NewsFlorida PoliticsMay 5, 2026Florida
Lisa Klein Challenges Incumbent Fiona McFarland for State House District 73 Seat
Democrat Lisa Klein has launched her campaign to unseat Republican Rep. Fiona McFarland in Florida's House District 73, focusing on affordability, public education, and mental healthcare access. McFarland, who filed for re-election in mid-January, holds a significant fundraising advantage, with her campaign and an associated political committee reporting over $1.3 million raised.
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Residents of 73 will decide between an incumbent with substantial campaign funding and a challenger focused on issues like rising costs, education, and healthcare access.
Key Facts
- Democrat Lisa Klein is challenging Republican incumbent Fiona McFarland for the Florida House District 73 seat.
- Fiona McFarland has a significant fundraising lead, with her campaign and an associated political committee having raised over $1.3 million.
- Lisa Klein's campaign focuses on affordability, public education, access to mental healthcare, and disability rights.
- Klein is a licensed mental health counselor and former educator, operating a private practice in Sarasota.
- McFarland's campaign account reported just under $68,000 raised and just over $14,000 spent through mid-January.