
Frank J. Russo
Running mate for Lieutenant Governor: Rachel Rodriguez
Holds this office now: No
Campaign website: russo2026.com: Frank J. Russofrankjohnrusso (instagram)Russo2026 (twitter)@FrankJohnRusso (youtube)
Property insurance costs
What They Say
Property Insurance Reform - Put homeowners first with a more affordable, accountable and transparent insurance system - backed by Frank's more than 30 years of experience in the industry.
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Property taxes
What They Say
Property Tax Relief - Help Floridians keep more of what they earn, pursue additional relief for homeowners and hold government accountable for how property tax dollars are spent.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank supports responsible property tax relief while protecting schools, public safety and essential services. But he also believes government needs to do its part - eliminate waste, spend smarter and show taxpayers where their money is going.
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Housing affordability
What They Say
Housing Affordability & Accountability - Build more housing working Floridians can afford while demanding measurable results when taxpayer dollars and public incentives are involved.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank wants to work with developers and the private sector to build more housing - but when taxpayer dollars or public incentives are involved, taxpayers deserve to know what they're getting in return. His plan ties public support to real, measurable and lasting affordability.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedHousing - Expand first-time homeownership opportunities and address housing affordability.
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Cost of living in Florida
What They Say
He also believes extraordinary success comes with an opportunity to help keep Florida affordable for the people who teach our children, care for our families, build our homes and keep this state running. Ensuring local and state essential services for all Floridians also should not burden Floridian families (like property tax) in such a way that they are unable to build wealth for their children’s future. Frank's Florida 9.9 proposal would apply a 9.9% consumption state tax only to spending above $1 million. The first $1 million in spending would not be taxed, and implementation of this plan would require the approval from Florida voters through their elected representatives.
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Public school funding and teachers candidate-added issue
What They Say
Frank wants to raise Florida's average teacher salary to at least $75,000, strengthen teacher recruitment and retention, and expand skilled trades, apprenticeships and career pathways so every student has a path to a good-paying future. He is also working to become a Florida substitute teacher because leadership begins by listening - and Frank believes elected officials should experience the classrooms their decisions affect.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFlorida's future starts in its classrooms. Frank Russo believes we cannot say children are our future while undervaluing the people responsible for educating them. And we cannot prepare young Floridians for a changing economy if we continue pretending a four-year college degree is the only path to success. Frank's plan starts with a simple idea: invest in children, respect teachers and give every student a real path to a good-paying future.
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Career, vocational and higher education candidate-added issue
What They Say
Frank wants to bring skilled-trades education back into Florida high schools so more students can graduate with certifications, practical skills and a direct path into the workforce.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank wants to raise Florida's average teacher salary to at least $75,000, strengthen teacher recruitment and retention, and expand skilled trades, apprenticeships and career pathways so every student has a path to a good-paying future. He is also working to become a Florida substitute teacher because leadership begins by listening - and Frank believes elected officials should experience the classrooms their decisions affect.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFlorida's future starts in its classrooms. Frank Russo believes we cannot say children are our future while undervaluing the people responsible for educating them. And we cannot prepare young Floridians for a changing economy if we continue pretending a four-year college degree is the only path to success. Frank's plan starts with a simple idea: invest in children, respect teachers and give every student a real path to a good-paying future.
Economy, inflation, and jobs candidate-added issue
What They Say
Frank wants to raise Florida's average teacher salary to at least $75,000, strengthen teacher recruitment and retention, and expand skilled trades, apprenticeships and career pathways so every student has a path to a good-paying future. He is also working to become a Florida substitute teacher because leadership begins by listening - and Frank believes elected officials should experience the classrooms their decisions affect.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank's Florida 9.9 proposal would reinforce that investment through the protected Florida Future Fund - supporting teacher pay, skilled trades and apprenticeships, and education and retraining for workers affected by AI and automation.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank wants Florida preparing now - attracting the industries and jobs of the future while investing in education, skilled workforce programs and opportunities that help Floridians adapt as AI and automation reshape the economy. His Florida Future Fund specifically includes investment in preparing students and workers for AI and emerging technologies.
Immigration and border enforcement candidate-added issue
What They Say
His Common Sense Immigration Principles focus on stronger public safety partnerships, targeting violent criminals, traffickers and gangs, cracking down on worker exploitation, supporting legal immigration and pushing Washington to finally address a broken federal immigration system.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank believes in secure borders. He believes in the rule of law. And as Governor, his first responsibility will always be keeping Floridians safe. But immigration is personal to Frank too. His family came to this country for the same reason generations of families have come here - for a chance to work hard, build a life and give their children something better. That's why Frank doesn't believe we have to choose between enforcing the law and treating people with dignity. Protect our communities. Follow the law. Support legal immigration. Treat people like human beings. We can do all four.
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Crime policy, policing and courts candidate-added issue
What They Say
As Governor, Frank would strengthen partnerships between Florida law enforcement and federal agencies and prioritize state resources toward removing people who commit violent crimes and pose genuine threats to public safety.
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Energy and utilities candidate-added issue
What They Say
Data Centers & AI Infrastructure - Welcome technology investment while requiring major projects receiving public incentives to plan responsibly for power, water and infrastructure needs and deliver measurable benefits to the communities where they build.
Source:russo2026.com (opens in a new tab)· From the candidate· retrievedFrank's Florida Community Dividend framework would require major data center projects receiving public incentives to plan responsibly for their power, water and infrastructure needs while providing binding, measurable benefits to the communities where they build.
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Growth, development and land conservation candidate-added issue
What They Say
Frank's Florida Community Dividend framework would require major data center projects receiving public incentives to plan responsibly for their power, water and infrastructure needs while providing binding, measurable benefits to the communities where they build.
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