Campaign Blog
Policy, voters, and FL-14.
Cornerstone posts on the issues that matter to Hillsborough County families: the economy, healthcare, veterans, schools, insurance, and the choice voters face in 2026.
The cornerstone posts below are organized by policy cluster. For the policy positions in full, see Where John stands on the issues. For the geographic footprint (the Hillsborough County communities the post-HB 1D seat now represents), see the FL-14 communities page.
Campaign
Campaign · March 22, 2026
2026 Midterm Elections: Why FL-14 Is a Race to Watch
FL-14 is one of the most consequential 2026 House races. Here is what is at stake and how Hillsborough County voters set the November ballot.
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Campaign · March 12, 2026
What Does a U.S. Congressman Actually Do? An FL-14 Guide
What does a U.S. congressman actually do? A plain-English guide to lawmaking, appropriations, and constituent services for FL-14 voters in Hillsborough.
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Campaign · March 9, 2026
FL-14 Traffic and Infrastructure: Federal Funding
Hillsborough County's growth has outpaced its highways. Here is what federal funding can fix on I-75, I-4, the Selmon Expressway, and beyond for FL-14.
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Campaign · February 22, 2026
Fentanyl Crisis in Florida: Congress and FL-14
Fentanyl is killing Floridians across Hillsborough County. John Peters lays out what Congress must do — on the supply side and on treatment — to stop it.
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Campaign · February 14, 2026
Hurricane Season in FL-14: Helene, Milton, and FEMA Reform
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, FL-14 needs serious FEMA reform and a workable National Flood Insurance Program. Here is what Congress must do.
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Campaign · February 11, 2026
How to Vote in Florida's 2026 Primary: An FL-14 Guide
Florida's 2026 primary is August 18 and the general is November 3. Here is the FL-14 voter's guide — registration, mail ballots, early voting, and ID.
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Campaign · February 8, 2026
Border Security and Immigration: Congress and FL-14
Border security is a Florida issue, not just a border state issue. Here's how an unsecured border affects FL-14 families — and what John Peters will do.
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District
District · March 22, 2026
Brandon, Florida: Community, Growth, and Congress in 2026
Brandon, Florida is the economic and commercial heart of FL-14. Here's what makes Brandon great, what it needs from Congress, and John Peters' fight.
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District · March 22, 2026
Riverview, Florida: One of the Best Places to Live in FL-14
Riverview, Florida is one of the fastest-growing Tampa Bay communities — and it's in FL-14. Here's what makes Riverview great and what Congress must do.
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District · March 22, 2026
Sun City Center, FL: America's Premier Retirement Community
Sun City Center, Florida is one of America's premier active retirement communities — and home to thousands of FL-14 voters. What Congress owes its seniors.
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District · March 20, 2026
Best Places to Live in Florida — Why FL-14 Leads the State
From Riverview to Brandon, Sun City Center to Apollo Beach, here is what makes FL-14 one of Florida's best places to live — and how Congress can protect it.
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District · February 15, 2026
Why I'm Running for Congress in Florida's 14th District
After HB 1D redistricting, FL-14 deserves new representation in Washington. Why John Peters is running and what is at stake against Kathy Castor in 2026.
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Economic Growth
See John's plan on Economic Growth →Economic Growth · March 22, 2026
The Big Beautiful Bill: What It Means for FL-14 Families
The One Big Beautiful Bill reshapes taxes, overtime, tips, Social Security, Medicaid, and student loans. Here is what FL-14 families need to know.
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Economic Growth · March 22, 2026
No Tax on Overtime and Tips: What FL-14 Workers Save
The Big Beautiful Bill eliminates federal income tax on overtime and tips. Here is what nurses, tradespeople, and servers in FL-14 actually save.
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Economic Growth · March 22, 2026
Tariffs Explained: What Trump's Tariffs Mean for FL-14
A tariff is a tax on imports paid by U.S. companies and often passed to consumers. Here is how the new tariff regime affects FL-14 families and businesses.
