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Peggy Gossett-Seidman is an American politician. She is the Republican member for District 91 in the
Legislative Career
Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in November 2022, Gossett-Seidman has actively participated in legislative processes, serving on several key committees. She has been instrumental in passing legislation that addresses crucial issues such as voter registration, public health, and transparency in judicial processe
2022-2024 Legislative Achievements # ''CS/HB 117 (Disclosure of Grand Jury Testimony):'' Provides transparency and supports victims by unsealing grand jury testimonies related to the Jeffrey Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein case
''2. CS/HB 135 (Voter Registration Applications):'' Protects voter registration integrity by preventing unauthorized changes to party affiliations. ''3. CS/HB 165 (Sampling of Beach Waters and Public Bathing Spaces):'' Establishes a statewide system to notify the public about water contamination, protecting public healt
4. House Resolution 9-C (Support for Israel): Expresses Florida’s support for Israel and condemns terrorism, adopted unanimousl
6. HB 523 (Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program): Recognizes high school students excelling in fine arts and promoting arts education.
Funding Secured for District 91
Gossett-Seidman successfully secured $10,158,450 through state appropriations funding for vital projects in Boca Raton and Highland Beach. This significant investment will enhance infrastructure, environmental initiatives, and community service
''Approved Appropriation Project Requests:'' Boca Raton NW 35th St. Drainage Improvement Project ($300,000) City of Boca Raton- NW/SW 4th Ave Roadway Widening ($1,000,000) Boca Raton Drinking Water Transmission and Distribution Improvement ($1,400,000) Highland Beach Climate Vulnerability & Clean Water Project / Lift Station Rehabilitation ($250,000) Palm Beach County / Lake Worth Lagoon ($2,361,804) Bonefish Cove Environmental Enhancement Project ($500,000) HabCenter Programs in Education, Art and Recreation ($175,000) Faulk Center for Counseling / Mental Health Counseling ($250,000) HabCenter Supported Employment Program ($200,000) Florida Caregiving Youth – At Risk Student Services ($318,600) Palm Beach County Lake Worth Lagoon Seagrass Restoration Project Phase II ($270,500) Boca Raton Drinking Water Transmission and Distribution Improvements ($750,000) Boca Raton Jeffrey Street Seawall Replacement ($300,000) Highland Beach Clean Water Project Lift Station Rehabilitation ($250,000) HabCenter Boca Raton: Mental Health and STEAM Program for Individuals with Unique Abilities ($250,000) HabCenter Boca Raton Horticultural Employment Program ($350,000 / $175,000) Alpert Jewish Family Service, Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service & inSIGHT Traveling Holocaust Classroom ($165,000) Aging In Place with Grace, Jewish Family Services ($494,100) City of Deerfield Beach – Alzheimer’s Day Care and Senior Transportation Services ($286,705) Legislative Committee Involvement Gossett-Seidman served as Vice-Chairwoman and was assigned to six different Legislative Committees and Subcommittees in her first legislative term, ensuring that the needs of District 91 and Florida are well-represented. Committees: # Joint Legislative Auditing Committee 2. Agriculture & Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee 3. Children, Families & Seniors Subcommittee 4. Energy, Communications & Cybersecurity Subcommittee 5. Water Quality, Supply & Treatment Subcommittee 6. Pre K-12 Appropriations Subcommittee (Vice-Chairwoman) Background Information Florida State Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman has a diverse and accomplished background, starting as an athlete, lifeguard, first female Press-Director of the Women’s Tennis Association, and a groundbreaking sports journalist before moving into public service. She revolutionized Highland Beach by being the first to secure state funding and conceiving the Highland Beach fire station project. Her commitment to research and understanding of issues has earned her respect and trust from her peers and constituents alike. Revolutionary Impact on Highland Beach: As a groundbreaking councilwoman in Highland Beach, Gossett-Seidman was the first to successfully secure state funding for the town. She served on the Highland Beach Town Council from 2018-2022, during which she conceived and developed the Highland Beach fire station project. This accomplishment has significantly enhanced emergency response capabilities and the overall safety of the community.
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Peggy Gossett-Seidman is an American politician. She is the Republican member for District 91 in the Florida House of Representatives
The Florida House of Representatives is the lower house of the Florida Legislature, the state legislature of the U.S. state of Florida, the Florida Senate being the upper house. Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution of Florida, adopted ...
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She has a background as a journalist, reporter, and former Women's Tennis Association Press-Director. She has significantly contributed to various legislative initiatives in Florida.
Early Life and Career
Peggy Gossett-Seidman began her career as a sports journalist, which laid the foundation for her communication skills and public service aspirations.
