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State · 2026 Candidate

Chris Nocco

Running for State Senate District 21, District 21
Party: RepublicanStatus: Qualified

Running against

Other 2026 candidates for State Senate District 21, 21.

Jordan Hensley
Democrat · Qualified
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What to know

This is a special election: Sen. Ed Hooper, R-Clearwater, stepped down with two years left in his term, so the winner serves until 2028. Nocco has been Pasco County sheriff since 2011, when Rick Scott appointed him, and has been elected every four years since; he is leaving that job to run. Before that he was a deputy chief of staff to Marco Rubio in the Florida House and chief of staff at the Florida Highway Patrol. He is endorsed by Ron DeSantis. He describes his priorities as conservative, pro-business and law-enforcement-friendly.

Frequently Asked

Who is Chris Nocco?
Chris Nocco is a 2026 Republican candidate for State Senate District 21, 21.
What office is Chris Nocco running for?
Chris Nocco is running for State Senate District 21, 21.
How can I learn more about Chris Nocco's positions?
Chris Nocco's campaign positions are still being gathered. Check the campaign website for the latest.

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