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Economic Growth · March 21, 2026
Florida Minimum Wage 2026: What It Means for FL-14 Workers
Florida's minimum wage rises to $14 per hour in 2026, heading to $15. Here is what that means for FL-14 workers, small businesses, and tipped employees.
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Economic Growth · March 6, 2026
Rising Utility Bills: Congress and FL-14 Solutions
Florida utility bills keep climbing for Hillsborough families. Here's what drives the cost — and what Congress can do to deliver lower energy rates in FL-14.
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Economic Growth · February 5, 2026
Why Is Everything So Expensive? Inflation and FL-14 Families
Inflation has reshaped budgets across Hillsborough County. Here's what actually drives it, what Congress can do, and what John Peters will fight for in FL-14.
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Economic Growth · February 2, 2026
Florida Property Tax Reform: FL-14 Homeowners
Florida is considering eliminating property taxes. Here is what FL-14 homeowners need to know about Save Our Homes, SALT, and homestead rules.
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Fiscal Responsibility
See John's plan on Fiscal Responsibility →Fiscal Responsibility · May 6, 2026
Earmarks and Pork Spending: FL-14 Taxpayer Cost
Congressional earmarks add billions to federal spending. What pork barrel spending costs FL-14 taxpayers — and how to fix the appropriations process.
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Fiscal Responsibility · May 6, 2026
Federal Program Sunset Clauses for FL-14 Accountability
Sunset clauses force Congress to re-vote on federal programs. The fiscal-discipline tool that would hold Washington accountable to FL-14 taxpayers.
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Fiscal Responsibility · May 6, 2026
National Debt 2026: How Interest Payments Hit FL-14 Families
Federal interest payments now exceed the entire defense budget. What $36 trillion in national debt actually costs FL-14 families in 2026.
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Fiscal Responsibility · March 21, 2026
DOGE, Government Waste, and What It Means for FL-14
DOGE found massive federal waste. Here is what every dollar of debt costs FL-14 households — and the structural fix Washington keeps refusing.
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Fiscal Responsibility · March 4, 2026
Why Congress Needs a Balanced Budget Amendment in 2026
The U.S. national debt is over $36 trillion. A Balanced Budget Amendment would force Congress to live within its means — here's why FL-14 families should care.
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Insurance Costs
See John's plan on Insurance Costs →Healthcare
See John's plan on Healthcare →Healthcare · March 3, 2026
Medicare Advantage vs Traditional: FL-14 Retirees
Medicare Advantage now covers most Florida seniors. Here is the side-by-side with traditional Medicare and what Congress can do to protect FL-14 retirees.
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Healthcare · January 30, 2026
Social Security and Medicare: What FL-14 Seniors Should Know
Will Congress cut Social Security or Medicare? Here's the honest answer for FL-14 seniors, the 2033 trust fund timeline, and what real reform looks like.
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Veterans
See John's plan on Veterans →Education
See John's plan on Education →Education · March 22, 2026
Student Loans and the Big Beautiful Bill: FL-14 Borrowers
The Big Beautiful Bill ended the SAVE plan, capped Parent PLUS, and reinstated collections. Here is what FL-14 student-loan borrowers should do now.
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Education · March 7, 2026
What School Choice Really Means for FL-14 Families
Florida has the strongest school choice framework in the country. Here is what FL-14 families need to know about Step Up, ESAs, charters, and homeschool.
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Constitutional Rights
See John's plan on Constitutional Rights →Constitutional Rights · March 15, 2026
Florida Election Integrity: How Your FL-14 Vote Counts
Florida has some of the strongest election security laws in the nation. John Peters will fight in Congress to protect them and FL-14 voters' ballots.
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Constitutional Rights · February 17, 2026
Second Amendment: Why Congress Must Protect FL-14 Floridians
Florida passed constitutional carry in 2023. John Peters will fight in Washington to protect FL-14 Floridians' Second Amendment rights — without apology.
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