John Tobia
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| John Tobia | ||
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| Florida House Of Representatives District 31 | ||
| Incumbent | ||
| In office | ||
| November 2008 - Present | ||
| Term ends | ||
| November 16, 2012 | ||
| Years in position | 4 | |
| Party | Republican | |
| Compensation | ||
| Base salary | $29,697/year | |
| Per diem | $133/per day | |
| Elections and appointments | ||
| Last election | November 2, 2010 | |
| First elected | November 4, 2008 | |
| Next election | November 6, 2012 | |
| Term limits | 4 terms (8 years) | |
| Education | ||
| Bachelor's | University of Florida | |
| Master's | University of Florida (1999) | |
| Personal | ||
| Birthday | January 6, 1978 | |
| Place of birth | Honolulu, Hawaii | |
| Profession | College Professor | |
| Websites | ||
| Office website | ||
| Personal website | ||
Contents |
Issues
Tobia 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.[1]
Sponsored legislation
Tobia's sponsored legislation includes:
- HB 1109 - "Arboriculture: Creates Florida Arborist Licensing Law; establishes licensure procedures & requirements to practice arboriculture & provide arboriculture services"
- HB 1115 - "Tax Credits: Revises priority of tax credits taken against corporate income tax or franchise tax; redefines term "adjusted federal income" to include specified tax credits; authorizes aerospace sector jobs tax credits & tuition reimbursement tax credits"
- HB 1245 - "Energy-efficient Appliance Rebate Program: Authorizes Florida Energy & Climate Commission to develop & administer consumer rebate program for specified energy-efficient appliances"
For details and a full listing of sponsored bills, see the House site.
Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Tobia has been appointed to these committees:
- Education
- Subcommittee on Criminal Justice
- Subcommittee on Higher Education Appropriations
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Tobia served on these committees:
- Criminal & Civil Justice Appropriations Committee
- Finance & Tax Council
- Health Care Services Policy Committee
- Legislative Auditing Committee, Florida State Legislature
- State Universities & Private Colleges Policy Committee
Elections
2010
Tobia won re-election to the 31st District seat in 2010. He defeated Jodi James (D) in the November 2, 2010 general election.[2]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 31 2010 General election results | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
 John Tobia (R)
| 29,517 | 62.18% | ||
| Jodi James (D) | 17,952 | 37.82% | ||
Tobia defeated Lori Halbert in the August 24 primary.[3]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 31 - Republican Primary (2010) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| John Tobia
| 7,377 | 50.66% | ||
| Lori Halbert | 7,184 | 49.34% | ||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Tobia won election to the Florida House of Representatives from Florida's 31st District, defeating Carol Wheatley (write-in). Tobia received 48,258 votes in the election while Wheatley received 323 votes.[4] Tobia raised $39,877 for his campaign.[5]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 31 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | Percent | ||
| John Tobia (R)
| 48,258 | 99.3% | ||
| Carol Wheatley (write-in) | 323 | 0.7% | ||
Campaign donors
2010
In 2010, Tobia raised $174,974 in contributions. [6]
His four largest contributors were:
| Donor | Amount |
|---|---|
| Florida Republican Party | $42,554 |
| Hospital Corp Of America | $4,000 |
| Florida Chamber Of Commerce | $3,500 |
| Southern Gardens Citrus Holding Corp | $2,000 |
2008
Below are Tobia's top 5 campaign contributors in the 2008 election:[7]
| Contributor | 2008 total |
|---|---|
| FL Police Benevolent Assoc | $2,000 |
| AT&T | $1,000 |
| Associated Builders & Contractors East Coast Chapter | $1,000 |
| Becker & Poliakoff | $1,000 |
| Associated Builders & Contractors of Florida | $1,000 |
Recent news
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External links
- John Tobia's personal website
- Florida House of Representatives - Rep. John Tobia
- Project Vote Smart legislative profile
- Project Vote Smart biography
- Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2000
References
- ↑ Project Vote Smart - Rep. Tobia Issue Positions
- ↑ Florida Election Watch - 2010 Election results
- ↑ Florida Election Watch, "August 24, 2010 State Representative primary results
- ↑ Florida House official election results for 2008
- ↑ District 31 Florida House candidate funds, 2008
- ↑ 2010 contributions
- ↑ Follow the Money - 2008 Campaign contributions
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| Preceded by - | Florida House of Representatives District 31 2008–present | Succeeded by NA |
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