David (David) H. Simmons (R-SS10)
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Capitol: 850.487.5010
FAX: 850.487.5174
District: 407.262.7578
Senator
Room 406 Senate Office Building 404 South Monroe Street
Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100

District Office:
251 Maitland Avenue
Altamonte Springs, FL 32701
Elected: 2010    Next Election: 2014
Spouse: Alicya   DOB: 6/13/1952
Committee Assignments
ChairmanSenate Committee on Banking and Insurance
MemberSenate Committee on Criminal Justice
MemberSenate Committee on Education
MemberSenate Committee on Governmental Oversight and Accountability
MemberSenate Appropriations Subcommittee on Finance and Tax
MemberSenate Select Committee on Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act
MemberSenate Appropriations Subcommittee on Education
MemberSenate Committee on Rules
Counties Representing
Lake / Orange

Bio

Legislative Service - Elected to the Senate in 2010, reelected subsequently. Majority (Republican) Whip, 2010-2012. House of Representatives, 2000-2008. Other Public Service - City of Orlando Citizens Review Committee, member. United States Senator Connie Mack's Federal Judicial Advisory Committee, member. Long-Term Care Policy Advisory Council, member. Lakeside Alternatives, past President; board member. Honors and Awards - Chamber of Commerce, Distinguished Advocate, 2005, 2006. Christian Coalition for Florida, Faith and Family Award, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2006. Florida Association of Area Agencies on Aging, Certificate of Appreciation, 2006. Orange County Public Schools, Gratitude for dedication and commitment and service to OCPS, 2006. Florida Association of Professional Process Servers, Legislator of the Year Award, 2005. Florida Legal Services for Commitment to Assuring Equal Access to Justice at the Supreme Court of Florida, 2005. Florida Medical Association, Legislator of the Year Award, 2005. Robert B. Crawford Charter President Annual Award for unrelenting dedication, outstanding service, and unselfish commitment in the protection, defense and improvement of the State of Florida's Workforce Education System, 2005.Seminole County Bar Association Legal Aid Society Outstanding Commitment to Provide Economically Disadvantaged Residents with Access to the Judicial System, 2005. Seminole County Medical Society, Outstanding Legislator Award, 2005. Chamber of Commerce, "A" Honor Roll, 2002, 2003, 2004. Florida Association of Agencies Serving the Blind, Legislator of the Year, 2004. Florida Restaurant Association, Legislator of the Year, 2004. Florida Sheriff's Association, Legislator of the Year, 2004. Keiser College, Award for Contributions of Excellence in Education, 2004. Florida's Public Radio and Television Stations Award for "Knowledgeable dedication, leadership, and vision that assured continued support for Florida's Public Broadcasting System", 2003. Mothers Against Drunk Driving, Legislator of the Year, 2002. Florida Workers' Advocates, Legislator of the Year Award, 2002. Florida Workers' Advocates, Outstanding Legislator on Behalf of Workers' Rights Award. Affiliations - Leadership Central Florida, 1996-1997. Leadership Orlando, 1991-1992. American Bar Association, The Florida Bar Association. Board of Trustees, Vanderbilt Law School Alumni Association. Greater Orlando Area Chamber of Commerce. Orange County Bar Association. Seminole County Republican Executive Committee, past member. Seminole County Legislative Delegation, past Chair. Orange County Republican Executive Committee, past member. Orange County Young Republicans, past President. Biographical Information - Occupation- Attorney, Financial Managing Partner of de Beaubien, Knight, Simmons, Mantzaris, & Neal, LLP. Children- Krysia, Alicya. Education- Vanderbilt University Law School, J.D., 1977. Tennessee Technological University, B.S., 1974. Born- June 13, 1952 in Nashville, Tennessee. Moved to Florida in 1977. Religious Affiliation- Catholic. Recreation- Golf, running, tennis.







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