Peggy Gossett-Seidman is an American politician. She is the Republican member for District 91 in the Florida House of Representatives. [1]
She has a background as a journalist, reporter, and former Women's Tennis Association Press-Director. She has contributed to several legislative initiatives in Florida.
Early Life and Career
Peggy Gossett-Seidman began her career as a sports journalist.
Legislative Career
Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in November 2022, Gossett-Seidman has actively participated in legislative processes, serving on several key committees. She has introduced several pieces of legislation that addresses issues such as voter registration, public health, and transparency in judicial processes.
2022-2024 Legislative Achievements
- CS/HB 117 (Disclosure of Grand Jury Testimony):
Unseals grand jury testimonies related to the Jeffrey Epstein case.
2. CS/HB 135 (Voter Registration Applications):
Adds an extra form at the DMV to prevent unauthorized changes to party affiliations. [2]
3. CS/HB 165 (Sampling of Beach Waters and Public Bathing Spaces):
Establishes a statewide system to notify the public about water contamination, protecting public health.
4. House Resolution 9-C (Support for Israel):
Expresses Florida’s support for Israel and condemns terrorism, adopted unanimously by both Democrats and Republicans.
6. HB 523 (Florida Seal of Fine Arts Program): Recognizes high school students excelling in fine arts and promoting arts education.
Funding Secured for District 91
Gossett-Seidman successfully secured $10,158,450 through state appropriations funding for vital projects in Boca Raton and Highland Beach. This significant investment will enhance infrastructure, environmental initiatives, and community services.
Approved Appropriation Project Requests:
Boca Raton NW 35th St. Drainage Improvement Project ($300,000)
City of Boca Raton- NW/SW 4th Ave Roadway Widening ($1,000,000)
Boca Raton Drinking Water Transmission and Distribution Improvement ($1,400,000)
Highland Beach Climate Vulnerability & Clean Water Project / Lift Station Rehabilitation ($250,000)
Palm Beach County / Lake Worth Lagoon ($2,361,804)
Bonefish Cove Environmental Enhancement Project ($500,000)
HabCenter Programs in Education, Art and Recreation ($175,000)
Faulk Center for Counseling / Mental Health Counseling ($250,000)
HabCenter Supported Employment Program ($200,000)
Florida Caregiving Youth – At Risk Student Services ($318,600)
Palm Beach County Lake Worth Lagoon Seagrass Restoration Project Phase II ($270,500)
Boca Raton Drinking Water Transmission and Distribution Improvements ($750,000)
Boca Raton Jeffrey Street Seawall Replacement ($300,000)
Highland Beach Clean Water Project Lift Station Rehabilitation ($250,000)
HabCenter Boca Raton: Mental Health and STEAM Program for Individuals with Unique Abilities ($250,000)
HabCenter Boca Raton Horticultural Employment Program ($350,000 / $175,000)
Alpert Jewish Family Service, Ruth Rales Jewish Family Service & inSIGHT Traveling Holocaust Classroom ($165,000)
Aging In Place with Grace, Jewish Family Services ($494,100)
City of Deerfield Beach – Alzheimer’s Day Care and Senior Transportation Services ($286,705)
Legislative Committee Involvement
Gossett-Seidman served as a Vice-Chairwoman for the Pre K-12 Appropriations subcommittee and was assigned to six different Legislative Committees and Subcommittees in her first legislative term.
Committees:
- Joint Legislative Auditing Committee
2. Agriculture & Natural Resources Appropriations Subcommittee
3. Children, Families & Seniors Subcommittee
4. Energy, Communications & Cybersecurity Subcommittee
5. Water Quality, Supply & Treatment Subcommittee
6. Pre K-12 Appropriations Subcommittee (Vice-Chairwoman)
Background Information
Florida State Representative Peggy Gossett-Seidman has been an athlete, lifeguard, first female Press-Director of the Women’s Tennis Association, and a sports journalist before running for the district. She secured state funding and supported the Highland Beach fire station project.
Revolutionary Impact on Highland Beach:
Gossett-Seidman was the first to successfully secure state funding for the town. She served on the Highland Beach Town Council from 2018-2022, during which she conceived and developed the Highland Beach fire station project. This accomplishment has significantly enhanced emergency response capabilities.
