As Florida lawmakers convene, here’s who represents Pembroke Pines in Tallahassee
The Florida Legislature opened its 2026 regular session Tuesday, Jan. 13, launching 60 days of lawmaking that will shape everything from the state budget to property taxes, schools, affordability, the use of artificial intelligence, transportation and housing — all issues that directly affect residents in Pembroke Pines.
Lawmakers from across Florida will gather in Tallahassee as the House and Senate begin debating hundreds of bills and finalizing spending priorities for the coming fiscal year.
For Pembroke Pines residents, the session is also a reminder that decisions made hundreds of miles away can have real consequences at home — and that maintaining home rule is important.
Who represents Pembroke Pines in Tallahassee?
Pembroke Pines is represented by multiple state lawmakers, depending on where you live in the city. That includes state senators and state representatives who introduce legislation, serve on committees and vote on laws that impact Broward County.
Senate
In the Senate, like Miramar, Pembroke Pines is represented by Barbara Sharief (Democrat, District 35).
Barbara Sharief
- District: 35 (includes Miramar, Pembroke Pines, Davie and parts of Broward County)
- Term: Elected in 2024; term ends 2028
- District office: 3351 N. University Drive, Suite A, Davie, FL 33024
- District phone: (954) 424-6674
- Capital office: 205 Senate Building, 404 S. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1100
- Capitol phone: (850) 487-5035
- Email: sharief.barbara.web@flsenate.gov
- About: Sharief is a longtime South Florida public servant, former Broward County Mayor and County Commissioner who now serves in the state Senate. Her district covers portions of Miramar, Pembroke Pines and the surrounding region.
House of Representatives
In the House, Pembroke Pines is represented by Robin Bartleman and Marie Paule Woodson, both Democrats.
Robin Bartleman
- District: 103 (covers parts of Broward and Miami-Dade counties, including sections of Miramar and Weston)
- Term: First elected in 2020; current term runs through 2026
- District office: Suite 102, 1792 Bell Tower Lane, Weston, FL 33326-3682
- District phone: (954) 872-1770
- Capitol office: 407 House Office Building, 402 S. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300
- Capitol phone: (850) 717-5103
- Email: Robin.Bartleman@flhouse.gov
- About: Bartleman is an educator and former Broward School Board member. She serves on several House committees and advocates on issues such as education, health and local services.
Marie Paule Woodson
- District: 105 (includes parts of Pembroke Pines, Miramar, Hollywood and other Broward communities)
- Term: First elected in 2020; current term runs through 2026
- District office: Building #73, Suite 120, 7200 Pines Boulevard, Pembroke Pines, FL 33024
- District phone: (954) 965-3700
- Capitol office: 223 The Capitol, 402 S. Monroe St., Tallahassee, FL 32399-1300
- Capitol phone: (850) 717-5105
- Email: Marie.Woodson@myfloridahouse.gov
- About: Woodson is a public administrator and community leader. She serves on multiple House committees and focuses on issues including healthcare, education and budget priorities that impact her district.
What you need to know
If you don’t know your representatives, you can check your voter registration card or use your address:
In the Florida Senate, to find your legislators — Enter your Pembroke Pines address here to find your state senator.
In the Florida House, to find your representative — Enter your Pembroke Pines address here to find your state representative.
This story was originally published January 12, 2026 at 2:10 PM.
