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James T. Hargrett Jr.
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Member of the Florida Senate
from the 21st district
In office
January 1993 – January 2001
Preceded by John Grant
Succeeded by Les Miller
Member of the Florida House of Representatives
from the 63rd district
In office
January 1983 – January 1993
Preceded by Spud Clements
Succeeded by Dean Saunders
Personal details
Born (1942-07-31) July 31, 1942 (age 83)
Tampa, Florida, U.S.
Political party Democratic
Spouse Berlyn
Children 2
Residences Tampa, Florida
Alma mater Morehouse College
Atlanta University
Occupation Businessman

James T. Hargrett Jr., born on July 31, 1942, is a former politician from Florida. He spent many years serving the people of Florida in the state government. He was a member of both the Florida House of Representatives and the Florida Senate.

A Career in Public Service

James T. Hargrett Jr. dedicated a significant part of his life to public service. He worked as a state legislator, which means he helped make laws for the state of Florida.

Serving in the House of Representatives

Mr. Hargrett first joined the Florida House of Representatives. This is one part of Florida's law-making body. He represented the 63rd district. His time in the House lasted for ten years, from 1982 to 1992.

Moving to the Florida Senate

After his time in the House, James T. Hargrett Jr. continued his work in the state government. He was elected to the Florida Senate. This is the other part of Florida's law-making body. He served in the Senate from 1992 until 2000.

Working Across Political Parties

In 1998, something interesting happened during the election for Governor. Mr. Hargrett, who was a Democrat, supported a Republican candidate named Jeb Bush. This showed that sometimes politicians from different parties can work together.

Family History

James T. Hargrett Jr. comes from a family with a history in Florida. He is a descendant of a person named Amos Hargrett.

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