Senator J.B. Jennings hails from Harford County, Maryland. In his early career, he worked as a Staff Assistant for Congressman Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr. While his professional path began in politics, his roots in farming ran deep. He has been involved in agriculture for many years, managing his family farm, Castle Rock Farm, and later owning Cedar Side Farm.
He expanded his ventures by co-owning and serving as President of The Mill of Hereford, Inc., a local feed store, helping to support the farming community. Alongside his business pursuits, J.B. Jennings committed himself to public service, joining the Maryland Air National Guard, where he has served ever since. His dedication to his community has also extended to volunteer firefighting.