Happy Haitian Flag Day! 🇭🇹 Today we celebrate the rich history, vibrant culture, resilience, and contributions of the Haitian community. Haiti’s story is one of strength, courage, and the enduring fight for freedom and dignity.

Taking a moment to uplift this amazing young woman! She’s been holding down the canvassing for us while we were in session and this weekend, when I got sick, she kept it going! Thank you so much, @emma.thompson.27! You are the best!

Saturday evening, I had the privilege of being part of the incredible Runway to Hope Spring Soirée. I had the honor of walking the amazing Chino down the runway and he absolutely stole the show. ❤️ This organization does so much to support children and families battling pediatric cancer.

Happy International Day of Families 💛🏡 Family is where love begins and where we find the support that carries us through everything. Whether it’s the family you’re born into or the one you build along the way, those connections shape who we are and who we become. 🤍

While I was in Tallahassee, I’m so glad my team was able to attend the HFUW’s 14th Annual Women United Luncheon. An inspiring event dedicated to empowering women, uplifting families, and supporting initiatives that create lasting change in our community.

National Women’s Health Week 💗🌿 This week is a reminder of just how important it is for women to prioritize their health—not just physically, but mentally and emotionally too. In the middle of taking care of everyone else, it’s easy to forget to take care of yourself.

Happy Mother’s Day 💐💗 Today, we celebrate all of the incredible mothers in our community. The ones who lead with love, strength, and resilience every single day. Being a mother means wearing many hats, making sacrifices, and always putting family first.

Proud of Holden for graduating from @floridastateuniversity! Holden was an intern in our District office and our Legislative office and was an amazing asset to our community! Congrats! We know your future is bright!

Spent late morning and early afternoon with @alianzacenter, @poder_latinx, and @equalgroundfl along with members of other great orgs to discuss the regular session and the last special session.

More from the @lakenonaregionalcc! Such a great event and opportunity to talk to the Lake Nona community.

We got to chat with some constituents yesterday and also some catstituents! 🐈🐈‍⬛ 😆

Closed out the day yesterday knocking doors in Peppemill! If you see us say hello!

Stay informed. Stay engaged. Join me LIVE on Substack for a virtual town hall on Saturday, May 17 at 8 PM as we break down what’s happening in Tallahassee and how it impacts our community. Bring your questions. Let’s talk! open.substack.com/pub/reprita

Highlighting some of our endorsements! @orangecta @repmaxwellfrost @jerrydemings

So heartbreaking to hear! My heart is with the family and loved ones. 🙏 www.wesh.com/article/work...

Yesterday, we joined @visitorlando at their Travel and Tourism Luncheon where they broke news on FIFA and the Olympic Qualifiers. Also got to meet the amazing @iammjscott who graduated from the @drphillips_ocps in HD44!

So wonderful to spend an evening with our newest member of the Florida House @repemilygregory and hopefully a new member come November, @janeforflorida

More from the Seeds of Hope event! Always love to run into friends! 🙌

On National Nurses Day, we honor the incredible nurses who care for our communities with compassion, skill, and dedication. As the daughter of a nurse, I know firsthand. Thank you for the long hours, the steady hands, and the comfort you bring to so many every day. 💙

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week! 🍎📚 We are so grateful for the incredible teachers across our district who show up every single day with passion, patience, and dedication. You inspire, support, and shape the future of our students and our entire community.

So grateful I could spend some time on this lovely Cinco De Mayo with the amazing people at the @hccapopka! We came together for their Seeds of Hope luncheon, which raises money for scholarships.

I hear this more and more. reprita.substack.com/p/how-are-we...

Good morning from the HD44 Distrct Office!! 4️⃣4️⃣ Busy day ahead! But grateful to be able to do this work for you!

Cinco de Mayo commemorates the Battle of Puebla and stands as a symbol of resilience and perseverance. Today, we celebrate the culture and contributions of Mexican Americans across our country and in our community.

Busy busy day! Just got home from attending an amazing AAPI Community Townhall hosted by @actflorida! Lots of diversity in the room amongst the AAPI community and the broader community in general and tons of age-diversity as well!

So wonderful to spend such a lovely time with the Buddhist community to share the celebration of Buddha’s Birthday. ✨

Honored to have the endorsement of @orangecta! Teachers are the bridge builders to our future, shaping the next generation with dedication and care. I’m truly humbled and grateful for their support.

On International Firefighters’ Day, we honor the brave men and women who run toward danger to keep our communities safe. Your courage, sacrifice, and commitment do not go unnoticed. Thank you for all you do. 🚒

Air Quality Awareness Week is a reminder that the air we breathe matters. Clean air is essential to our health, our environment, and our future. Let’s work together to reduce pollution and protect our communities.

Yesterday, I was able to stop into @flrising’s People’s Assembly and talk to people who are on the ground, working hard for so many communities who feel like no one hears them. Grateful I could connect and hear powerful stories.

We’ve seen how quickly storms can impact our communities—being prepared matters. 🌀 This Hurricane Preparedness Week, take small steps now that can make a big difference later.

We know there will be an increase in unemployment claims. Our office is ready to assistsfe with the Department of commerce. www.stateofflorida.com/articles/flo... Email is at [email protected] Representative Rita Harris

The shutdown of Spirit Airlines means fewer options and higher prices for Florida families. And thousands of workers are now without a job. When low cost carriers disappear, working people pay the price. www.spiritrestructuring.com

May is National Military Appreciation Month — a time to honor the service, sacrifice, and strength of our veterans and active duty military members. In HD44 and across Florida, we are committed to ensuring those who serve have the support they deserve

🌸 Happy AAPI Heritage Month! 🌺 May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! This year’s theme: Power in Unity: Strengthening Communities Together. HD44 is stronger because of you. Let’s celebrate! 💙

Thank you to the Peppermill COA for the opportunity to speak last night. 🙏 I’ll always show up, listen, and fight to make sure your voices are heard.

✡️ Happy Jewish American Heritage Month! 🌟 Every May, we celebrate the rich, vibrant, and enduring contributions of Jewish Americans to our nation’s story.

Powerful to join the amazing @senatorlouiselucas, @fladems and other Florida elected officials before the start of a special session on mid-decade forced gerrymandering. Appreciate the energy and power on this call!

Watching the Select Committee on Redistricting. Do you want to watch? You can! On thefloridachannel.org

Early morning Caucus meeting before special session. One bright spot is welcoming @emilyforflorida to our caucus!

Last night we were excited to join the Puerto Rican Parade Scholarship Gala! It was a wonderful evening of fun, friendship, music and celebrating the next generation of Puerto Rican Leaders! 🇵🇷

🌍 Happy Earth Day, HD44! 🌿 April 22, 2026 | Theme: Our Power, Our Planet! Florida has some of the most beautiful natural resources in the country And it’s up to ALL of us to protect them. What are you doing today for our planet? 💚

Great time at the @ocls Southwest Branch Library in Dr. Phillips for remote office hours!! 🙌📚