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2026 Florida Chief Financial Officer — Republican Primary · August 18, 2026
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Last reviewed September 15, 2026Collige describes Air Force, private-sector budget and compliance, and insurance-claims consulting experience. His platform emphasizes financial transparency, insurance consumer protection, and disaster financial resilience.
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August 18, 2026
Republican Party
Polk County, Florida
Chief Financial Officer
Frank William Collige
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7849 Aunt Mary Harvey Road · Glen St. Mary, FL 32040
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7849 Aunt Mary Harvey Road
Glen St. Mary, FL 32040
Phone: (904)544-0043
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Doctorate in Business Administration
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Doctorate in Business Administration
Glen St Mary
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Glen St Mary
Baker
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From my time serving in the U.S. Air Force, where I was entrusted with safeguarding our nation’s most vital assets, to my leadership roles in the private sector overseeing multi-million-dollar budgets, logistical operations, and regulatory compliance, I’ve dedicated my life to serving others. Along the way, I’ve built businesses from the ground up, expanded operations across state lines, and worked tirelessly to ensure fairness and accountability in the insurance industry.
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From my time serving in the U.S. Air Force, where I was entrusted with safeguarding our nation’s most vital assets, to my leadership roles in the private sector overseeing multi-million-dollar budgets, logistical operations, and regulatory compliance, I’ve dedicated my life to serving others. Along the way, I’ve built businesses from the ground up, expanded operations across state lines, and worked tirelessly to ensure fairness and accountability in the insurance industry.
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Florida’s investment priority should be simple: protect taxpayer money, preserve liquidity, and earn a responsible return without gambling with public funds. The state should focus on safety, transparency, long-term stability, and investments that serve Floridians, including infrastructure, disaster readiness, pension security, and economic resilience. Financial decisions should not be driven by political trends, social pressure, or corporate activism from either side. The CFO’s job is fiduciary, not ideological. Every investment decision should be judged by risk, return, legality, transparency, and benefit to Florida taxpayers. Social issues should never override the duty to protect public money. Accountability must come first.
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Florida’s investment priority should be simple: protect taxpayer money, preserve liquidity, and earn a responsible return without gambling with public funds. The state should focus on safety, transparency, long-term stability, and investments that serve Floridians, including infrastructure, disaster readiness, pension security, and economic resilience. Financial decisions should not be driven by political trends, social pressure, or corporate activism from either side. The CFO’s job is fiduciary, not ideological. Every investment decision should be judged by risk, return, legality, transparency, and benefit to Florida taxpayers. Social issues should never override the duty to protect public money. Accountability must come first.
Florida's biggest economic risks are housing affordability, rising insurance costs, rapid population growth, strained infrastructure, and the protection of our water resources. We must also prepare for increasing energy demands from emerging technologies without overburdening taxpayers or depleting natural resources. Ignoring these issues could make Florida unaffordable for families, workers, retirees, and small businesses. Growth matters, but it needs to be sustainable. As CFO, I will advocate for fiscal discipline, long-term planning, and transparency so decisions are based on facts and sound financial principles. Florida's economy will remain strong only if we protect affordability, invest responsibly, and preserve the resources that make our state a great place to live and do business.
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Florida's biggest economic risks are housing affordability, rising insurance costs, rapid population growth, strained infrastructure, and the protection of our water resources. We must also prepare for increasing energy demands from emerging technologies without overburdening taxpayers or depleting natural resources. Ignoring these issues could make Florida unaffordable for families, workers, retirees, and small businesses. Growth matters, but it needs to be sustainable. As CFO, I will advocate for fiscal discipline, long-term planning, and transparency so decisions are based on facts and sound financial principles. Florida's economy will remain strong only if we protect affordability, invest responsibly, and preserve the resources that make our state a great place to live and do business.
Neither should automatically receive the highest priority because conducting broad audits everywhere would be costly and inefficient for taxpayers. My approach is to maximize transparency first. I will work to make state financial information publicly accessible so citizens, journalists, watchdog groups, and policymakers can review how taxpayer dollars are being spent. When financial irregularities, complaints, or questionable spending patterns are identified, we can then conduct targeted audits where they are truly needed. This approach focuses resources where they will have the greatest impact while reducing unnecessary costs. Accountability should not depend solely on government auditors. Floridians themselves should be able to follow the money and hold their elected officials accountable.
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Neither should automatically receive the highest priority because conducting broad audits everywhere would be costly and inefficient for taxpayers. My approach is to maximize transparency first. I will work to make state financial information publicly accessible so citizens, journalists, watchdog groups, and policymakers can review how taxpayer dollars are being spent. When financial irregularities, complaints, or questionable spending patterns are identified, we can then conduct targeted audits where they are truly needed. This approach focuses resources where they will have the greatest impact while reducing unnecessary costs. Accountability should not depend solely on government auditors. Floridians themselves should be able to follow the money and hold their elected officials accountable.
