Biographies, State Alliance Members |
The Honorable Gayle Harrell Representative Gayle Harrell (R) was elected to her first term in the Florida House of Representatives, District 81, in November of 2000 and was re-elected in 2002, 2004 and 2006. A resident of Florida’s Treasure Coast for over 35 years, she has been a leader in many civic activities such as Hibiscus Children’s Center, the Barn Theatre, and the HPS – Helping People Succeed. As a former high school teacher and adjunct professor at Indian River Community College, Rep. Harrell understands the importance of ensuring an accountable educational system for the future of our children and State. During the past 15 years she has worked as a Healthcare Administrator and is the former owner of the Breast Imaging Center. Her experience in health care has made her a leader in setting healthcare policy for the State of Florida. As a member of the Florida House of Representatives, Rep. Harrell is Chair of the Committee on Health Quality, and serves on the Healthcare Council as well as the Homeland Security and Public Safety Committee. In addition, she has been appointed to the National Governor’s Association State Alliance for e-Health. Rep. Harrell has won numerous awards for her legislative service. Among her many awards she has received the Legislator of the Year by the Florida Medical Association, the Legislative Leadership Award by Mothers Against Drunk Driving, the Legislative Award by the Florida Children’s Forum, an “A� Ranking by the Florida Chamber of Commerce, the Friend of Free Enterprise Award by the Associated Builders and Contractors, the Legislative Achievement Award by Keep Florida Beautiful, and the Distinguished Legislator Award by the Florida Police Benevolent Association.
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