Bryan Nelson
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| Bryan Nelson | ||
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| Florida House Of Representatives District 38 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| 2006 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| November 16, 2012 | ||
| Years in position | 6 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $29,697/year | |
| Per diem | $133/per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| First elected | November 2, 2010 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | 4 terms (8 years) | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of Florida (1979) | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | September 14, 1958 | |
| Place of birth | Orlando, Florida | |
| Profession | Insurance Agent | |
| Religion | Methodist | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Campaign website | ||
Contents |
Nelson currently serves as President of Nelson's Insurance Services, and is the former President of Nelson's Florida Roses.
He is a member of the Community Action Board, Habitat for Humanity, Rotary Club of Apopka, Apopka Chamber of Commerce, and Florida Foliage Association.[1]
Issues
Nelson did not provide answers to the Florida State Legislative Election 2008 Political Courage Test. The test provides voters with how a candidate would vote on the issues if elected.[2]
Sponsored legislation
Nelson's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 405 - "Delivery Vehicles: Authorizes use of golf carts, low-speed vehicles, & utility vehicles by seasonal delivery personnel during certain timeframe; requires specified vehicles to be equipped with safety equipment."
- HB 1005 - "Charter Schools: Revises provisions & duties relating to charter schools, charter technical career centers, charter applicants, sponsors, & governing boards"
- HB 1433 - "City of Orlando Firefighter Pension Fund, Orange County: Provides member with 20 years or more of service who is involuntarily determined to be disabled not in line of duty right to elect normal service retirement"
For details and a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Nelson has been appointed to these committees:
- Economic Affairs
- Select Committee on Water Policy
- Subcommittee on Government Operations (Appropriations)
- Subcommittee on Government Operations (State Affairs)
- Subcommittee on Insurance and Banking, Chair
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Nelson served on these committees:
- Economic Development Policy Committee
- General Government Policy Council (Vice Chair)
- Government Operations Appropriations Committee
- Insurance, Business & Financial Affairs Policy Committee
Elections
2010
Nelson ran for re-election to the 38th District seat in 2010. He did not have any opposition in the August 24 primary. The general election took place on November 2, 2010. Nelson defeated James Heinzelman, who ran for the seat on the Florida Tea Party ticket.[3]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 38 2010 General election results | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 Bryan Nelson (R)
| 31,062 | 81.98% | ||
| James Heinzelman (Tea) | 6,829 | 18.02% | ||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Nelson won re-election to the Florida House of Representatives from Florida's 38th District, defeating Lonnie Thompson (D) and Lawrence Fisher (NPA). Nelson received 33,889 votes in the election while Thompson received 27,302 votes, and Fisher received 1,595 votes.[4] Nelson raised $218,808 for his campaign; Thompson raised $15,858, and Fisher raised $1,365.[5]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 38 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| Bryan Nelson (R)
| 33,889 | 54.0% | ||
| Lonnie Thompson (D) | 27,302 | 43.5% | ||
| Lawrence Fisher (NPA) | 1,595 | 2.5% | ||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Nelson raised $133,118 in contributions. [6]
His five largest contributors were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Florida Chamber Of Commerce | $4,000 |
| Florida Association Of Realtors | $2,000 |
| Southern Gardens Citrus Holding Corp | $2,000 |
| Florida Association Of Insurance Agents | $1,500 |
| AT&T | $1,500 |
2008
Below are Nelson's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[7]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| FL Republican Party | $24,370 |
| FL Home Builders Assoc | $2,500 |
| AT&T | $2,000 |
| FL Cable Telecommunications Assoc | $2,000 |
| Hospital Corporation of America | $2,000 |
Recent news
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External links
- Bryan Nelson's personal website
- Florida House of Representatives - Rep. Bryan Nelson
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006
References
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Nelson Biography
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Nelson Issue Positions
- ↑ Florida Election Watch - 2010 Election results
- ↑ Florida House official election results for 2008
- ↑ District 38 Florida House candidate funds, 2008
- ↑ 2010 contributions
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign contributions
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| Preceded by - | Florida House of Representatives District 38 2006–present | Succeeded by NA |
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