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Simpson, Bean collect cash before session

BY THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA

Incumbent Republicans Wilton Simpson and Aaron Bean continued piling up campaign cash in early January as they prepare to seek re-election to the Senate this fall. Simpson, R-Trilby, raised $87,575 last month and had about $169,000 in available cash as of Jan. 31, according to a newly filed finance report. Bean, R-Fernandina Beach, collected $43,000 in January and finished the month with more than $92,000 on hand. Both candidates, along with other lawmakers, raised money before the Jan. 12 start of the legislative session. They are barred from receiving contributions during the session.