State Rep. Dan Daley and State Sen. Tina Polsky.
State Sen. Tina Polsky on Tuesday announced she will not seek reelection, opening the door to what could become one of South Florida’s closely watched legislative races.
Polsky (D-Boca Raton), who represents Senate District 30, which includes Parkland and Coral Springs, spent roughly eight years in Tallahassee serving in both the Florida House and Senate. After previously filing to run for reelection, she confirmed Tuesday that she will instead step aside from Senate District 30 after her current term.
In a statement first reported by Florida Politics, she reflected on her time in office and the work completed during her legislative career.
“Eight years ago, I came to Tallahassee with a simple belief: Government should work for people, not the other way around,” Polsky said. “I am proud of what we have accomplished together, the lives we have impacted and the progress we have made for families across Florida.”
Polsky did not announce plans for another campaign, but said she intends to remain involved in public advocacy surrounding issues she has championed, including abortion access, gun safety, and voting rights.
The decision immediately fueled speculation over who could emerge as a candidate for the seat, including state Rep. Dan Daley, whose district also includes Parkland and Coral Springs, and former Senate Democratic Leader Lauren Book.
Daley released a public statement after Polsky’s announcement, suggesting he is actively considering running for the seat.
According to Daley, reports had circulated in recent weeks that Polsky would not seek another term, creating uncertainty around the race. He said her formal announcement changes the conversation surrounding the district’s future.
“I’ve spent years preparing for the possibility of running for this Senate seat because this community is my home,” Daley said. “I’ve represented parts of it as an elected official since 2012, passing laws focused on keeping our community safe and securing more than $40 million for local projects critical to our continued growth and well-being.
“There has been a lot happening behind the scenes surrounding recent campaign announcements, and I think the residents I’ve worked alongside over the years deserve transparency and honesty about the future of this district. I’m taking a serious look at the race and talking with supporters, community leaders, and residents throughout the district before making any decisions.”
The Democratic Primary is scheduled for Aug. 18, and the General Election is slated for Nov. 3.
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