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J. J. Grow

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J. J. Grow
Official portrait, c. 2024
Member of the Florida House of Representatives
from the 23rd district
Assumed office
November 5, 2024
Preceded byRalph Massullo
Personal details
Born (1968-07-25) July 25, 1968 (age 56)
Political partyRepublican
SpouseJen Grow
Children4
Residence(s)Inverness, Florida, U.S.
Alma materUniversity of Florida (BS)
WebsiteOfficial website

J. J. Grow (born July 25, 1968) is an American businessman and politician serving as a Republican member of the Florida House of Representatives since 2024.

Early life and career

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Grow was born on July 25, 1968.[1] In 1992, he graduated from the University of Florida with a bachelor's degree in agriculture.[1]

Florida House of Representatives

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In 2022, Grow ran for the Florida House of Representatives from the newly drawn 23rd district, but withdrew his candidacy and endorsed Ralph Massullo.[2]

In 2024, Grow ran for the seat again, defeating Democratic nominee Judith Vowels with 74% of the vote.[3][4] He was sworn into office on November 19, 2024; representing Citrus County and southwestern parts of Marion County.[5][6]

Personal life

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Grow is a religious Christian. He is married to his wife, Jen; they have four daughters and three grandchildren. Grow and his wife reside in Citrus County, Florida.[1]

References

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  1. ^ a b c "Yvette Benarroch". flhouse.gov. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
  2. ^ Hiers, Fred (July 9, 2024). "J.J. Grow again runs for Florida House District 23". Citrus County Chronicle. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
  3. ^ Wright, Mike (November 5, 2024). "JJ Grow bests Judith Vowels to win HD 23 open seat". Florida Politics. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
  4. ^ "J.J. Grow". Ballotpedia. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
  5. ^ "Florida House of Representatives District 23". Ballotpedia. Retrieved February 17, 2025.
  6. ^ 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.
Florida House of Representatives
Preceded by Member of the Florida House of Representatives
from the 23rd district

2024–present
Incumbent