclose in writing whether the same services are available elsewhere at no cost. House third reading, March 3, 2026: passed 84-25; also voted yes on final House passage, March 13, 2026 (81-16). She was the bill's House sponsor. Became law as Chapter 2026-59.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 23, 2026

Voted yes on CS/SB 832 (2024), which required state agencies under the Employment First Act to collect and share data on employment of individuals with disabilities, set accountability measures, and required an annual statewide report. House passage, March 5, 2024: passed 113-0. Became law as Chapter 2024-60.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 24, 2026

Voted yes on CS/CS/SB 1758 (2024), which transferred the Florida Unique Abilities Partner Program (s. 413.801, F.S.) from the Department of Commerce to the Agency for Persons with Disabilities. House passage, March 6, 2024: passed 114-0. Became law as Chapter 2024-14.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 23, 2026

Voted yes on CS/HB 915 (2026), which created the Working People with Disabilities program, allowing adults with disabilities who work to qualify for Medicaid coverage under specified income and asset limits. House passage, February 25, 2026: passed 115-0. Became law as Chapter 2026-88.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 24, 2026

Voted yes on CS/CS/HB 1279 (2026). This was a catch-all education bill covering many unrelated topics; this entry describes only its vocational rehabilitation provisions. It requires vocational rehabilitation service providers to apply to, rather than simply register with, the Division of Vocational Rehabilitation, which must set minimum qualifications and an annual application period and publish an annual report; and it requires entities charging for services to people who are blind or visually impaired to disclose in writing whether the same services are available elsewhere at no cost. House third reading, March 3, 2026: passed 84-25; also voted yes on final House passage, March 13, 2026 (81-16). Became law as Chapter 2026-59.

Source: Official voting record · Verified September 23, 2026

Says Florida should strengthen supported employment, vocational training, apprenticeships, internships, and employer partnerships, and says she would support employer hiring incentives and transition planning that begins before high school graduation.

"I believe every person deserves the opportunity to contribute, earn an income, develop independence, and feel that their work has value—including people with autism and other disabilities. Florida should strengthen supported employment, vocational training, apprenticeships, internships, and partnerships between employers and disability-service organizations. I would also support incentives that encourage employers to hire, train, and retain individuals with disabilities while creating workplaces where people can succeed. This needs to begin before someone graduates from high school. Transition planning should connect students with real opportunities to explore careers, develop job skills, and understand what independence can look like for them. We should stop looking at disability first and start looking at ability, skills, interests, and potential. I have spent much of my professional life advocating for children and families, and I believe that advocacy should continue as young people become adults. People with disabilities are not simply recipients of services. They are employees, entrepreneurs, neighbors, taxpayers, caregivers, and community members. Florida should make sure they have meaningful opportunities to participate and succeed."

Source: Candidate questionnaire · Verified October 3, 2026