Republican Dana Trabulsy Wins Fourth Term in Florida House District 84

Republican Dana Trabulsy has won re-election to the Florida House of Representatives for District 84, securing her fourth and final term in office according to unofficial November 3 election results. The Fort Pierce incumbent defeated Port St. Lucie Democrat Jennifer Massey by a margin of 1,190 votes. This victory concludes a competitive race that defined the political landscape for much of St. Lucie County during the recent electoral cycle.

Election Results and District Demographics

The final vote count reveals a closely contested contest between the two candidates. Dana Trabulsy received 50.85 percent of the vote, totaling 35,589 ballots. Her opponent, Jennifer Massey, captured 49.15 percent of the vote with 34,399 votes. The district encompasses most of St. Lucie County, excluding specific portions of Port St. Lucie located south of the River Park area.

Florida state representatives serve two-year terms and are subject to a constitutional cap of four consecutive terms in office. This election marked Trabulsy’s final opportunity to seek re-election under term limits. The annual salary for the position is set at $29,697, supplemented by per diems of $175 per day for up to 60 days during legislative sessions.

Trabulsy’s Platform and Legislative Goals

In her victory statement, Trabulsy emphasized that significant work remains ahead for the district. She highlighted her experience, established relationships, and leadership roles as key factors in delivering results for the community. Her stated campaign priorities include affordability, housing stability, insurance reform, resiliency planning, responsible growth management, and maintaining Florida’s appeal for families, more context in Florida House District 37 Race Heats Up as Republican Robert Prater Challenges Incumbent Jane Aman.

"There is still important work ahead," Trabulsy told TCPalm. "I want to continue fighting to protecting our quality of life, and ensuring St. Lucie County receives the attention and resources it deserves."

Trabulsy also outlined specific legislative intentions for her final term. She expressed a commitment to repealing Florida’s Free Kill Law, describing it as unconstitutional and long overdue for change. Additionally, she pledged to address growing concerns surrounding kratom usage. Education remains another central passion of her platform.

Massey Campaign Focus on Economic Relief

Democrat Jennifer Massey campaigned primarily on issues of affordability, education, community safety, and responsive leadership. She argued that residents should not live in constant stress regarding the costs of housing taxes, fuel for commuting, home insurance premiums, or healthcare expenses.

Massey stated she wants to focus on supporting policies that provide meaningful relief and protect working families, seniors, and veterans from being priced out of their communities by ensuring taxpayer dollars are used effectively to benefit the people they serve.