Jay Collins

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Jay Collins's career is marked by extraordinary resilience and dedication. As a Green Beret, he overcame severe injuries, including losing a leg, to continue serving on active duty for five more years. This achievement is a rare testament to his determination. In politics, he quickly rose to become Lieutenant Governor, carrying significant legislation and bringing millions in funding to his district. His awards, including the Purple Heart and multiple Senator of the Year honors, reflect his impact both in uniform and in public service.

AwardsJay Collins has received several awards recognizing his military service and legislative work. He is a Purple Heart recipient for wounds sustained in combat. In 2024, he was named Senator of the Year by both the Florida and Sarasota Young Republicans. He also received the Major General John Singlaub Award in 2017 and the Community Hero Veteran Award in 2021.

Honours & Distinctions

21st Lieutenant Governor of Florida

State of Florida·2025

Appointed by Governor Ron DeSantis.

Chairman of the Agriculture Committee

Florida Senate·2023

Led agricultural policy in the state senate.

Chairman of the Transportation Committee

Florida Senate·2024

Oversaw transportation legislation.

Purple Heart

U.S. Army·2007

Awarded for wounds received in combat.

Records & Feats

First amputee Green Beret to requalify and serve five additional years on active duty

Military·2013

After losing his leg, Collins requalified as a fully deployable Green Beret and continued serving.