Laura Kelley
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Laura Kelley (Democratic Party) ran for election to the Florida House of Representatives to represent District 111. She lost in the general election on November 5, 2024.
Kelley completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Laura Kelley was born in McAllen, Texas. She earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Houston in 2003, a law degree from the University of San Fransisco in 2006 and graduated from the Universidad Carlos III in Spain in 2009. Her career experience includes working as an attorney.[1]
Elections
2024
See also: Florida House of Representatives elections, 2024
General election
General election for Florida House of Representatives District 111
Incumbent David Borrero defeated Laura Kelley in the general election for Florida House of Representatives District 111 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | David Borrero (R) | 67.6 | 45,513 |
 | Laura Kelley (D)  | 32.4 | 21,836 | |
| Total votes: 67,349 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Laura Kelley advanced from the Democratic primary for Florida House of Representatives District 111.
Republican primary election
The Republican primary election was canceled. Incumbent David Borrero advanced from the Republican primary for Florida House of Representatives District 111.
Campaign finance
Endorsements
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Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Kelley in this election.
Campaign themes
2024
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
Laura Kelley completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2024. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Kelley's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Laura F. Kelley is a dedicated attorney and a committed advocate for community and social justice, with over a decade of experience living and working in Doral, Florida. Since launching her immigration law practice in Doral in June 2014, Laura has founded LFK Immigration PA, a distinguished boutique immigration law firm that reflects her commitment to providing comprehensive legal services to those in need.
Laura’s journey in public service and law began with her graduation Summa Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science, with University Honors and Honors in Major from the University of Houston in 2003. She went on to earn her Juris Doctorate from the University of California College of the Law in San Francisco (formerly UC Hastings) in 2006. Her pursuit of global perspective led her to Madrid, Spain, where she lived for seven years, earning her Master of Laws at Universidad Carlos III and working for two multinational law firms.
In 2013, Laura returned to the United States, choosing Doral as her home where she continues to make significant contributions to her local and professional communities. Her involvement ranges from leadership roles in the Doral Girl Scout Troop 552 and the adult Girl Scout Troop 305 in South Florida, to serving as the Chapter Chair of the South Florida Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association for the 2023-2024 term. Laura is also an active member of the Florida Lawyers Network and the Doral Bar Association.
- The property insurance crisis is a multi-faceted problem that requires multiple angles of attack. We need to ensure that all property insurers on the market, including Citizens Property Insurance Corporation (hereinafter "Citizens"), are adequately capitalized and that the ratings agency to determine capitalization is reliable. That is not the case at the moment. The State Legislature must adequately explore proposals such as the bipartisan proposal by Rep. Cassell and Rep. Roach as well as the "bundling" proposal.
- Florida is experiencing 40% higher rate of inflation than the national average. This negatively impacts working class and middle class families who, despite having higher wages, have less money in their pockets. This issue requires a multi-faceted approach. Part of the problem is the State's labor shortage. The US Chamber of Commerce has found that Florida has a labor shortage index of .53. This means there are 53 available workers for every 100 jobs. When there is high demand and low supply due to a lack of labor, prices increase. This labor shortage was exacerbated by SB1718. Florida must repeal SB 1718, which harmed key industries such as agriculture, construction, and hospitality.
- "Most Miami-Dade households with incomes below $75,000 struggle with housing costs. Half of all households in the county are “cost-burdened,” meaning these individuals pay more than 30% of their income for housing. This includes three-quarters of households with incomes below $75,000 per year." Additionally, "renters with modest incomes are the hardest hit. A total of 90% of Miami-Dade renters with incomes below $50,000 are cost-burdened." We need to close the housing gap by ensuring that there is an affordable housing supply. We also need to ensure that Sadowski funds are fully funded and increased to help close the housing affordability gap.
End political extremism, polarization, and chaos that divides.
Find real solutions to Florida's property insurance crisis.
Limit government interference in women's medical decisions.
Protect public education and support our teachers.
Tackle Florida Florida's rising cost of living.
Support sustainable development that improves our quality of life.
Michelle Obama is someone who I look up to immensely. She famously said "When they go low, we go high." We cannot allow divisive political rhetoric to destroy the fabric of our nation.
"A People's History of the United States" by Howard Zinn.
Integrity, accountability, honesty and transparency.
Honest, transparent, intelligent, compassionate, accountable, experienced, and friendly.
Represent the interests of the people of District 111 and Florida as a whole.
I would like to be seen as a uniter. We need to come together as a society. We must treat each other with respect and dignity. We must always engage with ownership, accountability, and a willingness to listen to different perspectives.
The first most impactful historical event that happened in my lifetime was the Oklahoma City Bombing. I remember being in middle school and experiencing the fear of domestic terrorism of White Christian Nationalist Separatists.
My first job was working at Chik-Fil-A in Katy, TX when I was 16 years old. I believe there is so much value for young people to work and earn money to learn the value of hard work.
"Oryx and Crake" by Margaret Atwood. Read it.
Elle Woods from Legally Blonde.
"I Believe That We Will Win" by Pitbull
I am the first person in my immediate family to graduate from college. I was raised by a working single mother. I understand the realities of working families because I lived it. I have been extraordinarily blessed in my life, but I don't take it for granted. Everyone should have the opportunity to live the American Dream.
Both the Governor and the State Legislature must respect the will of the people rather than special interest.
Climate change, property insurance, rising prices.
I think it's beneficial for state legislators to be educated on the issues and responsive to the people of their districts more than anything else. I also believe that state legislator should not be beholden to special interests.
Absolutely. Relationships are everything. This is how we build trust, make deals and work together. We have to find solutions based on common sense and common ground. This requires the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues across the aisle
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
Currently, I am only focused on running to be the State Representative for Florida House District 111.
One particular story that impacted me was hearing from a voter who already has two young children who told me that she wouldn't know what she would do if she became pregnant for a third child only to find that pregnancy incompatible with life or quality of life. She worried that she would be forced to carry that pregnancy to term, and it could not only endanger her life (leaving her children motherless) or take her family's limited resources away from her living children. I think her concern expresses the fear of many childbearing women in the State of Florida living with a six-week abortion ban.
How many tickles does an octopus have? Ten tickles. I love "Dad" jokes.
The State Legislature should provide a check on the use of the Governor's use of emergency powers.
I would immediately sponsor or co-sponsor a bill to deal with our property insurance crisis. It is unconscionable that our State Legislature has failed to meaningfully act on this issue.
The South Florida AFL-CIO, Planned Parenthood PAC, FL NOW PAC, Ruth's List, the Democratic Hispanic Caucus of Florida, United Teachers of Dade, and more
Education and Employment Committee
Infrastructure and Strategies Committee
Appropriations Committee
Financial transparency and government accountability are fundamental. My campaign contributions are from individuals and small business owners.
No, but I believe that the Governor should not subvert the will of the people by using voter intimidation tactics against voters who signed ballot initiative petitions.
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2024 Elections
External links
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Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on September 27, 2024
