Fred Hawkins (born July 11, 1967) is an American politician who served as a member of the

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from 2020 until his resignation in 2023, representing parts of Central Florida around Osceola, Orange, and

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Counties.

Early life and education

Hawkins was born in Ohio. He earned a B.S. degree in political science from the

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Career

From 2008 to 2020, Hawkins served as a commissioner for Osceola County. He also served on the planning commission for Osceola County from 1998 to 2007. On May 11, 2023, Hawkins announced via social media that he had been chosen to become the next president of South Florida State College. He resigned from the House on June 30.

Committee assignments

* Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee '' Vice Chair'' * Education & Employment Committee '' Republican Committee Whip'' * Postsecondary Education & Workforce Subcommittee * Appropriations Committee * Local Administration, Federal Affairs & Special Districts Subcommittee

Election history

References

1967 births Republican Party members of the Florida House of Representatives 21st-century American legislators University of Akron alumni Living people 21st-century Florida politicians {{Florida-politician-stub