Senator Tom A. Wright is a Republican representing Florida Senate District 8, which encompasses parts of Brevard and Volusia counties. A native of Iowa, he moved to Florida in 2004 and resides in New Smyrna Beach. He has served in the Florida Senate since 2018, initially appointed to replace the late incumbent Dorothy Hukill and later elected with 56.33% of the vote. Notable positions include Chair of the Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security Committee, along with memberships on Appropriations, Commerce and Tourism, Rules, Transportation, and the Joint Legislative Auditing Committee.

Education and Political Experience

Limited details are available on formal education from public records. Wright's political experience includes his 2018 appointment to the Florida Senate following Dorothy Hukill's death, winning election that year against Democrat Melissa Martin, and serving through the 2024-2026 term in District 8 . He has been active on key committees focusing on military affairs, appropriations, transportation, tourism, and economic development, and recently endorsed Jake Johansson as his successor for the seat.