Florida's natural resources are one of our greatest assets and should be protected for future generations. My philosophy is conservation first, responsible stewardship second, and strategic acquisition only when there is a clear public benefit. We must protect our aquifer, springs, wetlands, state parks, and coastal areas while ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. I support Florida Forever projects that preserve environmentally sensitive lands, protect water resources, and strengthen flood resilience. Florida cannot continue to grow without limits while ignoring the strain on our infrastructure and natural resources. Every project should be evaluated for its long-term environmental and financial impact. Conservation is not an obstacle to economic growth. It is an investment in Florida's future and the quality of life that attracts families, businesses, and visitors to our state.
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Florida's natural resources are one of our greatest assets and should be protected for future generations. My philosophy is conservation first, responsible stewardship second, and strategic acquisition only when there is a clear public benefit. We must protect our aquifer, springs, wetlands, state parks, and coastal areas while ensuring taxpayer dollars are spent wisely. I support Florida Forever projects that preserve environmentally sensitive lands, protect water resources, and strengthen flood resilience. Florida cannot continue to grow without limits while ignoring the strain on our infrastructure and natural resources. Every project should be evaluated for its long-term environmental and financial impact. Conservation is not an obstacle to economic growth. It is an investment in Florida's future and the quality of life that attracts families, businesses, and visitors to our state.
If you are interested in corresponding with Frank, please send us a message and we will be more than happy to get back to you. Thank you for your support and we look forward to hearing from you.
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If you are interested in corresponding with Frank, please send us a message and we will be more than happy to get back to you. Thank you for your support and we look forward to hearing from you.
As your CFO, I will focus on three critical priorities:
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As your CFO, I will focus on three critical priorities:
Every Floridian deserves to know how their tax dollars are being spent. I will advocate for:
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Every Floridian deserves to know how their tax dollars are being spent. I will advocate for:
Real-time financial reporting to ensure transparency across all government financial operations.
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Real-time financial reporting to ensure transparency across all government financial operations.
By implementing these measures, we can restore trust in our financial systems and ensure every dollar is spent responsibly.
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By implementing these measures, we can restore trust in our financial systems and ensure every dollar is spent responsibly.
Florida’s insurance market is facing significant challenges, including rising premiums, delayed claims processing, and a lack of transparency that are placing unnecessary burdens on families and businesses. As your Chief Financial Officer, I will focus on:
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Florida’s insurance market is facing significant challenges, including rising premiums, delayed claims processing, and a lack of transparency that are placing unnecessary burdens on families and businesses. As your Chief Financial Officer, I will focus on:
Advocating for stronger consumer protections to ensure policyholders are treated fairly during the claims process.
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Advocating for stronger consumer protections to ensure policyholders are treated fairly during the claims process.
Working with stakeholders to stabilize insurance rates and reduce unnecessary cost increases driven by inefficiencies and unethical practices.
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Working with stakeholders to stabilize insurance rates and reduce unnecessary cost increases driven by inefficiencies and unethical practices.
Supporting streamlined claims processes to ensure quicker resolutions and reduced bureaucratic delays.
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Supporting streamlined claims processes to ensure quicker resolutions and reduced bureaucratic delays.
By prioritizing accountability, transparency, and fairness, we can create an insurance market that works for every Floridian, protecting families, businesses, and our state’s financial future.
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By prioritizing accountability, transparency, and fairness, we can create an insurance market that works for every Floridian, protecting families, businesses, and our state’s financial future.
Florida is no stranger to natural disasters, and financial preparedness is crucial for minimizing their impact. I will:
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Florida is no stranger to natural disasters, and financial preparedness is crucial for minimizing their impact. I will:
Advocate for robust financial planning and reserves to ensure Florida can respond quickly and effectively to disasters.
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Advocate for robust financial planning and reserves to ensure Florida can respond quickly and effectively to disasters.
Work with state agencies and private partners to ensure faster access to relief funds for affected families and businesses.
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Work with state agencies and private partners to ensure faster access to relief funds for affected families and businesses.
With a focus on long-term financial resilience, we can better protect our state from the economic fallout of hurricanes, floods, and other disasters.
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With a focus on long-term financial resilience, we can better protect our state from the economic fallout of hurricanes, floods, and other disasters.
I believe leadership is about serving others with integrity, accountability, and a clear vision for the future. As your CFO, I’ll bring that mindset to the Department of Financial Services every single day.
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I believe leadership is about serving others with integrity, accountability, and a clear vision for the future. As your CFO, I’ll bring that mindset to the Department of Financial Services every single day.
Our state faces financial challenges that demand bold leadership, innovative solutions, and a commitment to results. With the right leadership, these challenges can become opportunities to build a stronger, more resilient Florida—one where families can afford their homes, businesses can thrive, and taxpayers can trust that their money is being managed responsibly.
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Our state faces financial challenges that demand bold leadership, innovative solutions, and a commitment to results. With the right leadership, these challenges can become opportunities to build a stronger, more resilient Florida—one where families can afford their homes, businesses can thrive, and taxpayers can trust that their money is being managed responsibly.
I’m Dr. Frank W. Collige, and I’m asking for your support as the next Florida Chief Financial Officer.
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I’m Dr. Frank W. Collige, and I’m asking for your support as the next Florida Chief Financial Officer.
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