Senator Alexis Calatayud

Alexis Calatayud is an American politician serving as a member of the Florida Senate for the 38th district. She assumed office on November 8, 2022.

Education: Calatayud earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, international relations, and Spanish from Florida International University.

Career: As a college student, Calatayud interned in the office of Senator Marco Rubio. After graduating from college, she was a fellow at the National Campus Leadership Council in Washington, D.C. In 2018, Calatayud managed Vance Aloupis’s campaign for the Florida House of Representatives. From 2018 to 2020, she served as a legislative aide for Aloupis.

She joined the Florida Department of Education in 2020, serving as director of legislative affairs and director of public policy and programs.

Political Career: Calatayud ran for election to the Florida State Senate to represent District 38. She won in the general election on November 8, 2022. Her current term ends on November 3, 2026.

In the general election for Florida State Senate District 38, Alexis Calatayud defeated Janelle Perez. Alexis Calatayud secured 54.4% of the votes, amounting to 93,741 votes, while Janelle Perez secured 45.6% of the votes, amounting to 78,625 votes.

Committee Assignments (2023-2024): Calatayud was assigned to the following committees: Community Affairs Committee (Chair), Health Policy Committee, Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security.