Jeffrey P. Brandes (born February 12, 1976) is an American politician who served as the Florida State Senator from the 24th district from 2016 to 2022.

A member of the Republican Party, he has been elected from the Pinellas County area to the Florida Senate since 2012, representing the 22nd district from 2012 to 2016.

In a good year for Republicans nationwide and statewide, Brandes narrowly defeated Heller, winning over him with 51% of the vote.

"[3] Additionally, he sponsored legislation that was signed into law by Governor Rick Scott dealing with the "pension plans that cover public safety workers"; the legislation was strongly opposed by police and firefighter unions, who warned that it would "cause a spike in pension costs.

"[4] Brandes received a 114.3% (A+) score from Americans for Prosperity, a conservative advocacy group funded by the billionaire Koch Brothers.