Jennifer Kincart Jonsson
Jennifer Kincart Jonsson | |
|---|---|
 Official portrait, c. 2024 | |
| Member of the Florida House of Representatives from the 49th district | |
| Assumed office November 5, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Melony Bell |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 28, 1977 Jacksonville, Florida, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse |
Eric Jonsson (m. 2002) |
| Children | 3 |
| Residence(s) | Lakeland, Florida, U.S. |
| Alma mater | University of Florida (BS, MPH) |
| Website | Official website |
Jennifer Kincart Jonsson (born November 28, 1977) is an American businesswoman and politician serving as a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives since 2024.
Early life and education
[edit]Kincart Jonsson was born on November 28, 1977, in Jacksonville, Florida.[1] In 1996, she graduated from Lakeland Senior High School.[2] In 2000, she earned her bachelor's degree in public health and earned her master's degree in 2001 from the University of Florida.[1]
Florida House of Representatives
[edit]Kincart Jonsson won the August primary with 51% of the vote.[3][4] She went on to defeat Democratic nominee Ashley Herrmann in the general election.[5][6] She was sworn into office on November 19, 2024; representing all of Polk County, Florida south of Lakeland.[7][8]
Personal life
[edit]Kincart Jonsson is a Protestant Christian. She married her husband Eric Jonsson in 2002; they have three children and live in Polk County, Florida.[2][1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Jennifer Kincart Jonsson". flhouse.gov. February 17, 2025.
- ^ a b Bouffard, Kevin (October 12, 2013). "Young Business Leader Spreads the Joy of Philanthropy". The Ledger. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ "Jennifer Kincart Jonsson". Ballotpedia. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ Schorsch, Peter (August 22, 2014). "Winners and Losers emerging from Florida's 2024 Primary Elections". Florida Politics. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ White, Gary (June 1, 2024). "Democrat from Hillsborough County enters race for Florida House District 49". The Ledger. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ White, Gary (November 5, 2024). "Incumbents cruise as Republicans retain control of all Polk County legislative districts". The Ledger. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ "Florida House of Representatives District 49". Ballotpedia. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
- ^ Cooper, Amber Jo (November 19, 2024). "Newly elected Florida lawmakers sworn in, marking start of 2024-2026 legislative term". Florida's Voice. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
