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Linda Chaney

Linda Chaney

Republican · Florida · 2026 · Incumbent

On the November 3 ballot for Florida House District 61, Florida

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Biography

Linda Chaney's occupation is listed as marketing and business development, and she holds a University of South Florida degree in mass communications, according to the Florida House's official biography page, which also notes she previously served as a St. Pete Beach City Commissioner from 2007 to 2009. No campaign website was found as of September 11, 2026.

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Florida House District 61Florida · 2026Hillsborough County sample ballot

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