Florida State House District 59

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Berny Jacques

CandidateIncumbentRepublican Party

About

Born in Port-au-Prince, Haiti, and moved to Florida in 1994; lives in Seminole, Florida. Earned a B.A. in history and political studies from Washington Adventist University (2009) and a J.D. from Stetson University College of Law (2012). Career includes assistant state attorney in Pinellas County, civil litigation attorney, senior director of partnerships at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tampa Bay, and Republican political analyst for Spectrum Bay News 9. Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2022 and serves District 59 as a Republican.

Where does Berny Jacques stand on the issues?

Berny Jacques has a recorded position on five issues. Each is Civoren's summary of the campaign's own public material, with the source linked.

  • Energy

    Supports

    Sponsored HB 1217 to ban local governments from adopting net-zero greenhouse gas emission policies, framing it as ending 'Green New Scam' regulations and supporting affordable, reliable energy for Floridians.

    “HB 1217 - a bill I sponsored with Rep. Snyder which bans local governments from enacting Green New Scam policies! Thanks to HB 1217, Floridians will not be bogged down by excessive regulations. Instead, Florida will lead in providing affordable and reliable energy to all!”

    bernyforflorida.comAs of April 2026

  • Gun Policy & Second Amendment

    Supports

    Self-describes as a member of the NRA and a defender of constitutional rights, including Second Amendment rights.

    “Berny is a pro-life Christian, a member of the NRA, and a fierce defender of our Constitutional rights!”

    bernyforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • Law Enforcement & First Responders

    Supports

    Campaigns on public safety as government's first priority, citing his record as a former prosecutor and the Suncoast PBA endorsement; argues that if voters approve a property-tax overhaul, local governments must keep public safety spending off the chopping block.

    “If there’s any reason for government to exist, it’s to keep the people safe. That should be first and foremost.”

    bernyforflorida.comAs of July 2026

  • Reproductive Rights & Abortion

    Opposes

    Self-describes as a 'pro-life Christian,' signaling opposition to abortion rights.

    “Berny is a pro-life Christian, a member of the NRA, and a fierce defender of our Constitutional rights!”

    bernyforflorida.comAs of August 2026

  • Taxes

    Supports

    Supports a proposed state constitutional amendment to reduce and eventually eliminate property taxes, arguing local governments should prioritize core services such as public safety over discretionary spending.

    “If there’s any reason for government to exist, it’s to keep the people safe. That should be first and foremost. It should NEVER be on the chopping block. That is why we are going to force local governments to prioritize.”

    bernyforflorida.comAs of July 2026

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How much has Berny Jacques raised?

Berny Jacques's campaign has reported raising $209,717 and spending $182,671 to the Florida Division of Elections.

Total raised
$209,717
Total spent
$182,671

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