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Bonnie Jackson (Republican), Felipe Sousa Lazaballet (Democratic) are on the November 3 ballot for Florida House District 42. Not on the November ballot: Dr. Anna V. Eskamani, the sitting member per the roster. Major-party nominees were chosen at the August 18 primary or advanced unopposed; minor-party and no-party-affiliation candidates qualify directly for the November ballot. The field is the Florida Division of Elections' certified 2026 General Election candidate list. This seat is elected by district; only the district covering your address appears on your ballot.
Biography
Bonnie Jackson is an attorney and business owner with more than 30 years in Central Florida who began her legal career as a prosecutor before moving into private practice, according to her campaign. She co-founded Jackson Law International and is a Republican candidate for Florida House District 42.
Top Priorities
- Property tax relief and affordable housing
- Support for law enforcement and firefighters
- Healthcare pricing transparency
Per the campaign site.
Biography
Felipe Sousa-Lazaballet is executive director of the Hope CommUnity Center in Apopka and was an undocumented immigrant for 15 years before becoming a U.S. citizen in 2021, per Orlando Weekly. He holds a bachelor's degree from St. Thomas University and an associate degree from Miami Dade College, per his campaign site.
Top Priorities
- Addressing rising costs for Central Florida families
- Ensuring equitable education access
- Improving healthcare access, particularly for marginalized communities
Per the campaign site.
Questions about this race
Who is running for Florida House District 42 in 2026?
2 candidates are tracked for Florida House District 42 on the November 3, 2026 ballot: Bonnie Jackson and Felipe Sousa Lazaballet. Candidate information follows official Orange County election filings; verify with the official election office linked below.
When is the Florida House District 42 election in Florida?
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Registration deadlines, early voting dates and mail ballot rules for Florida are on the Florida election hub at theballotbrief.com.
How do I see my exact Orange County ballot?
Enter your ZIP code in the lookup at theballotbrief.com for the statewide and congressional races, or a full street address to add the county, city and district contests for that location.
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