Rep. Peter Nehr
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Age 57
Residence Palm Harbor
Time in the Legislature Four years
Political Affiliation Republican
Spouse Divorced
Children Christopher, Brian, Clifford
What did you want to be when you were growing up ?
A doctor or an attorney
What do you consider to be your biggest political achievement ?
Despite a whopping eight-hour Educational Policy Council meeting Monday, the House committee came roaring back for more Wednesday -- including a lengthy discussion on teacher performance pay.
Speaker Larry Cretul, R-Ocala, tried to keep the focus on questioning and hold off debate until Thursday.
There has been lots of, lets just say, confusion about this bill, said Rep. John Legg, R-Port Richey, who introduced the performance pay measure in the House.
Former Florida House Speaker and Republican Senate candidate Marco Rubio raised $3.6 million in the first quarter of 2010, the most money he has brought in since declaring his candidacy.
A proposal that could jeopardize Children's Services Councils isn't very popular in Sen. Joe Negron's home district, but his fellow state lawmakers showed the idea overwhelming support Wednesday morning.
Gov. Charlie Crist promised Wednesday that he would veto any legislation that raises property insurance rates.
Speaking to a crowd of Realtors in the Capitol Courtyard, Crist pledged to hold the line on insurance costs, which could increase under several bills being considered by lawmakers.
Mike Haridopolos
Age - 40
Rep Janet C. Long
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Age 65
Residence Seminole
Time in the Legislature I've worked in the legislature in various capacities for 30 years. Elected to the House in 2006 reelected subsequently.
Political Affiliation Democrat
Spouse Richard
Children Anissa Railford, Paul J. Long, Richard "Logan" Long III
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What did you want to be when you were growing up ?
