Scott Plakon
Scott Plakon (Republican Party) was a member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 29. He assumed office on November 4, 2014. He left office on November 8, 2022.
Plakon (Republican Party) ran for re-election to the Florida House of Representatives to represent District 29. He won in the general election on November 3, 2020.
From 2008 to 2012, Plakon represented District 37 in the Florida House of Representatives.
Biography
Plakon's professional experience includes working as a chief executive officer and publisher. He is a founding Board Member of A Safe Harbor Pregnancy Resource Center, Board Member of Christian Life Missions, Trustee of the Media Research Center, Vice-Chair/Board of Directors of Sanford Rescue Outreach Mission and Open Door Shelter for Women and Children and a life member of the National Rifle Association.[1]
Committee assignments
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2021-2022
Plakon was assigned to the following committees:
- House Judiciary Committee
- Joint Legislative Budget Commission
- House Appropriations Committee
- Commerce Committee
2019-2020
Plakon was assigned to the following committees:
- House Appropriations Committee
- Health & Human Services Committee
- State Affairs Committee, Vice Chair
2017 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2017 legislative session, this legislator served on the following committees:
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| • Government Accountability |
| • Judiciary |
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Plakon served on the following committees:
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| • Finance & Tax |
| • Judiciary |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Plakon was appointed to these committees:
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| • State Affairs |
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Plakon served on these committees:
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| • Administrative Procedures |
| • Government Accountability Act Council |
| • Health Care Services Policy |
| • Natural Resources Appropriations |
| • PreK-12 Policy |
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2022
Scott Plakon was not able to file for re-election due to term limits.
2020
See also: Florida House of Representatives elections, 2020
General election
General election for Florida House of Representatives District 29
Incumbent Scott Plakon defeated Tracey Kagan and Juan Rodriguez in the general election for Florida House of Representatives District 29 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Scott Plakon (R) | 50.5 | 48,411 | |
| Tracey Kagan (D) | 46.6 | 44,619 | ||
| Juan Rodriguez (No Party Affiliation) | 2.9 | 2,760 | ||
| Total votes: 95,790 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Tracey Kagan advanced from the Democratic primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29
Incumbent Scott Plakon defeated Luther Dowe in the Republican primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29 on August 18, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Scott Plakon | 82.0 | 11,612 | |
| Luther Dowe | 18.0 | 2,542 | ||
| Total votes: 14,154 | ||||
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2018
General election
General election for Florida House of Representatives District 29
Incumbent Scott Plakon defeated Tracey Kagan in the general election for Florida House of Representatives District 29 on November 6, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Scott Plakon (R) | 51.0 | 37,778 | |
| Tracey Kagan (D) | 49.0 | 36,275 | ||
| Total votes: 74,053 | ||||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29
Tracey Kagan defeated Darryl Block in the Democratic primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29 on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | Tracey Kagan | 66.8 | 7,464 | |
| Darryl Block | 33.2 | 3,711 | ||
| Total votes: 11,175 | ||||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29
Incumbent Scott Plakon advanced from the Republican primary for Florida House of Representatives District 29 on August 28, 2018.
Candidate | ||
| ✔ | Scott Plakon | |
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2016
Elections for the Florida House of Representatives took place in 2016. The primary election took place on August 30, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was June 24, 2016.
