Florida Senate

Senator and Mrs. Hooper have been such a huge part of our Senate family for the last 8 years. We cherish the time we've had with them and wish the Hoopers every happiness (many cruises and lots of golf) in retirement. ❤️⛳️🚢

I’ve been blessed with an incredible 16 years in the Legislature. Though I have 2 years left, Lee & I have decided it’s time to fully enjoy retirement. It’s hard to say goodbye to everyone we’ve come to love through this process. I’m grateful to each of you.

Happy Mother’s Day to the woman who taught me strength, grace, faith, and unconditional love. 💕🌸 Mom, thank you for every sacrifice, every lesson, every prayer, and every moment you poured into our family. Your love continues to guide and inspire me every single day.💖✨🌷

🌸 Happy Mother’s Day to all the incredible mothers, grandmothers, caregivers, and mother figures who lead with love, strength, and grace. 💕 Today, we celebrate the women whose compassion uplifts families, strengthens communities, and inspires future generations. 🌷✨ Thank you for all that you do, today and every day. 💐🌹💖 #MothersDay #HappyMothersDay #FLSD25 #CommunityFirst ----- 🌸 Feliz Día de las Madres a todas las increíbles madres, abuelas, cuidadoras y figuras maternas que lideran con amor, fortaleza y gracia. 💕 Hoy celebramos a las mujeres cuya compasión fortalece a las familias, inspira a las comunidades y guía a las futuras generaciones. 🌷✨ Gracias por todo lo que hacen, hoy y todos los días. 💐🌹💖 #DíaDeLasMadres #FelizDíaDeLasMadres #FLSD25 #ComunidadPrimero

Today was all about connecting directly with our community. 💕 Thank you to everyone who stopped by, shared conversations, and spent part of your day with us. Community starts with connection. 🤝✨

Hope everyone has a wonderful #MothersDay! Being a mom is one of the hardest jobs in the world, and today we celebrate all the love, strength, and sacrifice that comes with it. May your day be filled with love, laughter, family, relaxation! "There is no love like a mother's - she who carries the child that God knits in the womb, she who nourishes and guides, she who teaches and inspires, she who gives her heart, soul, and self for the good and happiness of her children and her family." - President Ronald Reagan

Lee and I want to wish everyone a Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms, whether a mother by blood or by love, you change the world around you!

May you have a wonderful and blessed Mother’s Day!

I am blessed beyond what I deserve, in large part because I get to call sweet Missy my wife. Happy Mother’s Day to my Missy, my daughter and daughter in love, and to every other Florida mom who pours herself into her family each and every day. You are highly valued. ❤️

Happy Mother’s Day to my mom and to all the incredible moms, grandmothers, and mother figures who fill our lives with love, strength, and joy. Wishing everyone a blessed Mother’s Day!

"Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." Psalm 33:12 🙏

Tomorrow is the 75th Annual National Day of Prayer! What a great way to celebrate America's 250 and our history as a nation and people of faith. #InGodWeTrust 🇺🇸🍊 "Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord." Psalm 33:12 🙏

Happy Birthday to @TinaPolsky and @traciedavisjax celebrating this week! ❤️🎂

Senate President Ben Albritton and Speaker Daniel Perez have issued a Joint Proclamation convening a Special Session beginning May 12 to finalize Florida’s state budget and key implementing legislation for the 2026 to 2027 fiscal year. This special session ensures the Legislature can complete its constitutional responsibility to pass a balanced budget that invests in Florida’s priorities, including education, health care, public safety, infrastructure, retirement obligations, and tax relief. As Chair of Senate Health and Human Services, I remain committed to advancing responsible policy that strengthens Florida’s health care system and supports patients, providers, seniors, and families across our state. I will also continue advocating for critical resources and investments that support the communities of Senate District 2, including Okaloosa, Walton, Bay, Holmes, Washington, Jackson, and Calhoun counties. Looking forward to continuing the work on behalf of the people of Florida.

Today we celebrated the retirement of the one and only Kathy Mizereck! Thank you Kathy for 49 years of service in Education! Special Guests @csime90, @isayray, @Kathleen4SWFL, @LinaRojasFL, Kim McDougal, Robin Safley, Judge Carlos Rey, House Education Staff, and many more!

During National Teachers Week, I'm grateful for our dedicated educators who go above and beyond for our kids every day to prepare them for the workforce or higher learning. Our students are stronger and prepared for the future because of them. #TeachersWeek

Honored to have Pastor Dr. Doug Stauffer serve as today’s Pastor of the Day for the Florida Senate and open the session in prayer. Pastor Stauffer, of Faith Independent Baptist Church in Niceville, was my guest today and represents the heart and values of our district so well. Thankful he could be here and be part of today’s session.

Thanks to Katie Grissom of Our Daily Kneads for preparing the delicious cookies for our reception. hotplate.com/ourdailykneads

And now there are three! Meet my newest grand baby Adelina Grace, born on April 26. Congratulations to my daughter Gabriella and her husband Wilson. She’s just perfect, and I cannot wait to spoil her!

This week we welcomed Senator Brian Nathan to the Senate.