Pasco County, Fla. – Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco officially announced Tuesday that he is running for Florida Senate District 21, seeking to replace longtime State Senator Ed Hooper following Hooper’s recent resignation announcement.
The district includes portions of Pasco and Pinellas counties and is expected to draw significant attention given Nocco’s high public profile. Nocco has been serving as Pasco County Sheriff since 2018. His announcement comes after weeks of speculation about potential candidates for the seat.
Nocco’s decision to run for the state senate seat has garnered mixed reactions from the community. Some supporters praise his law enforcement experience and commitment to public service, while others have raised concerns about his potential impact on the district.
Florida Senate District 21 covers parts of Pasco and Pinellas counties, including several local communities such as New Port Richey, Hudson, and Dade City. The special election to fill the seat will likely take place in early 2025.
Originally reported by R News
Sources: R News
