Debra Tendrich is a Democratic member of the Florida House of Representatives serving District 89 in Palm Beach County. Elected in 2024, she succeeded Democratic Rep. David Silvers after defeating Republican Daniel Zapata with 51% of the vote, keeping the seat Democratic. Born on August 8 in California, she moved to Florida in 2012 and serves as Executive Director of a nonprofit focused on food insecurity. Her district covers areas from Greenacres to Lake Worth Beach, including Lake Clarke Shores and Palm Springs.

Notable positions and achievements include membership in the Florida Legislative Energy and Climate Caucus, Florida Legislative Jewish Caucus, and affiliations with the League of Women Voters and Florida Atlantic University School of Social Work. She advocates for abortion protections, gun violence prevention, criminal justice reform, expanding diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, repealing limits on lawsuits, and addressing food insecurity.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Florida Atlantic University School of Social Work.
• Political Experience: First elected to the Florida House in 2024; terms out in 2032; serves on Palm Beach delegation.