Incumbent Scott Plakon ran unopposed in the Florida House of Representatives District 29 general election.[2][3]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 29 General Election, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican |  Scott Plakon Incumbent (unopposed) | |
| Source: Florida Division of Elections | ||
Fred Marra ran unopposed in the Florida House of Representatives District 29 Democratic primary.[4][5]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 29 Democratic Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Democratic | Fred Marra (unopposed) | |
Incumbent Scott Plakon ran unopposed in the Florida House of Representatives District 29 Republican primary.[4][5]
| Florida House of Representatives, District 29 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||
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| Party | Candidate | |
| Republican | Scott Plakon Incumbent (unopposed) | |
2014
Elections for the Florida House of Representatives took place in 2014. A primary election took place on August 26, 2014. The general election was held on November 4, 2014. The signature filing deadline for candidates wishing to run in this election was June 20, 2014. Incumbent Mike Clelland was unopposed in the Democratic primary, while Scott Plakon was unopposed in the Republican primary. Plakon defeated Clelland in the general election.[6][7]
2012
Plakon ran in the 2012 election for Florida House of Representatives District 30. Plakon ran unopposed in the Republican primary on August 14, 2012, and was defeated by Karen Castor Dentel (D) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[8]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
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| Democratic | Karen Castor Dentel |
53.1% | 36,475 | |
| Republican | Scott Plakon Incumbent | 46.9% | 32,232 | |
| Total Votes | 68,707 | |||
2010
Plakon ran for re-election to the 37th District seat in 2010. He did not have any opposition in the August 24 primary or the general election, which took place on November 2, 2010.[9]
2008
In 2008, Plakon won election to the Florida House of Representatives from Florida's 37th District. Plakon ran unopposed in the general election. He raised $265,809 for his campaign.[10]
Issues
Presidential preference
2012
Scott Plakon endorsed Rick Santorum in the 2012 presidential election.[11] He had originally endorsed Herman Cain.[12]
Campaign themes
2020
Ballotpedia survey responses
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2014
Plakon's website highlighted the following campaign themes:[13]
More and Better Jobs
- Excerpt: "Scott Plakon knows the ultimate solutions to our problems won't come from government but rather from the innovation and creativity of individual Floridians."
Lower Taxes
- Excerpt: "Scott is working to create a booming economy, sustainable growth, and good-paying jobs to help families thrive. More than ever, you can count on Scott Plakon to keep up the fight for lower taxes."
Stronger Schools
- Excerpt: "Scott Plakon believes Tallahassee can continue ensuring our students and schools are reaching for excellence by setting goals, then helping them reach those goals. This does not mean state government dictates every tiny detail of district operations, but rather helps struggling schools and districts apply strategies and programs that have proved successful."
Safer Streets
- Excerpt: "Scott is doing everything possible as our legislator to ensure that the safety of his neighbors and all Florida citizens is a top priority."
Better Energy Sources
- Excerpt: "Scott Plakon believes energy is the lifeblood of our economy, and Florida should be a leader in the use of alternative energies."
Campaign finance summary
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2022
In 2022, the Florida State Legislature was in session from January 11 to March 14.
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2021
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In 2021, the Florida State Legislature was in session from March 2 to April 30.
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2020
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In 2020, the Florida State Legislature was in session from January 14 to March 19.
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2019
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In 2019, the Florida State Legislature was in session from March 5 through May 3.
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2018
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In 2018, the Florida State Legislature was in session from January 9 through March 11.
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2017
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In 2017, the Florida State Legislature was in session from March 7 through May 8. There was also a special session from June 7 to June 9.
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2016
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In 2016, the Florida State Legislature was in session from January 12 through March 11.
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2015
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In 2015, the Florida State Legislature was in session from March 3 through May 1.
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Personal
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Plakon and his wife, Susie, have six children.[14]
See also
2020 Elections
External links
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Candidate Florida House of Representatives District 29 |
Personal |
Footnotes
- ↑ Project Vote Smart, "Biography," accessed October 23, 2014
- ↑ Florida Department of State, "Candidate listing for 2016 general election," accessed September 12, 2016
- ↑ Florida Division of Elections, "November 8, 2016 Official Election Results," accessed November 23, 2016
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Florida Department of State, "Candidates and Races," accessed July 1, 2016
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 Florida Division of Elections, "August 30, 2016 Official Election Results," accessed September 22, 2016
- ↑ Florida Division of Elections, "2014 Florida Election Watch - Multi-County or District Offices," accessed September 3, 2014
- ↑ Florida Division of Elections, "Candidate Listing for 2014 General Election," accessed June 23, 2014
- ↑ Florida Secretary of State Election Division, "Candidate List," accessed June 21, 2012
- ↑ Florida Department of Elections, "November 2, 2010, Election Results," November 2, 2010
- ↑ Follow the Money, "District 37 Florida House candidate funds, 2008," accessed October 23, 2014
- ↑ The State Column, "Florida State Rep. Scott Plakon endorses Rick Santorum," January 27, 2012
- ↑ Sunshine State News, "Herman Cain gets backing of Florida legislator Scott Plakton," September 24, 2011
- ↑ scottplakon.com, "Issues," accessed October 23, 2014
- ↑ Scott Plakon, "About Scott," accessed November 3, 2012
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by - |
Florida House of Representatives District 29 2014-2022 |
Succeeded by Webster Barnaby (R) |
| Preceded by - |
Florida House of Representatives District 37 2008-2012 |
Succeeded by - |
