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Honored for blazing the trail for women in Workers' Comp

A trio of images. One image contains two women, Dawn Traverso, and Judge Steele who is holding an award made of glass. The second image is a glass award, inscribed with The Florida Bar logo and “Workers’ Compensation Section Women in Work Comp presents to Jacqueline B. Steele In recognition for your many years of being a trailblazer, innovator and progressive leader in Workers’ Compensation. Frances Perkins Award, 2026. The third image is a woman talking into a microphone. She is holding a glass award and a book.
Manatee County Judge Jacqueline Steele was recently presented with the 2026 Frances Perkins Award by The Florida Bar, Workers’ Compensation Section. The award recognizes her many contributions to the field of Workers’ Compensation law as a trailblazer and for her innovative and progressive leadership. Congratulations, Judge Steele!