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Fiona Mcfarland

Republican Party

State RepresentativeIncumbent

Sarasota, FL

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What is Fiona Mcfarland running for?

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Florida State House District 73
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Fiona McFarland is an American U.S. Navy reservist and a state legislator in Florida [1.3]. A member of the Republican Party, she has served in the Florida House of Representatives since 2020, currently representing the 73rd district, which covers parts of Sarasota. McFarland graduated from the United States Naval Academy in 2008 and served eight years on active duty as a Surface Warfare officer. She also holds an MBA from UNC Chapel Hill and previously worked as a consultant for McKinsey and Company.

Where does Fiona Mcfarland stand on the issues?

Fiona Mcfarland has a recorded position on six issues. Each is Civoren's summary of the campaign's own public material, with the source linked.

  • Affordable Housing

    Supports

    McFarland supports making renting and buying a home more affordable through record state affordable housing funding, bipartisan property insurance reform, and homeownership pathways for teachers, first responders, childcare employees, and healthcare workers.

    “Sarasota County families are getting squeezed as housing costs skyrocket. Fiona is determined to focus on solutions that make renting and buying a home more affordable.”

    fionaforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • Child Welfare & Foster Care

    Supports

    McFarland prioritizes Florida families and child welfare, emphasizing record child welfare funding, expanded maternal postpartum coverage, father mentorship programs, and the No Patient Left Alone Act for hospital and nursing home visitation rights.

    “Stood up for our most vulnerable by securing a record-breaking $150 million in child welfare funding.”

    fionaforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • Economic Development & Growth

    Supports

    McFarland campaigns on strengthening Florida's economy by lowering costs, cutting taxes, reducing regulations on businesses and workers, supporting workforce training, and streamlining the unemployment claims system.

    “Hardworking Floridians are struggling in the face of out-of-control inflation and rapidly rising costs. Fiona is working hard to lower costs, cut taxes, and help us continue our economic recovery.”

    fionaforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • Environment & Sustainability

    Supports

    Fiona McFarland is committed to protecting Sarasota County's water quality and natural beauty, highlighting funding for shoreline restoration, coastal resiliency, and watershed restoration.

    “Sarasota County's water quality is not something we can compromise. Fiona is committed to protecting our water quality and our natural beauty for generations to come.”

    fionaforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • K-12 Education

    Supports

    McFarland supports increased public education funding from Pre-K through vocational and higher education, including higher per-student funding, teacher salary increases, stronger Voluntary Pre-K standards, and literacy support for struggling young readers.

    “From Pre-K school readiness to higher education and vocational education programs, Fiona will always fight for our students.”

    fionaforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • Law Enforcement & First Responders

    Supports

    McFarland supports law enforcement and first responders through increased pay and bonuses for law enforcement, firefighters, and corrections officers, school safety investment, and strengthened anti-human trafficking efforts.

    “Championed increased pay and bonuses for law enforcement, firefighters, and corrections officers to help retain and attract dedicated public servants.”

    fionaforflorida.comAs of August 2026

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Past Elections

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State House District 73

Primary election

Florida State House District 73, FloridaEnded 8/18/2026

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