James Buchanan

Professional Background

The Florida House official biography for the 2024–2026 term identifies James Buchanan as a member. Professional occupation: Real Estate Broker. Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2018, reelected subsequently. His campaign biography describes real-estate work beginning in 2006 and brokerage and small-business ownership in Sarasota County beginning in 2009. It also identifies a Florida State University bachelor’s degree in finance and entrepreneurship and a University of South Florida MBA.

Experience

• Elected to the Florida House of Representatives in 2018, reelected subsequently.
• Real-estate agent since 2006 (campaign biography)
• Real-estate broker and small-business owner in Sarasota County since 2009 (campaign biography)

Education

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  Florida State University, BS, Finance, Entrepreneurship, 2001-2004

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  University of South Florida, MBA, Management, International Business, Advanced Finance, 2008-2009

Office & Authority

Represents this district in the Florida House of Representatives.

Follow the Money

Reporting period: 2025-01-07 – 2026-10-02.

Reported Receipts

$319,755.26

Reported Disbursements

$268,381.46

Loans

$0.00

Monetary Contributions

$319,755.26

In-Kind Contributions

$51,491.78

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Sources & Further Records

Biography & Background

Portrait & Credits

James Buchanan campaign

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Official Records

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