EDITORIAL PORT ST LUCIE TALKS

Last night at The Barn at Oleander, Representative Dana Trabulsy officially launched what she promises will be a bold, people-first re-election campaign. Surrounded by community leaders, families, and her husband Paul, the event underscored her strong bond with the people and her continuing vision for Florida’s future.

From Community Roots to State Leadership

Dana has never forgotten where she came from. Her career in the Treasure Coast community — especially through founding All Things Treasure Coast and giving it over to the Chamber of Commerce to focus more fully on public service — shows she walks the walk. Her board memberships and nonprofit work reflect a leader who isn’t only in politics but deeply embedded in civic life.

Legislation That Reflects Her Heart

Trabulsy’s legislative record mirrors her values, with a focus on education, children, families, and justice:

• HB 1255 (2024-25 Session) — A comprehensive education reform bill she sponsored. It changed the formula for funding school readiness programs to better serve families and revised Florida’s corporal punishment law by requiring parental consent in discipline policies. The bill also strengthened literacy and math instruction requirements, ensuring higher standards across the state’s schools.

• CS/HB 255 (2025) — While she co-sponsored this bill rather than sponsoring it directly, her support helped move forward stricter penalties for aggravated animal cruelty, reflecting her compassion for the voiceless.

• FLH1083 (2024) — A child welfare reform measure refining how dependent children are handled in the legal system and strengthening safeguards in placement and guardianship.

• HB 6003 (2026 Pre-Filed) — Legislation addressing recovery of damages in medical negligence cases, underscoring her commitment to accountability and fairness in health care.

These aren’t just policy wins — they are reflections of her promise to protect children, support families, honor responsibility, and uphold integrity.

A Supportive Partnership & Unique Dedication

Throughout her public journey, Dana’s husband Paul has been by her side — not as a figurehead, but as a partner. Their teamwork is a living testament to the values she espouses: family, service, and resilience.

What sets Dana apart is her unique dedication. She doesn’t merely speak of community — she lives it. She doesn’t only propose bills — she backs them with real, measurable effort. She doesn’t just serve a district — she nurtures it. Last night’s kickoff was more than a campaign start; it was a declaration that she intends to continue being a leader from the people, for the people.

Dana is one of the leaders who has helped make Florida great, and her commitment to the people ensures that even greater days lie ahead.

If you care about Florida and its future, Dana Trabulsy is the easy choice — a true leader whose professionalism, knowledge, and love for community make her one of the voices shaping a greater Florida.