Senator Shevrin D. "Shev" Jones

Shevrin D. "Shev" Jones is a Democratic state senator representing Florida Senate District 34, which encompasses part of Miami-Dade County. Born in Miami Gardens, Florida, he is a teacher, nonprofit leader, and longtime public servant dedicated to community engagement. He identifies with a nondenominational Christian faith and enjoys running, reading, and spending time with family.

His father, Eric H. Jones, served as Mayor of West Park before retiring in November 2020.

Political Experience

Jones currently serves as Vice Chair of the Rules Committee and holds positions on numerous significant committees, including:

• Appropriations Committee on Pre-K–12 Education
• Community Affairs
• Education Postsecondary
• Finance and Tax
• Fiscal Policy
• Military and Veterans Affairs, Space, and Domestic Security
• Transportation

Previously, he served in the Florida House of Representatives representing District 101 from 2012 to 2020 and served as Democratic Deputy Whip from 2017 to 2018. He has held the Florida Senate District 34 seat since 2022, following prior representation of Senate District 35 from 2020 to 2022.

Education and Occupation

Jones served as a teacher and holds the position of National Director of Development at COOP Careers. His legislative priorities have included gas price relief advocacy and various education and social welfare initiatives. During the 2026 legislative cycle, he raised over $250,000 with no primary challengers for his seat.