1. Bryan Avila was born on June 25,1984 and is an American Republican politician who currently serves as a member of the Florida Senate, representing the 39th District.
14 Facts About Bryan Avila
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Bryan Avila previously served in the Florida House of Representatives, representing the 111th District, which includes parts of Miami and Hialeah in northeastern Miami-Dade County, since 2014.
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Bryan Avila graduated from Miami Springs High School in 2002.
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Bryan Avila attended Miami Dade College, receiving his associates degree in 2004, and graduated from the University of Miami with a bachelor's degree in political science in 2006.
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Bryan Avila went on to attend Florida International University, where he graduated with a Master's degree in Criminal Justice as well as a Master of Public Administration degree in 2010.
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In 2011, Bryan Avila was appointed to serve on the Planning and Zoning Board for the City of Hialeah.
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In 2013, Bryan Avila was elected as the vice-chairman of the Republican Party of Miami-Dade County and served until his election to the Florida House of Representatives.
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Bryan Avila is married to his high school sweetheart, Cindy Gil-Bryan Avila.
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In 2014, Bryan Avila ran to succeed incumbent State Representative Eduardo Gonzalez, who was unable to seek re-election due to Florida term limits.
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Bryan Avila campaigned on improving the state's economy, cutting taxes, expanding educational opportunities, reducing the size of government, and eliminating corporate welfare.
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Bryan Avila earned the endorsement of the Miami Herald, which, though it recommended his candidacy, criticized his opposition to Medicaid expansion under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act.
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In 2016, Bryan Avila ran for re-election and defeated Sevi Miyar, the Democratic nominee and a high school teacher.
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Bryan Avila was recognized for his accomplishments during his first term in office and received the endorsement of the Miami Herald.
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Term limited from his house seat in 2022, Bryan Avila announced his candidacy for Miami Dade County Commission District 6.