Tomorrow’s special election for Florida House District 51 is a key race to fill the vacancy left by Representative Josie Tomkow, who resigned to run for the Florida State Senate.
District 51 covers northern Polk County, including communities such as Auburndale, Haines City, Davenport, Lake Alfred, Polk City, and the northern parts of Lakeland (specifically areas north of West Socrum Loop).
The Candidates
Voters will choose between two candidates who advanced directly to this special general election after the January primaries were canceled due to lack of opposition within their respective parties.
| Candidate | Party | Background & Key Priorities |
| Hilary Holley | Republican | Executive Director of the Florida FFA Foundation. Focuses on agricultural education, managing rapid growth in Polk County, and conservative economic policies to keep Florida affordable. |
| Edwin Pérez | Democrat | Community advocate and former Haines City commissioner candidate. Focuses on expanding access to healthcare, addressing the “domino effect” of rising insurance and housing costs, and grassroots activism. |
Voting Information for Tuesday, March 24
If you are planning to cast your ballot tomorrow, here are the essential details:
- Poll Hours: Precincts will be open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
- Polling Location: You must vote at your specific assigned precinct on Election Day. You can verify your location through the Polk County Supervisor of Elections website.
- ID Requirement: Remember to bring a valid photo and signature ID (such as a Florida Driver’s License).
- Vote-by-Mail: If you have an unreturned mail-in ballot, it must be received by the Supervisor of Elections office by 7 p.m. tomorrow. You can drop it off at the Election Headquarters in Bartow or the Operations Center in Winter Haven, but they cannot be accepted at individual polling precincts on Election Day.
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