title: Jessica Garvin
text: # Jessica Garvin
  
  Jessica Garvin is an American politician serving as a member of the Oklahoma Senate from the 43rd district. Elected in November 2020, she assumed office on January 11, 2021.
  
  ## Early life and education
  
  Garvin was born in Marshall, Minnesota and raised in Marlow, Oklahoma. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in communications with a minor in psychology from the University of Oklahoma.
  
  ## Career
  
  Prior to entering politics, Garvin worked as an assisted living and nursing home administrator. She is the executive vice president of Bison Health Care Management and also owns a hospice organization. Garvin was elected to the Oklahoma Senate in November 2020 and assumed office on January 11, 2021. On May 5, 2021, Garvin co-founded the Oklahoma Legislative Latino Caucus.
  
  