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Ben Albritton under observation for blood clot in lung, 'in good spirits'
- Senate President Ben Albritton was hospitalized Sunday in Tallahassee with a small blood clot in his lung.
- Officials say he is in good spirits and the medical event will not delay the Senate's business.
- Albritton, 57, represents a district that was renumbered in 2022 after redistricting.
- The medical event occurred while Albritton was preparing for a post-session schedule with county delegations.
- Several high-profile Floridians offered well wishes for his speedy recovery.
- Lt. Gov. Jay Collins praised Albritton as a stalwart ally for Florida farmers and residents.
- The Florida Republican Party issued a statement wishing him a swift recovery.
- The hospital update comes as officials expect a quick return to work for Albritton in the weeks ahead.
- Albritton was first elected to the Senate in 2018 and leads the chamber during the upcoming session.
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