Legislative Career
Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in November 2022, Gossett-Seidman has actively participated in legislative processes, serving on several key committees. She has been instrumental in passing legislation that addresses crucial issues such as voter registration, public health, and transparency in judicial processe2022-2024 Legislative Achievements # ''CS/HB 117 (Disclosure of Grand Jury Testimony):'' Provides transparency and supports victims by unsealing grand jury testimonies related to the Jeffrey Epstein, Jeffrey Epstein case
''2. CS/HB 135 (Voter Registration Applications):'' Protects voter registration integrity by preventing unauthorized changes to party affiliations. ''3. CS/HB 165 (Sampling of Beach Waters and Public Bathing Spaces):'' Establishes a statewide system to notify the public about water contamination, protecting public healt
4. House Resolution 9-C (Support for Israel): Expresses Florida’s support for Israel and condemns terrorism, adopted unanimousl
6. HB 523 (Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program): Recognizes high school students excelling in fine arts and promoting arts education.
Funding Secured for District 91
Gossett-Seidman successfully secured $10,158,450 through state appropriations funding for vital projects in Boca Raton and Highland Beach. This significant investment will enhance infrastructure, environmental initiatives, and community service''Approved Appropriation Project Requests:'' Boca Raton NW 35th St. Drainage Improvement Project ($300,000) City of Boca Raton- NW/SW 4th Ave Roadway Widening ($1,000,000) Boca Raton Drinking Water Transmission and Distribution Improvement ($1,400,000) Highland Beach Climate Vulnerability & Clean Water Project / Lift Station Rehabilitation ($250,000) Palm Beach County / Lake Worth Lagoon ($2,361,804) Bonefish Cove Environmental Enhancement Project ($500,000) HabCenter Programs in Education, Art and Recreation ($175,000) Faulk Center for Counseling / Mental Health Counseling ($250,000) HabCenter Supported Employment Program ($200,000) Florida Caregiving Youth – At Risk Student Services ($318,600) Palm Beach County Lake Worth Lagoon Seagrass Restoration Project Phase II ($270,500) Boca Raton Drinking Water Transmission and Distribution Improvements ($750,000) Boca Raton Jeffrey Street Seawall Replacement ($300,000) Highland Beach Clean Water Project Lift Station Rehabilitation ($250,000) HabCenter Boca Raton: Mental Health and STEAM Program for Individuals with Unique Abilities ($250,000) HabCenter Boca Raton Horticultural Employment Program ($350,000 / $175,000) Alpert Jewish Family Service, Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service & inSIGHT Traveling Holocaust Classroom ($165,000) Aging In Place with Grace, Jewish Family Services ($494,100) City of Deerfield Beach – Alzheimer’s Day Care and Senior Transportation Services ($286,705) Legislative Committee Involvement Gossett-Seidman served as Vice-Chairwoman and was assigned to six different Legislative Committees and Subcommittees in her first legislative term, ensuring that the needs of District 91 and Florida are well-represented. Committees: # Joint Legislative Auditing Committee 2. Agriculture & Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee 3. Children, Families & Seniors Subcommittee 4. Energy, Communications & Cybersecurity Subcommittee 5. Water Quality, Supply & Treatment Subcommittee 6. Pre K-12 Appropriations Subcommittee (Vice-Chairwoman) Background Information Florida State Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman has a diverse and accomplished background, starting as an athlete, lifeguard, first female Press-Director of the Women’s Tennis Association, and a groundbreaking sports journalist before moving into public service. She revolutionized Highland Beach by being the first to secure state funding and conceiving the Highland Beach fire station project. Her commitment to research and understanding of issues has earned her respect and trust from her peers and constituents alike. Revolutionary Impact on Highland Beach: As a groundbreaking councilwoman in Highland Beach, Gossett-Seidman was the first to successfully secure state funding for the town. She served on the Highland Beach Town Council from 2018-2022, during which she conceived and developed the Highland Beach fire station project. This accomplishment has significantly enhanced emergency response capabilities and the overall safety of the community.
References
https://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?MemberId=4891 https://www.myfloridahouse.gov/Sections/Representatives/details.aspx?MemberId=4891 https://floridapolitics.com/archives/659822-house-passes-bill-to-ease-release-of-jeffrey-epstein-grand-jury-evidence/ https://nypost.com/2024/03/02/us-news/grand-jury-testimony-from-2006-jeffrey-epstein-case-may-be-released-because-of-new-florida-law/ https://floridapolitics.com/archives/664082-legislature-passes-bipartisan-safe-waterways-act-to-streamline-contamination-reporting/ https://www.wptv.com/news/local-news/investigations/lawmaker-proposes-utilities-notify-public-immediately-after-drinking-water-tests-positive-for-contaminants https://www.upressonline.com/2024/04/one-thing-leads-to-another-boca-raton-rep-peggy-gossett-seidmans-journey-from-sports-journalist-to-lawmaker/ https://www.palmbeachpost.com/story/news/politics/2024/01/11/florida-lawmaker-aims-to-address-glitch-changing-voters-to-npa-status/72150783007/ https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2022/11/08/peggy-gossett-seidman-wins-close-house-district-91-race/External links
Campaign website
Living people Year of birth missing (living people) Place of birth missing (living people) 21st-century American legislators 21st-century American women politicians Women state legislators in Florida Republican Party members of the Florida House of Representatives Michigan State University alumni 21st-century Florida politicians Jewish American state legislators in Florida {{Florida-politician-stub