BOYNTON BEACH, Fla. — Florida Democratic lawmaker Joe Casello has died whereas in workplace following a coronary heart assault, in accordance with state Home officers. He was 73.
Casello, who was first elected to the Florida Home in 2018 from a district in Boynton Seaside, was surrounded by his girlfriend and household when he died Friday, the Florida Home Democratic Caucus mentioned in a social media publish.
“The household extends their heartfelt gratitude to all who’ve supplied their love and assist throughout this troublesome time,” the caucus mentioned in an announcement.
Casello was a firefighter in Worcester, Massachusetts, for 3 many years earlier than getting into politics in Florida. He served as a Boynton Seaside metropolis commissioner earlier than changing into a state lawmaker. He had introduced plans to run for a seat on the Palm Seaside County Fee in 2026.
Underneath Florida regulation, Gov. Ron DeSantis is required to name a particular election or particular main election when a emptiness happens for a legislative seat due to a demise.
