Florida Senator Bill Galvano to Serve as Majority Leader
Nov 5, 2014
Above: Florida Senator Bill Galvano
Florida Senate President-Designate Andy Gardiner (R-Orlando) announced today, November 5, 2014, that he has appointed Senator Bill Galvano (R-Bradenton) as Majority Leader for the 2014-2016 legislative term.
“Over years of serving together in the House, and now the Senate, I have witnessed Bill’s strong work ethic, innate intellect and willingness to tackle tough issues,” President-Designate Gardiner said. “Bill has proven he has the support of our caucus and is ready to lead in this important role.”
“I know Bill will fight tirelessly to further the success of the Senate’s priorities, as well as those of our Republican Caucus and Republican Senators,” continued President-Designate Gardiner. “Together with our Democratic Leader, Senator (Arthenia) Joyner, Bill will work to ensure a smooth operation on the Senate floor where all Senators will have the opportunity to have their voices heard.”
Senator Galvano represents Senate District 26, which includes DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, and parts of Charlotte, Highlands, Hillsborough and Manatee counties. He served in the Florida House of Representatives from 2002-2010 and was elected to the Florida Senate in 2012.
He earned an Associate’s Degree from Manatee Community College, a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Florida and a Juris Doctor from the University of Miami.
Senator Galvano and his wife, Julie, have three children.
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