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About Leonard Spencer, Florida State Representative

Original title: Leonard Spencer — ballotpedia.org

June 18, 2026

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Finance Connection

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$35,500across 20 reported contributions
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CandidateDonorAmountIndustryDate
Leonard SpencerSPENCER LEONARD$15,000CANDIDATEJan 2026
Leonard SpencerSPENCER LEONARD$2,500CANDIDATEFeb 2025
Leonard SpencerGRABOWSKI HENRY$1,000PROGRAMMERDec 2025
Leonard SpencerPITTMAN LAW GROUP, PL$1,000LAW FIRMAug 2025
Leonard SpencerGAYLES KELLY$1,000PHYSICAL THERAPISTAug 2025
Leonard SpencerFLORIDA EDUCATION ASSOCIATION ADVOCACY FUND$1,000POLITICAL COMMITTEEDec 2025
Leonard SpencerGASKINS REUEL$1,000PHYSICIANJul 2025
Leonard SpencerDOSAL TOBACCO CORPORATION$1,000TOBACCOMar 2025
Leonard SpencerFLORIDA ACRE$1,000POLITICAL COMMITTEEJul 2025
Leonard SpencerSOUTHERN GLAZER'S WINE AND SPIRITS, LLC$1,000ALCOHOL DISTRIBUTORMar 2025
Leonard SpencerABC LIQUORS, INC.$1,000ALCOHOL SALESMar 2025
Leonard SpencerFLORIDA JUSTICE PAC$1,000POLITICAL COMMITTEEMar 2025
Leonard SpencerFLORIDA RV PAC$1,000POLITICAL COMMITTEEMar 2025
Leonard SpencerANDERSON PHILLIP$1,000FINANCENov 2025
Leonard SpencerMEYERS JARED$1,000SALES CONSULTINGAug 2025
Leonard SpencerANDERSON JENNIFER$1,000NOT EMPLOYEDJul 2025
Leonard SpencerHCA WEST FLORIDA DIVISION GOOD GOVERNMENT PAC$1,000POLITICAL COMMITTEEMar 2025
Leonard SpencerFERWERDA ELLIOT$1,000FILM PRODUCERAug 2025
Leonard SpencerFLORIDA AFL-CIO COMMITTEE ON POLITICAL EDUCATION$1,000POLITICAL COMMITTEEFeb 2025
Leonard SpencerANDERSON JENNIFER$1,000NOT EMPLOYEDNov 2025

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The Frame

What this does

As a state representative, Leonard Spencer votes on legislation affecting Florida state laws, taxes, and public programs, and he is currently seeking re-election for the 2026-2028 term.

Who is mentioned in the record

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District 45 Residents

Residents are represented by Spencer in the Florida House and are eligible to vote in his re-election.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 18, 2026.

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Summary

Leonard Spencer is a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives for District 45, currently serving a term that ends in November 2026. He is a business executive and is running for re-election in the August 2026 primary.

Key Facts

  • Leonard Spencer assumed office in the Florida House of Representatives on November 5, 2024.
  • His current term as the representative for District 45 ends on November 3, 2026.
  • Spencer is a candidate for re-election in the Democratic primary scheduled for August 18, 2026.
  • Legislators in the Florida House receive a base salary of $29,697 per year.
  • Legislators receive a per diem of $175 per day for a maximum of 60 days.
  • Spencer sponsored FL H0277 (Domestic Violence and Protective Injunctions), which became law (Chapter No. 2026-86).
  • Spencer sponsored FL H0915 (Medical Assistance Eligibility for Working Individuals with Disabilities), which became law (Chapter No. 2026-88).
  • Spencer sponsored FL H1093 (Vertiports), which became law (Chapter No. 2026-35).
  • Spencer sponsored FL H0011 (Homestead Exemption and Public Safety Funding), which reached 1st reading on June 2, 2026.
  • Proposed legislation FL H1143, FL H0783, and FL H1197 died in committee during the 2026 session.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next election for Leonard Spencer's seat?
The next primary election is scheduled for August 18, 2026.
What is Leonard Spencer's professional background?
He is a business executive with degrees in finance from Tuskegee University and the University of Alabama.

Why It Matters

As a state representative, Leonard Spencer votes on legislation affecting Florida state laws, taxes, and public programs, and he is currently seeking re-election for the 2026-2028 term.

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Legislative Focus on Emerging Tech

The sponsorship of legislation regarding 'Vertiports' indicates a legislative interest in advanced aviation infrastructure.

Connected Entities

organizationUniversity of AlabamaSpencer's graduate alma mater.Map →
organizationFlorida House of RepresentativesThe legislative body where Spencer serves.Map →
personCarolina AmestyPredecessor to Leonard Spencer.Map →
organizationTuskegee UniversitySpencer's undergraduate alma mater.Map →
personLeonard SpencerDemocratic member of the Florida House of Representatives for District 45.Map →

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