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Candidate Profile: Lauren Melo

Original title: Lauren Uhlich Melo — ballotpedia.org

June 10, 2026

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The Frame

What this does

Residents of Florida Senate District 28 will vote on August 18, 2026, to determine their representation in the State Senate, which influences state-level policy, budget allocations, and legislative priorities.

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Voters in Florida Senate District 28

These residents will choose their representative in the upcoming August 18, 2026, primary election.

What changed

Last recorded activity June 10, 2026.

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Summary

Lauren Melo is a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives currently running for election to the Florida State Senate in District 28. She has served in the state legislature since 2020 and is a business owner based in Naples, Florida.

Key Facts

Lauren Melo is a candidate for the Florida State Senate, District 28, with a primary election scheduled for August 18, 2026.
Melo has served in the Florida House of Representatives since 2022 (District 82) and previously served from 2020-2022 (District 80).
Legislators in the Florida House receive a base salary of $29,697 per year plus a per diem of $175 per day for up to 60 days.
Melo's professional background includes owning a real estate brokerage and founding a trucking company.
Melo sponsored FL H0277 (Domestic Violence and Protective Injunctions), which became law (Chapter No. 2026-86).
Melo sponsored FL H1509 (Veterinarian Licensure by Endorsement), which became law (Chapter No. 2026-79).
Melo sponsored FL H0125 (Charlie Kirk Day of Remembrance) and FL H0127 (Required Instruction in Cursive Writing), both of which died in the Rules committee in 2026.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the next election for Lauren Melo?

The primary election for the Florida State Senate seat is scheduled for August 18, 2026.

What is Lauren Melo's current role in government?

She is a member of the Florida House of Representatives, representing District 82.

Why It Matters

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Legislative Focus

Melo's recent legislative activity includes both successful passage of professional licensure and domestic violence protection bills, alongside unsuccessful attempts to mandate cursive instruction and designate a commemorative day.

Lauren Melo

Connected Entities

locationFlorida House of Representatives District 82“The district currently represented by Lauren Melo.”Map →

personLauren Melo“Current Florida House Representative and candidate for Florida State Senate Dist”Map →

locationFlorida State Senate District 28“The legislative district Lauren Melo is seeking to represent.”Map →

organizationRepublican Party“Political party affiliation of Lauren Melo.”Map →

Sources

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