Voter Q&A
Your questions, answered
Straight answers about District 48 and home rule. Facts link to public records; campaign views are labeled as positions.
District 48 & the election
What is Florida House District 48?
It is one of 120 seats in the Florida House of Representatives, covering communities in East Polk County. Representatives serve two-year terms.
Source: Florida House of RepresentativesWill Alethea run in a future election?
Future candidacy has not been confirmed on this site. Updates will be shared when announced.
When is the election?
For the current election calendar, registration deadlines, polling places and early-voting options, check the Polk County Supervisor of Elections. Future campaign dates will be shared here when confirmed.
Source: Polk County Supervisor of ElectionsHome rule & local control
What does home rule mean?
Home rule is the power of Florida counties and cities to make their own local decisions, granted by Article VIII of the Florida Constitution. It's why city commissions and county boards can set many local policies without waiting on Tallahassee.
Source: Florida Constitution, Article VIIIWhere does Alethea stand?
Campaign position: decisions about East Polk communities should be made as close to home as possible, with local leaders and residents at the table.
Talking with Alethea
How can I ask her a question directly?
Email 48@aletheapugh.com or call (863) 254-8017. Alethea is available and responds personally within 24 hours.
Want more detail?
Read the issues blogPaid for by Alethea Pugh, Democrat, for State House District 48.