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John Peters for U.S. Congress | Florida District 16

John Peters, Republican candidate for Congress in Florida District 16

A Leader Who Gets Results

John Peters is a successful business owner who understands what it takes to create jobs, manage costs, and make responsible decisions. He believes leadership is about accountability, transparency, and delivering real results for families in Bradenton, Riverview, Lakewood Ranch, and communities across Florida's 16th District.

Having spent his career in the private sector, John knows firsthand the challenges facing families in Manatee and Hillsborough counties — from rising insurance premiums to healthcare costs and housing affordability. He brings a practical, problem-solving mindset shaped by real-world experience, not career politics. John is committed to working across party lines to strengthen the local economy, support working families in Brandon, Valrico, Sun City Center, and beyond, and ensure government is efficient, fair, and focused on the public good.

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Key Issues

The priorities that matter most to Florida District 16

Economic Growth

Lower taxes, reduce regulations, and create an environment where businesses in Bradenton, Lakewood Ranch, and across FL-16 thrive and families prosper.

Fiscal Responsibility

Require Washington to live within its means through a Balanced Budget Amendment and eliminate wasteful spending that burdens Manatee and Hillsborough County taxpayers.

Education

Empower parents in Brandon, Riverview, and Parrish with school choice and ensure every child in our district receives a quality education.

Healthcare

Lower healthcare costs for families in Sun City Center, Ruskin, and Apollo Beach while protecting the doctor-patient relationship.

Veterans

Honor our veterans in Sun City Center, Brandon, and throughout Florida District 16 with the care and benefits they've earned.

Constitutional Rights

Defend the Constitution and protect the fundamental rights of all Americans, including the Second Amendment.

Homelessness & Hunger

Address homelessness and food insecurity in Bradenton, Palmetto, and Ellenton through compassionate, accountable solutions that help people rebuild.

Lowering Insurance Costs

Reduce premiums for families and businesses across Manatee County and Hillsborough County by limiting abusive litigation.

Term Limits

Restore accountability in Washington by preventing lifelong political careers and encouraging citizen legislators.

Join the Movement

Together, we can bring conservative leadership to Washington and fight for the values that make Florida great.