Linda Chaney
American politician
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Linda Chaney is an American politician serving as a member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 61st district.[1] She assumed office on November 3, 2020.
Linda Chaney | |
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| Member of the Florida House of Representatives 69th (2020-2022), 61st (2022-present) | |
| Assumed office November 3, 2020 | |
| Preceded by | Jennifer Webb |
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| Born | New York, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Spouse | William "Bill" Yovic |
| Education | University of South Florida (BS) |
Early life and education
Chaney was born in New York and moved to Florida in 1982. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in mass communication from the University of South Florida.[2]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Chaney worked in marketing and business development. She co-founded an independent mammography business that was eventually acquired by AdventHealth.[3] She served as a member of the St. Pete Beach City Commission from 2007 to 2009. Chaney was elected to the Florida House of Representatives in November 2020.[4]
Committee assignments
- Rules Committee Vice Chair
- Infrastructure & Tourism Appropriations Subcommittee Vice Chair
- Appropriations Committee
- Infrastructure Strategies Committee
- Agriculture, Conservation & Resiliency Subcommittee
- Healthcare Regulation Subcommittee[5]